Plumbers Face Challenges with Pipework
14 posts in the last 60 days, all from r/Plumbing.
“The pipe insulation is suspect and likely asbestos containing so I need to avoid that. I can burrow a pro press tool so I don’t have to solder that if that’s the best bet. Online says 2D is distance for dead legs which would give me 1.5 inches. With the current fittings it’s…”
“I have to eventually replace all the pipes run in my house they are 70+ year old copper I think. How do I know what is a good place to work with and what type of pipe to go with. Any advice will help. We have a crawl space. 1.5 bath 1200 sq ft. A kitchen sink and two hose…”
“I’m installing a new water softener and whole home filter. Currently, I have 3/4” copper pipes, but will be using PEX to install the two appliances. They both have 1” connections, so I’m wondering if there would be an issue with pressure or something, if I were to just use…”
Discussions revolve around plumbing issues, including non-standard pipe sizes, water heater replacements, toilet installations, and PEX downsizing. This highlights the complexities of plumbing work and potential need for better tools or guidance.
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“I would cut the pipe short, install a sweat on a threaded male copper fitting on the pipe and use a flex line to reconnect the hot water line to the water heater. Doing this will make changing out the anode rod easier down the…”
“Hi all, I am replacing the faucet in my bathroom sink and discovered the copper pipes are soldered directly to the current faucet. I don't have a lot of room to work in the cabinet/vanity and would prefer to replace a section of the copper pipe with the steel hoses. My question is would you recommend one of these adapters or something else? submitted by /u/WearyDeluge [link] [comments]”
“The pipe insulation is suspect and likely asbestos containing so I need to avoid that. I can burrow a pro press tool so I don’t have to solder that if that’s the best bet. Online says 2D is distance for dead legs which would give me 1.5 inches. With the current fittings it’s already like 3 inches and not sure if it would be an issue or not. submitted by /u/Designer_Ad_2023 [link] [comments]”
“I have to eventually replace all the pipes run in my house they are 70+ year old copper I think. How do I know what is a good place to work with and what type of pipe to go with. Any advice will help. We have a crawl space. 1.5 bath 1200 sq ft. A kitchen sink and two hose spikets no idea how to spell that. Live in Indiana. submitted by /u/Interesting_Hat_5162 [link] [comments]”
“How would you go about connecting the supply line from the bathroom faucet (black) which is 3/8 to the white flexible pipe line coming from the water supply. I thought the water supply line was 3/4 but I bought this 3/8 to 3/4 adapter and the water line didn’t fit. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-3-8-in-OD-Compression-x-3-4-in-MIP-Brass-Adapter-Fitting-801059/207176923 Any advice is appreciated submitted by /u/Linlow100 [link] [comments]”
“[VIDEO] I decided to change the supply line, along with a new fill valve. Followed a guide where narrator advised measuring the distance between the start of connections and choosing the next size up. My distance was 9" so I went with 12". The line wasn't too hard to install, but I'm worried it is creating too much strain on the valve connection and the fill valve connection. Does this seem like a normal amount of strain? Would you replace with a 16" line? This line is a B”
“I’m installing a new water softener and whole home filter. Currently, I have 3/4” copper pipes, but will be using PEX to install the two appliances. They both have 1” connections, so I’m wondering if there would be an issue with pressure or something, if I were to just use 1”-3/4” Shark Bites to attach 1” PEX to the 3/4” copper for easier installation of the softener and filter. Or do I just use adapters at the fittings for the filter and softener? submitted by /u/WannabeNovelistRP [”
“Replacing a hose bib and i cut the water line, and am about to use stainless clamps. But I noticed the white pex pipe has a black liner in it that other pex pipe ive worked with doesn't have. The white pipe in the house has copper crimp rings. Can I safely use the stainless clamps(crimps) and normal 1/2" ball valve like normal pex? submitted by /u/The_Nuess [link] [comments]”
“We have never worked on a new bath with brand new lines, only existing baths with their lines, so this may be a rudimentary question. New bathroom pipes were roughed in and pressure tested. Now the shower trim has been installed. Water has been turned back on at the curb and is supplying the other faucets in the house. What do we do to get water to flow to the new shower lines? TIA submitted by /u/NaturalStriking5957 [link] [comments]”
“I have at least one leak, as well as general corrosion and mineral build up. Looking for any advice on repiping this section of pipe, including what to replace and with what material (pex vs. copper, etc.), and any changes to the overall configuration/structure. Sorry this is kind of vague, will provide additional information to the extent I can. Thanks a ton submitted by /u/LingonberryNo6658 [link] [comments]”
“Looking to see if it’s worth having a plumber come out. Renovating bathroom and would prefer to change out the copper to pvc. Do you think a plumber would be able to connect to the vertical pipe without damaging the surrounding walls? Trying avoid multiple Fernco horizontal connections if able. Then in future kitchen renovation, will change over the rest of the copper to PVC that’s between the walls. submitted by /u/Regular_Dingo_127 [link] [comments]”
“Hi , I’m changing out my bathroom vanity but plumbing seems weird. There are 2 lines that are connected for cold water. The pvc/flex piping has brass connections then goes back to pvc(please see pics. How do I remove and replace connections? Thanks in advance submitted by /u/Safe-Fix6712 [link] [comments]”
“I'd rather not use my guybrator, but I don't have the clearance needed for a tubing cutter. Any suggestions ? This is 1.25" copper hot water line in a cramped hotel bathroom. I'm trying not to repair any more ceiling than necessary! On mobile and it's a hot Texas afternoon so forgive my format and grammar. submitted by /u/Responsible_Weird880 [link] [comments]”
“Hello everyone. I am a journeyman plumber. I’m looking for help identifying this silver pipe. The copper pipe is 1” and that is a standard 1” sharkbite coupling. This means that the unknown pipe is 1” CTS pipe. This is NOT IPS galvanized pipe. It is also not painted copper, brass, or stainless steel because the pipe is 100% magnetic. My theory is someone used 1” EMT electrical conduit as a water pipe. What do you all think? submitted by /u/plumb_OCD [link] [comments]”
“You might be able to see that there's the slightest of bends. There's just enough slack for a tiny bit of wiggle back and forth. It's been fine like this for a couple of years since a renovation. I only noticed and wondered about it now since I'm doing a DIY renovation in another bathroom including installing a new toilet. This current supply line is 12". If you were to get a longer one, would you go up to 16" with more of a bend, or go up to 20"? I have a spare 20”
“The 3/4 braided stainless steel will allow u to make up your cut. They come in various sizes.”
“I'm installing a water softener. I have a one inch line coming in from the street. All our plumbing is Pex A and is in the attic. I have a hose bib on the opposite corner of the house 80 feet away. That hose bib is fed by a half inch line that comes off a shower in the same corner of the house. I have a large yard and during the dry seasons I run that hose bib for upwards of an hour a day. I don't want to run all of that water through the new softener. I plan on running a new line from t”