plumber's tool kit 2

Question 1

This is also known as “rib-joint pliers. These adjustable grippers open wide enough to move drain traps.

Answer 1

Slip-joint pliers

Question 2

There are two kinds of slip-joint pliers:

Answer 2

curved and straight jaws.

Question 3

Cutting Tools

Answer 3

PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) scissors
Tubing cutters
PVC saw
Hacksaw

Question 4

This tool is used for cutting plastic pipes and tubing up to 1” or so in diameter.

Answer 4

PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) scissors

Question 5

This tool is designed to cut copper tubing.

Answer 5

Tubing cutters

Question 6

This coarse-toothed handsaw cuts the PVC and ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) pipes that are too big for the PVC scissors.

Answer 6

PVC saw

Question 7

cuts through old galvanized pipes, rusted bolts, and if necessary, copper tubings.

Answer 7

The hacksaw

Question 8

This is also called “plumber’s helpers”; dislodge clogs by using alternating pressure and suction

Answer 8

Plunger

Question 8

Repair Tools

Answer 8

Plunger
Toilet auger
Meter key
Drain-and-trap auger
Faucet valve seat wrench
Spud wrench
Shower socket
Valve seat dresser
Basin wrench

Question 9

has a flat face for strainers and drain openings

Answer 9

A sink plunger