Some of the most common plumbing tools are not plumbing tools at all. You may already have many of the tools necessary for most plumbing jobs because they are the same tools used for other do it yourself projects. However, you may need something a little more specialized to complete certain jobs. The previews below will allow you to check out some of the plumbing tools that have been designed for the sole purpose of helping with these more challenging tasks.


Cup Plunger
The cup plunger is the most popular plumbing tool and can be found in almost every home. It is used to clear clogs in tubs, showers, and sinks. You cannot use the cup plunger for unclogging toilets instead of the flange plunger.

Flange Plunger
The flange plunger, also know as ball plunger is a specially shaped plunger. You have to use it when you unclog toilets. It is using vacuum to force the water. You can see how to use it in our How to Unclog a Toilet tutorial.

Adjustable Pipe Wrench
Originally invented by Daniel Stillson, today the adjustable pipe wrench is an iconic symbol of plumbing repairs. It is designed for griping round objects by digging its serrated teeth into the pipe. If you are looking to buy we can recommend you
Performance W1136 4pc Pipe Wrench Set

Teflon Tape
Teflon tape is a cheap and very common tools. It is thin white tape used to seal pipe threads being joined together for plumbing purposes. It also can be used to seal air and gas from leaking through threaded connections. If you are looking to buy we can recommend you
Performance W974B Teflon Tape

Toilet Auger
Toilet auger, also known as closet auger is a specialized plumbing tool used to clear clogs in toilets. You can read how you can use it in our How to Unclog a Toilet tutorial.

Sink Auger
Sink auger is one of the most valuable tools at home. You can use it breaking up and clearing clogs in sinks and tubs.