New Tools

[stevdev]

Hi Guys,

I'm wondering what "smaller" tools will be come handy in the future. I've just bought myself the basic tools such as pipe cutters, 10 and 12 inch water pump pliers, shifters, pipe wrench, hammer, chisel, gas etc.

What other tools would you guys recommend, the smaller tools that come handy?

Thanks

 

[Meady]

Hacksaw, adjustable spanners, screwdrivers, tape measure, Stanley knife, lots of pencils because if your like me you will loose at least one a week

 

[mike-c]

You might only use it once in a blue moon but a 28mm pipe slice will one day turn out to be a godsend for you.

 

[PlumbBobBob]

bahco 6" and 8" wide jaw adjustables i use them every day the codes are 8" 9031 and 6" 9029

 

[jtsplumbing]

Buying tools is endless, you never have enough , you may think you do, but you always find something that may come in handy ! Depends what type of work you are going to cover ? Basic Plumbing / Drainage / Heating installation / Boiler repairs ? different fields different tools.

 

[GasmanxxxR1]

Pipe benders are a must. Volt alert pen is often overlooked but really handy imho

 

[Ermintrude]

The tPI pens have a life time warranty. Brake and they replace no quibbles

 

[gasmanrob]

Billy is a small tool

 

[AWheating]

Billy is a small tool

we dont need to know your things pet name

 

[Ermintrude]

Monument olive cutters 8 mm for trvs

 

[iiplumbing]

Small 1 1/2" dia "dentist" mirror on telescopic handle
Self standing powerful (but smallish) torch
Head torch
tool belt
work trousers with knee pads
Armeg jaw dropper basin tap wrench

Just to start naming a few!!!

Russ

 

[Ray Stafford]

The best knee pads you can afford.

 

[iiplumbing]

The best knee pads you can afford.

In truth the best, (snickers bean bag and snickers XTR D30) are the best IMO and at £25 they cannot be said to be "unaffordable"

They save your knees (which are priceless) and take one job to pay back!

That's what I call an investment, and tax free as they are claimed back as protective workwear!

Russ

 

[Killy Bing]

In truth the best, (snickers bean bag and snickers XTR D30) are the best IMO and at £25 they cannot be said to be "unaffordable"

They save your knees (which are priceless) and take one job to pay back!

That's what I call an investment, and tax free as they are claimed back as protective workwear!

Russ

and redbacks are great too

 

[unitedgas]

Ratcheting rad spanner, bungs for rads/tanks, soldering mat, insulated screwdrivers, files.