I have cpvc was scared of it but 20 yrs later no issue. I do use pex on any add ons. I also used a sharkbite 10 yrs ago on washer and was unsure no problem as of yet it is in basement so time will tell
I am trying to fix a cpvc pipe that is in an incredibly awkward spot that is hard to get to. Can a sharkbite be placed over the existed pipe that was previously glued? I know it should be cut back but I'm not sure if I can where it is located. Can it be cleaned or sanded to make the sharkbite work?
Sharkbites are very handy for tight spots, but the pipe prep must be perfect. I'm afraid you'll need to find a way to get that pipe cut back to fresh pipe. Best of luck!
I have 2 CPVC fittings at a shower-former exterior shower valve. They are broken off and flush with the wall. Can I heat up a galv. iron nipple and press into the CPVC to create some threads?
That's very true, and if I didn't mention that, then I should have. A small hack saw, also called a Johnny saw, makes quick work of it if it's brittle.
In California the State holds the fittings together. It creates great, low paying jobs for someone to stand (or sit) and hold the two sections together. They have formed a union, CA Pipe Sitters Union AFL-CIO. Man I hate California!
