What is your favorite tool we went over in today's video? Or if I did not go over one that you though should be in the top 5, let me know. Also, If you liked this video please check out some of my other videos! We appreciate your support! :)
The most important tool for this video is the volume button. Please don't make the music so loud when you show off a tool, your voice is not as loud so I'm back and forth on the volume button
The Hackzall is a very underrated tool. Having a sawzall that is powerful, but light weight and designed for one-handed operation. One of my favorites for crawlspace and in cabinet work.
Pretty interested in the ProPress I live in New Mexico and we don't really use those here seems to be pretty effective I've seen it in your other videos also
Old plumber who trained me, first day said " bring a knife, pencil and a tape measure" I asked what is the knife for? He "said to sharpen the damn pencil"! God rest his soul.
The most under rated plumbing tool is the little guy on the crew that you can pretty much fit in in small space,ceiling,or wherever you can't get to salute to you guys
The top 5 tools i find myself using as a apprentice is 1. Tape measure 2. Pex cutters/ pipe cutters 3. Channel locks 4. Razor knife 5. 6 in 1 screw driver
Hey Roger, We are a small, up and coming service plumbing company in Central Texas. We enjoy watching your videos, and have helped our office staff immensely!⭐️ Could you do a video on how you keep your shop set up and trucks/ vans organized?
The Hackzall is a very underrated tool. Having a sawzall that is powerful, but light weight and designed for one-handed operation. One of my favorites for crawlspace and in cabinet work.
I always have my 11 in one and two pair of channel locks when I walk into a job even if I don’t know what I’m walking into So much you can do with just those items
Impact rated right angle adapter for an impact driver. (I am currently using a Dewalt) I only use it 1 or 2 times a month. But it's a lifesaver when I do use it.
Not a tradesman but i have to do minor repairs for work -Ratcheting screwdriver with exchangable heads -Rope with a slip knot -Utility knife -Prybar -Different types of writing instruments (pen, chalk, pencil and permanent marker) -light source
As a plumbing apprentice my underrated tool for new construction is: 1: a combo square (the one that adjusts). 2: Milwaukee hardhat w/headlamp and headlamp attachment 3: Laser pointer for pointing out pipes and runs easiest from far distances 4: hard shell knee pads (a must, the hard shell is good to use on wet ground and won’t soak through.
Great video! I agree with all of these. We have the Milwaukee 11-1 with the full size bits w/quick connect. One I would add is the Klein Inspection flash light. IPF rating, magnetic back, a horizontal light in addition to the standard forward-facing light. *edit: and a glow in the dark rim by the light.
Of the 5 you mention, the multi screwdriver is a must, with either Visegrips or that Leatherman next. I'm not officially a plumber, but I do have an 'ice cream' service van, that is, your typical white V8 no window cargo trades fleet van haha. I like to go back to the foundation - The most underrated 'tool' in my world, is... *organisation* ... I run around all day on service calls. The number one 'tool' in my arsenal... Is my custom centre console/cabin system. All of my must have/common use/go-to tools all have a specific spot in this system. My paper work, and other essentials, etc as well. After that, the kind of tool bag you have, how you organise your service vehicle, is all vital. You can have the best tools, but if your a mess, the job workflow will be a mess and you lose productivity and revenue wasting time. Nearly ALL of the service vehicles I see (does NOT matter what the trade) are a COMPLETE hellhole mess. Shit happens throughout your service day, but 5-10 minutes at the end of the day to clean up keeps the beast tamed. Every weekend a good thural cleaning also is a big help.
My top unrated tool is a wire brush. I use it to clean threads, especially square cut threads where some dope wrapped a bunch of teflon tape or smothered with pipe dope. Today I had to repair a gas line on a dryer that was leaking because the installer had wrapped the flare fittings with tape, and dope.
My selection is 9-1 picquic multi screwdriver you have ⁵/¹⁶ -¼ hex, channellock 8" wide mouth adjustable wrench , channel lock 10" pump pliers , utility knife, Nebo slide flashlight Its your regular flashlight or led 400lummus floodlight with a magnetic end to mount to an metal surface, milwaukee 25' magnetic end 2 sided tape measure easy to extend and read and lock and tagout that way you can isolate and be safe taking apart lines or equipment Knowing its de energetized . This on me all the time it great setup for your common service repairs , inspections and emergency repairs. Anything else you would need bigger tools never carry a pouch more than 7lbs you will throw your hips out or shoulder
My tool belt. I'm a new construction plumber and spend a far bit of pipe hanging pipe off of ladders. It keeps me organized and I'm not dropping tools when i move my ladder and i dont like having my pockets full.
