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Robert Coleman

Drain Cleaning Tools

Table of Contents

  • PLUMBING AUGERS
    • Ridgid Power Spin Plumbing Auger with AUTOFEED
    • Ridgid K-45 Autofeed Drain Cleaning Machine
  • DRAIN SNAKES
    • Ridgid K-3 Toilet Auger Snake
    • Drain Weasel FlexiSnake Drain Snake
    • Cobra Zip-It Drain Snake (6-Pack)
  • WET / DRY VACUUMS
    • Ridgid 16 Gallon 6.5 HP Wet / Dry Vacuum with Stainless Steel Tank
    • Stanley 8 Gallon 4 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum with Stainless Steel Tank
    • Bissell 6 Gallon 6 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum with Precision Suction Tools
    • Karcher 5.3 Gallon 6.5 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum
    • Vacmaster Beast 5 Gallon 5.5 HP Portable Professional Wet/Dry Vacuum
  • PLUNGERS
    • OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger
    • Mr. Clean Turbo Plunger and Bowl Brush Caddy Set
  • PIPE WRENCHES
    • Titan 4 Piece Heavy-Duty Steel Pipe Wrench Set
    • Goplus 4 Piece Steel Pipe Wrench Set
  • SCREW DRIVERS
    • Craftsman 8-Piece Bi-Material Screwdriver Set
    • Klein Multi-Bit Screwdriver / Nut Driver
  • COLD CHISELS
    • Stanley 3-Piece Cold Chisel Kit
    • Stanley 1-Inch FATMAX Cold Chisel with Hand Guard
  • TEFLON TAPE
    • Mill-Rose Blue Monster PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant Tape 1/2-Inch
  • PENETRATING OIL
    • Kano Aerokroil Penetrating Oil (10 oz. Aerosol)
    • WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant Spray (11 oz.)

PLUMBING AUGERS

These highly-rated plumbing augers will do an excellent job of unclogging your drains, pipes and traps.  Use these for your kitchen drain, basement drain, garage drain, small outdoor drain or anywhere else you have a strong clog to remove.

Ridgid Power Spin Plumbing Auger with AUTOFEED

Ridgid Power Spin Plumbing Auger with AUTOFEED

  • Insert the cable, pull the trigger and turn the drum to clean out your drain
  • Hand-powered or drill-powered
  • Roller bearings for smooth cable operation
  • Cleans drains from ¾” to 1½” in diameter
  • Cable easily self-feeds down the drain
  • Kink-resistant MAXCORE® cable
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Ridgid K-45 Autofeed Drain Cleaning Machine

Ridgid K-45 Autofeed Drain Cleaning Machine

  • Opens bathroom, sink, toilet, tub, shower and basement drains
  • Fully powered operation – advance & retrieve cable by simply pushing a lever
  • Cleans drains from ¾” to 2½” in diameter
  • Easy cable changes
  • Holds 50 ft of 5⁄16″ or 35 ft of 3⁄8″ cable
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DRAIN SNAKES

Drain snakes are ideal for unclogging bathroom sinks, bathtubs, showers and toilets.  These are some of the best-rated snakes we recommend to get rid of those annoying bathroom drain clogs!

Ridgid K-3 Toilet Auger Snake (3-foot)

Ridgid K-3 Toilet Auger Snake

  • Reaches deep into toilet to remove tough clogs
  • 3-foot metal stick with 90-degree angle and extendable 1/2″ snake
  • Large ergonomically designed turning handles
  • Designed to navigate curved toilet drain pipes
  • Works with standard, water-conserving and WaterSense toilets
  • No need for chemical drain cleaners
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FlexiSnake Drain Weasel hair clog drain snake

Drain Weasel FlexiSnake Drain Snake

  • Designed to remove hair clogs from sinks, tubs and showers
  • Patented hook and loop hair-snagging technology
  • Ultra-slim design fits down tight drain openings
  • 18” length to reach deep and navigate around curves easily
  • No need for chemical drain cleaners
  • Includes handle + 5 wand refills
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Cobra Zip-It drain hair snake 6-pack

Cobra Zip-It Drain Snake (6-Pack)

  • Removes basic hair clogs from sinks, tubs and showers
  • Specially engineered barbs and flexible polymer construction
  • 18” length with 2″ handle for control
  • Easily bends around U-traps, elbows and other drain curves
  • No need for chemical drain cleaners
  • Includes 6 Zip-It tools
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WET / DRY VACUUMS

These wet / dry vacuums have the suction power, water capacity and hose attachments needed to pull clogs out of your drain swiftly and with minimal mess.

