How to Solder Copper Pipe in a Wall (Complete Guide) | GOT2LEARN

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Here's a complete guide on how to solder without burning your house down. I'll guide you thru all the necessary precautions in order to solder a copper joint safely, and the proper way.
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@Got2Learn 6 месяцев назад

Join my plumbing forum for free: got2learn.freeforums.net/

@johnmac9055 4 года назад

I used the knowledge from your videos to replace a leaking water line at my in-laws house yesterday. I did a couple practice runs on some spare pipe and fittings before making the actual repair. The final product was fantastic and looked professional (I bought all the tools I saw in your videos). I have never soldered a pipe before. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I’m going to your Paetron site next to contribute.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

That's so cool, I am glad I could help you out John. Yes, if you want to support the channel, you can head over to www.patreon.com/got2learn

@northwexpress Год назад

Good to make positive impressions with in-laws, I’m sure!

@KameraShy Год назад

Very wise for a newbie to try a few practice runs first. I plan to do the same.

@Eastbaypisces Год назад

@@Got2Learn can u do videos on venting pipes for bathrooms?

@Diehard65 4 года назад

I can see why this video received over 2 million views. The best all-around video I've seen yet. I've been soldering copper piping for over 60 years. Yes I started young.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thank you Diehard, your comment made my day :)

@zoranmilunovic5580 3 года назад

you do some videos...why not

@xenophilie 4 года назад

Hey, thanks for these tips. They gave me the confidence to attempt my first repair with 2 joints and 2 couplers (8 joints soldered), and it was a success.

@boseashish 2 года назад

there has not been and there will not be a greater and better video than this on soldering. I thank you - RESPECT

@Got2Learn 2 года назад

Wow, thanks!

@goleebaaz 2 года назад

Probably the best video, straight to the point - no bs, jokes, or loud music. I will do my first soldering today.

@Got2Learn 2 года назад

Niceeee, thank you so much!!!!!!

@jeffreyferraro9639 5 лет назад

Me and my dad are plumbers it was fun to watch your videos together, and hearing his criticism is so funny but also just as great when he learns a new trick from you like that too when you put the nut on before you cut the all-thread rod

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

That's so cool to hear, you're never to old to learn ;)

@williamamenta308 3 года назад

Very well done. Sure, it's not like being a journeyman, but for home DIY, this was invaluable. I kinda knew what to do, and had done the electric side of soldering a bit. Finally dove in, moved 2 feeds around a corner to an adjacent wall in our bathroom. Thanks for the tips, alot of solid info. I left the whole day for it, and went slow. Turned the water back on with zero issues. There were a couple of really nice details and tips that saved my ass. You said preparation was so important, and i think thats what got it for me. It really made a difference. great video.

@drunkinmaster1 5 лет назад

Ive been plumbing and soldering going on 17 years now and your video nails it.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Awesome, great to here, don't forget to share!!!! ;)

@rayc1503 5 лет назад

If I have to solder I use fine grade steel wool to clean the joints and polish them up with some brasso. I use a little less solder then yourself. I clean the joints with steel wool also whilst hot. You can barely see it's been soldered. Especially if you touch the joint on the rear. 8 years of soldering endless joints. You become a pro no blobs or runny joints just pure bliss 😊. For copper tube cutters in tight spots my mentor taught me to use a large slip wrench. Always worked a treat 👍 Always glad to watch your videos bro. 💯

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Great info here, thanks ghost, really appreciate your participation, that's what it's all about :)

@thegovernor4346 4 года назад

Ive just started my level 2 diploma and i know nothing about plumbing but the way you explained everything in the video was absolutely great it was real easy to follow thanks alot for it.. I cant tell you how excited i am to be doing this course im 35 now and its never to late to get yourself educated... God bless all...

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Never stop learning!!! Cobgrats on your new career Richard!

@thegovernor4346 4 года назад

@@Got2Learn Thank you my Brother...

