Plumbing Tool Reviews & Buying Guides Archives

Plumbing Tool Reviews & Buying Guides

In this subcategory our plumbing tool reviews cover hand tools and power tools. Everything suited specifically for the plumber or plumbing tradesmen shows up here. That includes PEX crimpers, butane torches, pipe cutters, drain augers, and other plumbing tools. For finding things behind walls, our inspection cameras comparison offers some key products in that area. Specific tools in this section include the Ryobi P4001 18V One+ drain auger and the Ridgid Telescoping basin wrench among others. You also have larger, more commercial products like the Milwaukee M12 Force Logic press tool and the Ridgid 238-P powered soil pipe cutter. A combination of great hand tools and power tools in this category will help plumbers work smarter. Better tools can help plumbers work faster, but they can also reduce effort. The best tools can also simplify the number of tools needed to get a job done.

Crescent Pipe Wrench Evolves to Loose Weight, Improve Bite

November 18, 2019 0

Crescent Pipe Wrenches Lose Weight and Improve Bite

by Kenny Koehler

Crescent Pipe Wrench Line Now Includes Lighter Weight, Angled Attack Options One of the coolest new tools we saw at […]

May 16, 2019 0

Klein Borescope Inspection Camera

by Chris Boll

Watch Exciting Episodes of Your Jobsite From Your Phone With the Klein Borescope Inspection Camera The Klein Borescope Inspection Camera […]

February 6, 2019 0

Ridgid Press-In Branch Connector Kit Eliminates Welding

by Kenny Koehler

Welding branch connections may be a thing of the past for plumbers, pipe fabricators, and MRO Pros thanks to the […]

January 24, 2019 0

Makita Variable Temperature Heat Gun HG6031VK

by Kenny Koehler

The new Makita Variable Temperature Heat Gun is making its way to retailers with a wide range of temperature settings […]

November 27, 2018 0

Greenlee PVC Pipe Cutter with Ratcheting Action and Quick Release 864QR

by Kenny Koehler

PVC cutters aren’t the sexiest tools to talk about, but for electricians, plumbers, and irrigation specialists that use them every […]

November 20, 2018 0

Makita 18V X2 Right Angle Drill XAD03 Review

by G & G Electric

The major players in the plumbing tool market have some competition with the announcement of the new Makita 18V X2 […]

October 4, 2018 0

Ridgid K-5208: The Most Powerful Compact Sectional Machine for Plumbers

by PTR Editorial Staff

The new Ridgid K-5208 sectional machine gives plumbers a more compact option without making a huge sacrifice in power. Ridgid […]

September 11, 2018 0

Milwaukee 10L Pipe Wrench with PowerLength Handle 48-22-7213

by Kenny Koehler

When electricians need more power in their cutting pliers, extending the handle length is one way to make it happen. […]

July 17, 2018 0

Ridgid RP 240 Press Tool Review

by Dan Bedard

Plumbing contractors have a few options when it comes to pipefitting: using solder, using a threader, or using a pro […]

June 14, 2018 0

DeWalt FlexVolt 60V Max VSR Stud and Joist Drill

by Dan Bedard

All tradesman see the value of cordless tools. For electricians, plumbers, and HVAC guys in particular, the ability to walk […]