Ridgid 1610RV wet-dry vacuum stainless with cart

Ridgid 16 Gallon 6.5 HP Wet / Dry Vacuum with Stainless Steel Tank

  • 16 gallon stainless steel tank captures high volumes of dirty drain water and drain clog material
  • Extra-powerful 6.5 HP 135 CFM motor sucks out stubborn and large clogs easily
  • Cart, push handle and large wheels help you go up & down stairs
  • Scroll Noise Reduction® cuts down the loud whine other vacuums make
  • Includes 2 extension wands, 2½” x 8’ hose, utility nozzle, wet nozzle, crevice tool, car nozzle, filter
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Stanley 8 gallon wet dry vacuum with stainless tank

Stanley 8 Gallon 4 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum with Stainless Steel Tank

  • 16 gallon stainless steel tank captures high volumes of dirty drain water and drain clog material
  • 4.0 HP 85 CFM motor to suck out drain clogs
  • 4 caster wheels and large carry handle for ease of movement
  • Includes 1¼” x 5’ hose, two extension wands, crevice nozzle, gulper nozzle, floor brush, foam filter, dust bag
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Bissell MultiClean wet dry vacuum 6 gallon tank

Bissell 6 Gallon 6 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum with Precision Suction Tools

  • Powerful 6.0 HP 85 CFM motor to suck out tough drain clogs
  • 6 gallon tank with Cyclonic vacuum cleaning system and precision wet suction tools
  • 4 wheels and large carry handle for ease of movement
  • Includes premium 6.5’ hose, crevice tool, precision blower/suction tool, precision wet suction tool, upholstery brush, detailing/inflatable device nozzles, filter, storage bag
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Karcher WD4 wet-dry vacuum

Karcher 5.3 Gallon 6.5 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum

      • Extra-powerful 6.5 HP 170 CFM motor sucks out challenging drain clogs
      • 5.3 gallon space-saving tank and carrying handle for easy maneuverability
      • Patented filter system keeps dirt and microbes out of the air during filter changes
      • German made with extremely high quality
      • Includes 7.5′ hose, extension wand, crevice tool, hand grip nozzle, floor nozzle, pleated filter, fleece bag
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Vacmaster Beast professional 5 gallon wet-dry vacuum

Vacmaster Beast 5 Gallon 5.5 HP Portable Professional Wet/Dry Vacuum

      • Highly portable and powerful 5.5 HP 102 CFM vacuum for professional jobs
      • Ideal for unclogging drains
      • Features an air/noise diffuser to reduce high-pitched vacuum sound
      • Includes 7′ x 1-7/8″” premium hose, extension wand, utility nozzle, car nozzle, crevice tool, foam wet filter, dust filter
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PLUNGERS

If you don’t already have a good plunger, here are a couple great peformers to unclog your drains that look stylish in your home.

OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger

OXO Good Grips Toilet Plunger

  • Stylish 24″ bathroom toilet plunger
  • Works effectively on all toilets, including low-flush models
  • Clean ridge-free design
  • Built-in drip tray catches water with drainage holes for quick drying
  • Just lift the plunger and the canister doors spring open
  • Stores neatly and discretely away
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Mr. Clean Plunger and Bowl Brush Caddy Set

Mr. Clean Turbo Plunger and Bowl Brush Caddy Set

  • Extra-powerful turbo plunger and round toilet bowl brush set
  • Stable and stylish caddy system
  • Comfortable synthetic rubber grips
  • Caddy catches water and dries quickly
  • 19″ tall x 11″ deep x 7″ wide
  • Stores neatly and discretely away
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PIPE WRENCHES