@tomcox2579 3 года назад

This is by far the best plumbing channel I've EVER seen. Thank you so much.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

😄😄😄😄

@bucketofsteam9260 3 года назад

Thanks for all your videos on soldering. I installed a new water heater last summer and now I'm installing a new shower faucet kit that requires a new delta valve. All thanks to your videos. BY FAR the best.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

😇😇😇

@youthised58 5 лет назад

This is a great video. Even for those with experience, it still has a lot of info in it that you can learn from.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@phillipdus3147 4 года назад

My God man stop talking like that in every video... I mean the way jou explain everything is really annoying (tike thihis? And once you have it deburhured the youhou) I mean common man! Stop it!! 🥴

@wk6927 5 лет назад

I watched several of your posted videos, and I found them very concise and helpful for most DIY home owners and thank you so much for your contributions. If I may also suggest adding a few more comments in your future videos regarding the importance of heating the pipes and fittings uniformly before adding solder to allow the wicking effects of the solder to pull solder into the solder joints. Also it will be helpful to add a few words about how to add solder always from opposite side of the flame to avoid cold solder joints. Thank you again for great videos and looking forward to your future video postings.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thx @warren wwk, really appreciate your comment, i'll take those into consideration, if you can share it that would be very nice of you ;)

@timkaiser8149 4 года назад

If you're feeling extra cautious, or you don't have a small-flame torch, what I like to do (in addition to these steps and precautions) is to use a spray bottle to wet down the studs that may receive more heat than I want. I wait until it's all fluxed and assembled to be sure there's no water getting on the mating surfaces, dampen all nearby combustibles, hang /position my fire cloth, and then apply heat. Since I typically have a MAP bottle with a larger head on it, this gives me extra peace of mind.

@nelsonechevarria7009 4 года назад

I do the same thing,I fill a spray bottle with water and I saturate the area where I solder before I solder and after I solder as soon as the joint is cool enough to where I don't have to worry about the solder splitting from the area being saturated with water.

@LabRat6619 Год назад

Thats exactly what I do. I've been in the business for decades.

@unebonnevie 2 года назад

One could make a plumbing career (with pratice, of course) out of the videos that this guy has put out. Really good videos! People like this guy is what makes humans move forward!

@Got2Learn 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!!!

@lordbored2706 Год назад

I've just started an apprenticeship, and there are things on this channel that my mentor didn't know

@Got2Learn Год назад

@lordbored2706 😇

@XloMotion 4 года назад

Thanks for the video! I just replaced 60 feet of galvanized 1/2 pipe as well as 90 feet of 1/2 copper pipe and upgraded to 3/4 pipe. Watched a bunch of videos like this one and everything turned out great. The issues that I had was the time planned turned out to be double because I was double checking everything. Putting a tee on a pipe also was time consuming because the one of the tee ends was out of round 🙄.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Great job buddy, galvanized is no good! ;)

@yanes13 5 лет назад

Thanks dude for your efforts I'm a plumber from Tunisia and I learn from your videos ☺☺☺thanxxxxxx God bless you

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks so much, I appreciate comments like yours!!!

@TheLawWon 4 месяца назад

Since finding this channel I've successfully completed 5 plumbing jobs around my home. I can honesty say I had absolutely no issues and I was so pleased with what I learned from you brother. I was always worried to do any sodering in the past. Now I can't wait to do more job's or upgrades around the house. You are the best teacher and I highly recommend this channel to everyone that wants to learn from an expert. Bang on accurate 🎯 Furthermore the way each of the video's are done are so professionally made, Im really very very impressed. No point looking further cuz you won't find a better teacher then this channel. I must have saved a couple thousand $ dollars already doing it myself. Thanks once again. From one Canadian to another I'm proud of you brother. 🇨🇦 🎯 🇨🇦

@Got2Learn 4 месяца назад

Love seeing this, thanks for taking the time 🍻

@techalyzer 5 лет назад

This is super useful, I am doing electronics soldering since I was a small kid, but never really tried these before. I am generally very "tech aware" so to speak and usually solve all my technical issues by myself, but for copper plumbing I really needed a few starting tips, and surely enough there's plenty of them as in any profession, many of them impossible to know before years of experience and hard work. I just moved to a new house and it's pretty cold during winter, the radiators are on copper pipes and I think in a few months I'l get bigger ones and replace them myself. :)

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Awesome, good luck on the radiator job ;)

@vincebowling1778 5 лет назад

Great video...I've got a repair coming up in a small bathroom and this helps a bunch! Thank you!!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thx @vincent bowling I really appreciate your comment, I sure hope this will help other people as well!

