Plumbers Tool Reviews Archives

Plumbers Tool Reviews

Of the trades, plumbing is both respected and feared. You can’t argue that you have tradesmen good at this job, or Pros who would rather do anything else. Our plumbers tool reviews target professionals and help them know which new products are helpful in real-world jobs. Our plumbers tool reviews frequently use professionals who do plumbing jobs every day. Put a new tool into their hands and you find out very quickly if it holds up. Plumbers may have a lot of patience when tracking down leaks, but they don’t tolerate a bad tool for long. Some of the best experiences we have involve handing these Pros new hand tools designed to save time. When they work, we see huge smiles (and they see dollar signs as they save time on the job). That’s a big win for everybody.

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 […]

May 2, 2018 0

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Switch Pack Sectional Drum System

by Scott Strollo

I wasn’t sure what to expect when those upstanding Pro Tools gents texted me from the 2017 Milwaukee New Product […]

April 11, 2018 0

Proferred Adjustable Plumbing Wrench Review

by Scott Strollo

When most people picture a plumber’s wrench, they probably think of the long-handled, hook-jawed version associated with the trade for […]

November 29, 2017 0

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Drain Snake with Cable Drive

by Scott Strollo

Isn’t it satisfying when you haven’t seen someone in a while and their first question is, “Have you been working […]

How to Install PEX Pipe with a PEX Expander

November 8, 2017 0

DeWalt 20V Max PEX Expander Review (DCE400)

by Dan Bedard

When expansion PEX first came to the table, there was only one tool to expand the material and that was […]