Titan 4 piece steel pipe wrench set

Titan 4 Piece Heavy-Duty Steel Pipe Wrench Set

  • Heavy-duty cast iron construction with black enamel coating
  • Precision milled and drop forged steel jaws for grip
  • Built to take heavy use and abuse for a lifetime
  • Set includes 8″, 10″, 14″ and 24″ pipe wrenches
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Goplus 4 piece steel pipe wrench set

Goplus 4 Piece Steel Pipe Wrench Set

  • Heavy-duty cast iron construction with orange enamel coating
  • Drop forged steel jaws with machined teeth grip pipes tightly
  • Non-stick plastic wrapped I-beam handle for easy grip and handling
  • Spring loaded head provides fast jaw grip and release
  • Set includes 8″, 10″, 12″ and 18″ pipe wrenches
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SCREW DRIVERS

Craftsman 8 piece bi-material screwdriver set

Craftsman 8-Piece Bi-Material Screwdriver Set

  • Black oxide coating provides a more precise fit and reduced stripping
  • Ergonomic textured polypropylene handles add twisting force
  • 3 different hand positions: speed-zone for quick rotation, a torque-zone for added grip, and precision tactile zone for control
  • Set includes: Phillips #1 X 3″, #2 X 1.5″, #2 X 4″, #3 X 6″ and slotted 3/16″ X 4″, 1/4″ X 1.5″, 1/4 X 4″, 5/16″ X 6″
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Klein multi-bit screwdriver

Klein Multi-Bit Screwdriver / Nut Driver

  • Versatile 11-in-1 Screwdriver / Nut Driver
  • Blast finish bit tips provide a firm hold
  • Cushion-grip handle for greater torque and comfort
  • Set includes 3/16″ (5 mm) and 1/4″ (6 mm) slotted, #1 and #2 Phillips, 1/4″ (6 mm), 5/16″ (8 mm) and 3/8″ (10 mm) nut driver, #1 and #2 square, schrader core removal/installation, core extractor
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COLD CHISELS

Stanley 3 piece cold chisel kit

Stanley 3-Piece Cold Chisel Kit

  • 3-piece cold chisel kit with one 16-286 (3/8” x 5-9/16”), one 16-287 (1/2” x 6′)’ and one 16-288 (5/8” x 6-3/4”)
  • Cutting edge hardened to 52-58 HRC and ground to a precise angle for efficient cutting and durability
  • Striking edge hardened to 42 HRC with chamfered edges to resist chipping
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Stanley FATMAX cold chisel with hand guard 1 inch

Stanley 1-Inch FATMAX Cold Chisel with Hand Guard

  • 1″ one-piece forged cold chisel powder coated for durability and visibility
  • Ergonomic, bi-material handguard helps protect hand from hammer strikes, reduces slipping and absorbs vibration
  • Overall length 12″ and blade width 1″
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TEFLON TAPE

Mill-Rose Blue Monster PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant Tape

Mill-Rose Blue Monster PTFE Pipe Thread Sealant Tape 1/2-Inch

  • 1/2″ wide PTFE teflon tape in light blue color
  • Works on on iron, brass, copper, aluminum, stainless stee, galvanized steel, polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, CPVC, ABS, fiberglass, etc.
  • Applies easily with fewer wraps for a leak-proof seal
  • No curing or re-taping required
  • Compatible with a broad range of gases and liquids
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PENETRATING OIL

Kano AeroKroil penetrating oil 10oz aerosol

Kano Aerokroil Penetrating Oil (10 oz. Aerosol)

  • World-famous industrial strength penetrating aerosol oil
  • Quickly loosens rusted, corroded and seized threads on drain plugs, nuts and bolts
  • Penetrates to 1 millionth inch
  • Dissolves rust and corrosion, lubricates and cleans
  • Displaces moisture so drain plugs and cleanout plugs don’t corrode again
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WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant Spray (11 oz.)

WD-40 Specialist Rust Release Penetrant Spray (11 oz.)

  • Fast-acting penetrant gets deep into crevices, threads and seams
  • Leaves behind a protective layer to prevent rust and corrosion from re-forming
  • Uses patented extra-penetrating Blu Torch technology
  • 50-state VOC compliant
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