@HB-ps6rn 5 лет назад

Those cross sections are awesome for your explanations, thanks!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@nelsonechevarria7009 4 года назад

Fantastic video,I never tire of watching it.I use a torch head on which the tip of the torch does not heat up,the torch head is a Craftsman 954287 self igniting torch head.It's a great dependable torch head and I've had it since I was 19 yrs old and I am now going on 59 yrs old believe it or not.I do not make plumbing repairs on a daily basis but thie times that I have had to use my Craftsman torch,and there have been many,it has never failed me and I love that the torch tip does not get hot which is one less thing for me to worry about.Many people may never think about their torch head tip not getting hot until one day they grab the torch by the tip instead of by the propane cylinder and end up getting a super nasty burn.It's usually the little things that get us,food for thought.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Yeah I love my pencil tip torch, it gets me into spots the others can't ;)

@obeyingruth9107 2 года назад

Appreciate you taking the time to list the tools needed. I got a master bathroom remodel and needed to order a torch and everything

@Got2Learn 2 года назад

My pleasure!!

@IIIWhiterIII 5 лет назад

Well done! Thank you for sharing this! It's very informative!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@cryingmexicanlol3518 5 лет назад

This is useful thnx, especially since I’m a freshman and starting to solder in my plumbing shop at my school

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Awesome, glad I could be of any help ;)

@mirekheikkila756 4 года назад

That's a wicked attitude, in 1/2 a year +/- you'll be very capable! you could even learn med gas with argon as a inert gas for brazing. Practice, learning,failing(lol) and motivation are all you need!

@rumsiker 5 лет назад

Very good , explained the correct way to solder and don't forget the most important, safety. and safety

@rolfe427 5 лет назад

Nice job, A spray bottle is a handy thing to have for those days when the unexpected happens not as messy as a fire extinguisher.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Yes, that's a very good alternative, thanks Rolfe!

@garybryant2995 5 лет назад

Great video, thanks. I also use the bread in the pipe technique when working with PVC, running sprinkler lines. Works great.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Awesome man, glad you liked it buddy ;)

@j-man6001 5 лет назад

Hey that bread trick is really cool! Thanks for this! Yeah lead is very bad for environment, but the lead free type solder we get in electronics is garbage, especially on CPU'S AND GPU'S

@holdurhorse9149 5 лет назад

J- Man Or butter and jelly

@ctrlaltdebug 3 года назад

Lead is best for electronics. That silver stuff doesn't run or stick as easily.

@iltidsn 3 года назад

Your videos are helpful and informative. I am a plumber and gas engineer, in Europe. Some of the stuff you do and describe is exactly how we would do it over here. But, man its interesting how you do it. I have picked up some interesting tips just from watching your videos.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

Thank you very much!

@nitefors 4 года назад

Huge THANK YOU. Great, comprehensive guide, packed into a compact format. Wow!!

