Jones Stephens

Buying Guide: Plumbing Parts and Tools

Pipe Socket Savers
Jones Stephens socket savers remove plastic pipe from plastic fittings and cut ABS or PVC DWV pipe below the slab. They are offered for use with a 1/2 in. variable speed drill and for repairing schedule 40 pipe.

Test Plugs and Pressure Gauges
Some lead test plugs, such as the 3 in. Lead Fit All plug, are cast iron cored, and 4 in. sizes are also offered, while the stainless steel pressure gauges come in 4 inch versions in 5 Psi or 15 Psi. Check the size on your old plug or fitting before ordering, and have a qualified technician perform any pressure testing on your system.

Drains, Flanges and Probing Rods
The PVC pop-up drain is a 5 in. model with an automatic pop-up that releases sewage overflow outside the house, and the cast brass closet flange has radial bolt holes to secure it to the sub-floor. A steel probing rod is also offered.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jones Stephens make?
Jones Stephens offers plumbing products including pipe socket savers, lead test plugs, pressure gauges, brass closet flanges, a steel probing rod and a PVC pop-up drain.

How do I choose the right size?
Measure the pipe or match the size on your old part before ordering. Socket savers are offered in 1-1/2 in., 2 in., 3 in. and 4 in. pipe sizes, and test plugs and drains come in their own sizes, such as 3 in. and 5 in.

What is the pop-up drain used for?
The PVC pop-up drain has an automatic pop-up that releases sewage overflow outside the house. It has a vandal and tamper resistant center and a threaded connection.