I prefer the quickpic with the reversible 1/4" and 5/16 but driver to the Klein multi bit screwdriver. Highly recommend the milwauke pack out back pack, it is the best as far as expandability. I bought an extra compartment that connects to the bottom of the back pack and off I go 👍
Our toilet has been making almost hissing like sounds and that happens when we flush (by using water by the way, doesn’t flush normally) or use the shower. The noise is persistent and last less than 1 or 2 minutes. It does that every time we use water(especially showering). Idk what can be causing this or it’s its a symptoms of an underlying issue? Any tips and advice would be helpful! :)
Checkn your incoming water pressure and thermal expansion tank. The expansion tank should be ful of air if its full of water replace it. The water pressure should be no more than 80 psi. If it's over that replace your pressure reducing valve.
The second I first saw a one-stop wrench in another plumbers tool bag, I knew I had to have one. It's even just fun to break out and put back together, haha.
@RogerWakefield get a We knives brand pry tool also griffin pocket tools makes a great pry also they both fit in your pocket easily I carry a pocket pry bar everyday my personal favorite is the we knives pry
perfecto tools hydro drill and the best of all the right angle pipewrench both are extremely handy and irreplaceable when needed. Hydro drill will get you under sidewalks or driveways or even just save you digging for water service line. And my favorite the right angle pipewrench fits underneath sinks or any tight area and allows you to loosen those gal trap arms or use as a meter key. Really so many things it can be used for. Anything perfecto makes is really top notch and extremely useful for any service and repair guy
I always thought the stop wrench was a very common tool, I've helped a lot of plumbers coming and going from the company I work at and dont remember many not having one other the tunnel guys or very green apprentices
I seem to only ever use the one stop for installing angle stops. The supply line wrench aggravates me because you have to raise it up to get another bite. I just grab a 5/8s but it’s good in a pinch. The smaller part of the wrench is for closet bolts but I always forget and use an open end wrench.
Hey Roger I have a 2nd interview with Roto Rooter on Tuesday. What is your opinion of this company?I hear all sorts of things online. I would love to start a plumbing apprenticeship asap. Just being cautious
Roger Wakefield have you thought of getting bit 360 screwdriver? this way you don´t need to worry about losing any of your screw bits. oh and don´t forget their only like 5 USD .
I work in Europe as a utility plumber. Almost all the plumbing on copper and steel is being done with the powerpress nowadays. It is idiot proof and works insanely quick.
Propress RULES!!! I've been using PP for more than a decade, and I'm not exaggerating when I say that literally every time I use it I smile and say to myself "God I love this tool!" Only drawback is how big and heavy that particular tool is. We're working on getting the smaller version, I think it only goes up to 1' or maybe 1-1/2" I can't remember, but it would be so much nicer to work in ceilings and other tight places. And we'll still have the big one when we need to anything 2" - 4".
I bought three of those stop wrenches in one day not one of them fit a single angle stop I ended up returning and not even bothering with it really wish it worked for me
@@RogerWakefield You make very good videos but I think there is limited appeal. Plumbing how to videos have a greater appeal but the majority of people just take the information without subscribing. I subscribe to your videos but I'm interested in plumbing and heating. I wish you luck.
Adam Carter thank you. I understand my audience is limited. We started out knowing that though. We still have fun helping people with plumbing. Homeowners, plumbers, apprentice’s, and people thinking about getting into the trades. I don’t have to be the biggest channel. I want to try to be the best. I appreciate every subscriber and viewer I promise!!!
Definitely Milwaukee one-key system. Programable within your phone, and-or manual. Immediately dis-able within loss, and-or theft. Completely renderless through Milwaukee's patented one of a kind system. Leaving any/all tool companies within land time forgot.
He знаю как у вас, у нас приличный Лазерман стоит как комплект из ножа, пассатиж, отвертки и кусачек. Добавить сумку и не покупать этот несчеастный мультитул.
The v Groove vice grip brand channel locks will dominate any other brand of channel locks trust me from gas piping to tiny soft copper roll stainless nipples don't believe me buy a set and them pinching blue handle channel lock brand are trash