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Great comment! Thank you very much :)

@keithpelletier2600 5 лет назад

Good video especially about the wet rags I like to use a spray bottle of water. I have a few additional tips It's always good to wipe the excess solder off and visually inspect the joint for gaps especially for larger piping. It's also very important to heat the back of the joint due to capillary reaction where the flux follows the heat and the solder follows the flux.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Good tips, thanks a lot Keith! Yes, the spray bottle is good too, people just gotta make sure they got water before shutting it off, that's for sure ;)

@MrEyad1990 5 лет назад

Can't belive I watched a 15 minutes video . Oh boy . Your videos are good filled with knowledge.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@xerxesxeropolis8302 4 года назад

Thank you. Amazing video on how to do all the stuff correctly. I very appreciate your time demonstrating basic plumbing. Justin.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thank you very much Justin for your kind comment :)

@MMGJ10 2 года назад

These videos are gold. I already have done soldering here and there over the years but now I have a much better idea of what I'm doing. Lol

@Payaso_Boxing 4 года назад

You're the best. I was planing to go to school to learn plumbing, the covid messed it up, but as soon as possible and schools re open, i'll go.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Yes 😊😊

@knottreel 5 лет назад

You do a very professional video. Perfect in length and clarity. Often instructional video on RU-vid is so cluttered with gab that you want to scream. Let me add just one point, Many plumbers like to wipe down their solder drips while still hot.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks so much! Personally, I prefer not touching the joint while it's curing, but that's just me.

@javierdelasierra5430 3 года назад

I used your technique to do my first copper joints. It all worked like a charm. Thank you.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

Awesomeeeee!!!!

@raulfernandesneto3861 5 лет назад

I really liked the video explanation in a simple but very informative way.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@raulfernandesneto3861 5 лет назад

I already wrote on your channel and you can let me share.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Sweeet :)

@HeshamALAhdal 5 лет назад

i have nothing to do with soldering but the way to describe each step is really remarkable and impressive! thank you

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@MrWalid453 5 лет назад

Easy,detailed explanation and professional thank you very much

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Once again, thank you so much Walid, I really appreciate your positive comments :)

@maxjnb4816 3 года назад

WOW, WOW, WOW. What a gift you have for teaching and explaining with precise clarity.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

Thank you so so much!!

@nelsonechevarria7009 4 года назад

I bought one of those pencil reamers and I don't really like it,what I have done up until now is to fold a piece of the brown scotch bright and use it to remove the bur left on the inside of the copper pipe.I plan to buy a dedicated reaming too that reams both the inside and outside of the copper pipe.Your idea of keeping a full bucket of water at hand is invaluable advice because often times people will not take into account that once the main valve is shut off there will be no water available to extinguish a fire should one arise in the course of soldering copper pipe.Fantastic video.

@rickb2267 3 года назад

At least make sure you have to pee before heating, and after turning the water off. ;-)

@tunafish3216 5 лет назад

I have done a lot of copper for repairs and I still learning thanks.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@geoffankrett7012 5 лет назад

If you have had to do repairs on copper it was no tradesman that fitted it in the first place

@tunafish3216 5 лет назад

Have you ever heard of adding things in like water softener ?

@sntslilhlpr6601 5 лет назад

@@tunafish3216 Or how about repairing a water softener? Damn plastic bypass valve blew and there's no way to replace it without resoldering. What a joke.

@Ff-yj6yv 5 лет назад

So good advices. Thank you so much... Greetings from Turkey.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure :)

@pantex5291 4 года назад

Using a piece of bread to stop the flow of water to the soldering site is something I never would have thought. Water flowing to the soldering site has always presented a problem to me. The bread dissolves after performing its function. Excellent idea, well done!

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@BInf-cj7du 3 года назад

In extreme confined spaces, I use pieces of tin panning for heating. Easy to cut and fit to any size pipe, and is an excellent heat shield. Plus you can reuse it all day.

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

That's a great idea!

@Viper6-MotoVlogger 5 лет назад

Great video as usual. It’s amazing how many people forget the safety aspects such as water, extinguisher and safety glasses. Well done mon ami!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

I know, it's crazy....I thought i'd mention it because in the previous soldering video I made, I didn't :(

@Viper6-MotoVlogger 5 лет назад

SupaTrending Daily that is not good!

@kennethsrensen7706 4 года назад

So great to see good techniques and even finding a little new thing too. Yup we learn whole life and Im gonna remember the little detail to put on the nut before cutting the all-thread rod great little detail. Thumbs up for your videos , can learn a little trick or detail here and there.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thanks for the comment Kenneth, really appreciate it!

