14 in pipe wrench
RIDGID 14-inch Heavy-Duty Pipe Wrench(paid link)
A core tool for bigger fittings
Bigger fittings and old pipe need leverage, so this wrench rides along on every call.
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What a plumber needs: gear + gift ideas
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For themselves: gear a plumber would buy
Practical things for the job and the workday.
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Rechargeable headlamp
BioLite Dash 450 Rechargeable Headlamp(paid link)
Hands free in a crawl space
Under a sink or in a crawlspace, a plumber needs light and both hands.
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Gel knee pads
NoCry Professional Gel Knee Pads for Work(paid link)
Comfort for floor work
A plumber kneels on tile and concrete for much of the day, so pads spare the knees.
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Waterproof gloves
Wells Lamont HydraHyde water-resistant leather work gloves(paid link)
Hands stay dry on wet jobs
Wet work soaks regular gloves, so these go on for drains and supply lines.
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Tool bag
Klein Tools 55452RTB rolling tool bag(paid link)
Organizes the day's tools
From van to basement with a lot of tools, a bag keeps everything sorted.
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Thread seal tape
A small consumable that gets used daily
Threaded fittings take tape every time, so a plumber goes through rolls quickly.
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Plumbers work in crawl spaces and under sinks, so a good headlamp, knee pads and a trusty wrench set count for more than any gadget.
About our picks: Plumbers work in basements and crawl spaces, often on wet floors. The headlamp, knee pads and waterproof gloves help with that, and the pipe wrench, thread seal tape and tool bag are everyday items on a service call.
Gift ideas for a plumber
Gift tip: A quality wrench or a good pair of gloves is a safe bet. Buying for a coworker? See coworker gift ideas or Secret Santa ideas.
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Waterproof boots
Muck Boot Men's Chore Mid waterproof boot(paid link)
Dry feet on wet jobs
Water pools on basement floors, so a plumber wants boots that stay dry.
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Rechargeable work light
Milwaukee USB Rechargeable Rover Pivoting Flood Light(paid link)
A bright jobsite light
Dark utility rooms need a bright light hung near the work.
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Winter beanie
Carhartt A18 knit cuffed beanie(paid link)
Warm head on cold calls
Cold early calls mean a hat, pulled on before heading inside.
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GOJO Natural Orange Pumice Hand Cleaner, 14 oz(paid link)
Gets grease off the hands
Grease and pipe dope stick to hands, so a plumber scrubs up between calls.
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Job site radio
DEWALT ToughSystem Music Player(paid link)
Music in the van
Hours in the van between calls go faster with a radio.
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Insulated mug
Hot drink for cold basements
Basements and crawlspaces are cold, so a hot drink waits in the van.
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Read next: What a plumber actually needs, a plain guide to what to buy and what to skip.
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