Okay, so I just moved into my first place (yay me, lol), and I'm realizing pretty quick that I don't know squat about plumbing. Like yesterday, my kitchen sink started draining super slow, and I stood there staring at it like an idiot for ten minutes before googling "how to fix slow drain." Ended up buying a plunger (didn't even know you could use those on sinks??) and some drain cleaner stuff, but it got me thinking...
What other plumbing tools or supplies are good to have around for basic emergencies or just regular maintenance? I'm not talking full-on plumber-level gear, just the kind of stuff you'd wish you had handy when something minor goes wrong. Maybe stuff you've learned from experience or things your parents always kept around the house?
I figure it's better to ask now than wait til I'm ankle-deep in water or something, haha. Any suggestions?
Good call getting the plunger—lifesaver for sinks too, haha. Couple more basics I'd suggest:
- Pipe wrench (trust me, you'll thank me later)
- Plumber's tape for leaky connections
- Drain snake for stubborn clogs
- Bucket...always have a bucket handy, seriously.