@randywl8925 Год назад

The small details and pointers in your videos along with the quality of the videos and especially the close-ups are as good as It gets. 👍

@Got2Learn Год назад

😇😇😇

@grumpyuncle. Месяц назад

This is the best plumbing channel on RU-vid. Thank you!!

@Got2Learn Месяц назад

Very nice of you 😇

@TheBTEAMwins 5 лет назад

That was actually a really good video!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@kratos9174 5 лет назад

By far the best video on the tube Super well explained calm and clear, thank you so much I got a new subscriber

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@dougmalama7067 4 года назад

I really like the way you explained everything. I learned to clean off excess before soldering and heat the pipe 1st Than the connection.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Glad I could help you!!!

@dougmoore224 3 года назад

Good job ! You deserve a lot of credit for this informative plumbing video !

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

Thank you so much, all I ask for is a share and a like 😁

@StephenBoesch Месяц назад

Just a fantastic video. I have already watched many and made my fair share of mistakes. This is really really helpful for someone who has already done a fair bit of homework.

@Got2Learn Месяц назад

Thank you so much 😀

@joeray088 5 лет назад

This vídeo is excellent, my skills have improven since I watched it!

@jadesystem 4 года назад

Wonderful, beautiful, and informative video. Its also a life saver. Great narration with safety tips and precautions for the DIYer. I like the cut-away views for demonstration purposes which is highly informative. Thanks Got2learn for this amazing instructional video - you're the best !!

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thank you so much, really appreciate your positive vibes @jadesystem !!!!

@conqwiztadore2213 5 лет назад

Omgad still channel is so helpful. Starting school/ career in pipefitting this monday

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Awesome, have fun buddy :)

@xuzinxuzin1269 Год назад

I learned so much things about soldering a copper .... Thanks bro u really are a good man.. Your brother from Algeria

@tdiv1 4 года назад

Thank you for all your videos it’s greatly appreciated, I’m going to plumbing school I came in with more Knowledge than most with going through every single one of your videos. I’ll be letting my teacher know about your channel he should be assigning viewing all your videos for homework LOL I bet it would help much of the class

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

That's very nice of you, and thank you so much for your kind comment, if there's anything I can help with, I am here :)

@SC_XOLOs 5 лет назад

Cool video. I’m not a plumber or have any intentions on soldering anything. But I did learn a lot 👍🏼

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@rickb2267 3 года назад

@Rex_3787 too funny!

@coleve8596 5 лет назад

Interesting to see your method. Here in the UK we gave up on the end feed capillary fittings about 10 years ago as unscrupulous plumbers were feeding in the cheaper lead content solder. Now all our fittings have an integral ring of solder in them. No cleaning required as our fluxes clean the pipe as it is heated. It’s just cut, fit, flux and heat. But even our method is getting dated as we are all using poly pipe now, can’t remember as a plumber the last time I soldered a fitting. Even when doing a repair on copper we just use push fit tectite fittings. That’s progress for you.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Yeah I think those are yorkshire fittings right?

@coleve8596 5 лет назад

Got2Learn yes only down side is the additional cost for the fitting, but the appearance on the finished product is better as you have a regular ring of solder and very little drips

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Yeah I tried them and I really like them.

@jeffdeluca1153 Год назад

Hey there.. I used the "cut the wire brush use 🎉in your drill ) trick today. Big difference. Thanks.

@Got2Learn Год назад

;)

@arturoarreola986 4 года назад

Thanks your instruction saved me money easy to follow

@ZENO357 5 лет назад

Clear and right to the point. Bravo!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thank you so much William, love your comment!

@fadidan84 5 лет назад

Lovely video. entertaining while informative. No wonder your channel is growing fast.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks a lot fadi, really appreciate that!

@IYamElGuapo 5 лет назад

Exceptionally clear video. One of the best quality and informative DIY videos I've ever seen. Good job.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@timdempsey9468 5 лет назад

I'm surprised you didn't show the "cool gel" or "liquid flame shield" type products, I found them exceptional. Great vid guys, continue CA Les gars!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

I'll be showing that in another video and also how to make your own putty ;)

@renatapackovskaja3783 3 года назад

Im always apply flux straight after soldering while it is still hot and then wipe it with wet clough. Never ever leaks and joints looks really clean.

@rudedogii 3 года назад

Shoudnt have to do that on a good solder joint.

@vsetaia2164 4 года назад

I stumbled across your video and let me tell you I have the urge to go buy some copper pipes, supplies and solder just for the sake of it :) Great video!

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

That's so cool, go for it buddy!!

@boatdetective 3 года назад

REALLY well done. Pace, timing, thoroughness, illustration all top notch. The only real problem is that you have only encouraged me to tear into my home plumbing!!

@Got2Learn 3 года назад

😉😉😉

@adventure461 2 года назад

Absolutely very valuable , necessary , and professional information . Thanks

@Got2Learn 2 года назад

So nice of you Sam!!!

@liquidbread8966 4 года назад

Thanks for the tutorial! Needed this.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

My pleasure Coin!!

@beurky 5 лет назад

Awesome Vid! I liked this one particularly because you showed soldering a bunch of different joints in different positions in a row, helps me learn better. I am amazed at how little solder you use! After watching my plumber (who makes much bigger globs of solder) then I started doing it and would just solder the fuck out of it to be sure. Thank you for pointing out that the extra just goes in the pipe and restricts flow.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@tylerdewein856 11 месяцев назад

Your videos are fantastic. Thank you!

@RAMON20IES 5 лет назад

Love your video’s!! You make it look super easy. Keep up the good work👍

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks so much Brian, I really appreciate that ;)

@BrianLopez-gz8ux 2 года назад

@@Got2Learn you’re welcome man Im glad you noticed

@OldsXCool 5 лет назад

This whole process isn't too different than electrical or electronics soldering. Excellent tutorial for a non plumber like myself. I'm probably still going to use Sharkbites to install my new water heater just because it's quicker and I don't have to go out and buy a torch, flux, or solder. However I did thoroughly enjoy this video.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks a lot OldsXCool ;)

@alfonsoperez8535 3 года назад

Dont get that shit.... i installed thoae 5 years ago and i get leaks everywhere!!! The seal fks up and it has been a nightmare ... i just wait fir the next leaks to happen . Im always crossing my fingers during vacation

@michaelguerro136 3 года назад

Sharkbites are good in an emergency or if the supplier is closed just to get the customers water on till the morning but never a long term product i would recommend

@oilburner9989 3 года назад

@@alfonsoperez8535 Maybe you didn't install them tight enough. I've had about 20 in my house for 10 yrs and not one leak. The thing that sucks about them is the price.

@gordonshumway5653 3 года назад

@@oilburner9989 Same

@chrissimon8403 5 лет назад

Good job explaining everything!

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thanks Chris, I really appreciate your comment, have a great day ;)

@uscfan123 4 года назад

Fantastic video, the cutaways are great visuals. Keep up the great work!

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Thank you so much again :)))))

@tsetendorjee9040 Год назад

This is an excellent RU-vid and thanks again!

@seanmulholland7597 5 лет назад

Flux is used to create capillary action which pulls the solder into the joints to make it water tight.

@pauljmeyer1 5 лет назад

Best tips on soldering I've seen.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@mikemike7397 4 года назад

Thank you. Very detailed, and the videography was perfect. I feel very confident now.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Mission accomplished for me Mike, thanks for leaving a comment and share the vid if you can ;)

@Usernameication Год назад

Fantastic video! Thank you.

@WhirlybirdFlyer 5 лет назад

I do use a wet rag to accelerate cooling when I am soldering something with seals in it like an angle stop or a ball valve. I try not to go overboard with it and I never start until I am sure the solder is cooled enough to solidify. So far, I have not had any issues but thermal cracking is something to watch out for. Down here in Florida they liked to use news paper as insulation in houses from the 50's to the 70's, it can make soldering a nightmare o.O

@WhirlybirdFlyer 5 лет назад

@JORDAN Lewis when I am in the field the water is turnrd off while you are soldering so the only source of water is what you get beforehand or from the toilet tanks. A lot of times there is no hot water on site. But if it is an option, your idea would probably be the best.

@diytwoincollege7079 5 лет назад

I thought PVC was the way to go in Florida? My friends in Ft Meyers have a nasty water system that will eat pipes.

@WhirlybirdFlyer 5 лет назад

@DIY TWOinCollege A well maintained copper system can last a hell of a long time and used to be the go to. Now days they are running all plastic, both CPVC and pex for indoor piping. PVC is only used on outdoor water supply lines due to its terrible heat tolerance.

@Tbrooks4104 4 года назад

I was always told never to accelerate cooling with a rag, especially valves with seals. The way it was explained to me is that the rubber seals expand while being heated, and if they don't cool down and go back to their regular size/shape slowly that it can deform the rubber.

@WhirlybirdFlyer 4 года назад

@@treyhart6861 it really is. At our company the go to is PEX-A aka uponore or crosslink pex. Copper is still popular in commercial applications but we are using press fitting instead of solder for anything under 2 inch.

@RNSherrod 4 года назад

I had a pipe in a wall very close to wood and used a heat gun instead of a torch ...it worked very well

@MAC-mp2hu 3 года назад

Great if you’ve got all the time in the world! As a plumber I have a solder mat, spray bottle of water just in case. I do also have a fire extinguisher to hand.

@garybrown7044 3 года назад

good video. i've used old license plates too stop torch flames from igniting combustible framing members. someone needs to tell the electrician to staple his wires to the studs. in the last few years, i've seen copper plumbing almost completely disappear from residential construction.

@earlklotz1334 5 лет назад

I tried it and it worked! thank you for the very clear and thorough video.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

Thx @earl klotz, really appreciate your comment and i'm glad it worked out for you, if you can share it that would be very nice of you ;)

@ericsherar1085 5 лет назад

Thank you. Your are a great teacher

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@rizwanrafeek3811 5 лет назад

Gee, an excellent video, thanks a million for sharing it online.

@Got2Learn 5 лет назад

My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)

@ericlarsen1861 10 месяцев назад

GREAT video. Thank you!!!

@barryweaver8833 4 года назад

I like how you showed doing the soldering in real time. I think I can be my own plumber now.

@Got2Learn 4 года назад

Glad you liked it, practice a bit and you'll be just fine!

@Master-ls2op 4 года назад

no dont... find out what the codes and dont do what he says.... he has no idea what he is talking about...

@barryweaver8833 4 года назад

@@Master-ls2op It was a success! I did my first soldering job and it looks like a master plumber did it, still no leaks and I replaced the Moen valve kit myself saving money. Thanks for all of your encouragement and spreading positive energy, you must have lot's of friends who look up to you.

@nelsonechevarria7009 4 года назад

@@Master-ls2op You are right about the codes but you are wrong in that the man doesn't know what he's talking about.If the man doesn't know what he's talking about that means that millions of us,even those of us with years of experience,have been doing plumbing/plumbing repairs the wrong way?I think NOT!!!Why do people like you insist on coming on here heckling the man and telling outright lies?Don't you have anything better to do?Your claim that the man doesn't know what he's takling about only serves to hurt and ridicule yourself because you claim that the man doesn't know what he's talking about while submitting no proof of that what so ever.Get a clue or better yet get a life dude.

@nelsonechevarria7009 4 года назад

@@barryweaver8833 Leave him alone Barry,he's propbably the kind of "extra special" person that did work in my house before I bought it,work which was total unabridged crap that I have had to spend hundreds of dollars so far to rectify and repair.