Plumbing Tips: 2 Saddle Valve Alternatives For Ice Maker Lines

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In this Plumbing Tips video, we give you 2 Saddle Valve Alternatives so that you don't have to install any saddle valves when you install ice makers. We also show you a detailed analysis of how saddles fail, with advanced life testing, showing you how dissimilar metals cause electrolysis and corrosion on the pipe, leading to a saddle valve failure. Installing saddle valves is one of the top 5 plumbing mistakes I see people do. Even arrogant plumbers comment on our videos they've been using them for years without a problem. But no one will call back the same plumber who caused their damage in the first place to replace the proper saddle valve shut off.
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🛒 Channellock 12-Inch Pliers: amzn.to/2MdcnGR
📺 Our other Saddle Valve and banned plumbing parts videos mentioned in this video:
📺 WATCH: 4 Plumbing Parts/Tools You Should NEVER Use. NO Plumbing Fails • 4 Plumbing Parts/Tools...
📺 WATCH: Why You Should Never Use A Saddle Valve on Your Plumbing • Why You Should Never U...
📺 WATCH: P-Trap Installation Drain Doesn’t Line Up Bathroom Sink Pipe: • P-Trap Installation Dr...
📺 WATCH: Why is my Kitchen Sink P-Trap Leaking at Connection Nut? • Why is my Kitchen Sink...
📺 WATCH: How To Repair/Replace Leaking P-Trap Pipe Under Bathroom Sink: • How To Repair/Replace ...
📺 WATCH: How to Replace A Kitchen Sink Drain Strainer, Repair Leak: • How to Replace A Kitch...
📺 WATCH: How to Install P Trap Under Bathroom Sink, Drain Pipe Off Center: • P-Trap Installation Dr...
These plumbing DIY tips help you avoid expensive plumbing fails due to using these banned saddle valves parts which violate plumbing codes and building codes. Be sure to view and enjoy our other plumbing DIY videos. With your DIY plumbing, please stop using these banned saddle valves, adhere to our plumbing tips, obey plumbing codes, and ditch that plumbing saddle fitting once and for all. Then you won't have any leaks at the saddle valve shut off.
Avoid plumbing fails with our DIY plumbing tips
To avoid building code violations, don't use any prohibited plumbing parts. Other banned plumbing fittings PVC parts include flexible PVC pipe, Flexible P Traps, and Snappy Traps. Use our plumbing tips and tricks to avoid plumbing fails. You should also avoid form and fit flexible P-Traps with the according, tubing avoid flexible p trap installations, and any type of flexible pipe, or form and fit extension tubes on your next p trap install. Also, be sure to avoid saddle valves. Many DIY plumbing folks and uninformed handyman people like to use the saddle valve because it is cheap and avoids spending money on a plumber.
The only problem is you'll have plumbing fails later because of these banned plumbing pipes and saddle valve fixtures, that you'll then be stuck paying thousands in flood and mold damages, plus the cost of paying plumbers that you originally tried to avoid because of your DIY plumbing failure. Believe me, you don't want to ignore our plumbing DIY tips, because you don't want your plumbing mistakes to be revealed on some plumbing fails video on RU-vid after you violate the uniform plumbing codes.
Plumbing saddle valve
Your homeowner’s insurance company will make you remove saddle valves because they violate plumbing codes. Also, the Saddle valve fitting, like the S Trap, is banned in probably all 50 states. You don't want these plumbing fail saddle clamps, and building code violations in your home, and setting yourself up for more plumbing fails. Please adhere to our plumbing DIY tips. Remember, plumbing codes are there to protect us DIY plumbers from ourselves, so stick with our plumbing tips and tricks. Now you know when you install ice maker hoses, you no longer need to do a saddle valve installation, you don't need a plumbing saddle valve, just and ice maker line adapter tee fitting for your water shut off valve.
Should you be forced to remove a saddle valve, don't forget to cut off your main water, as that is your saddle valve shut off.

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@miked877 2 года назад

The real beauty here is that both of your alternatives are not that much harder to install than the saddle valve. Plus if you want to undo this, although I cannot think of why, you do not have to repair the pipe. This is a WIN WIN WIN method, thank you.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

@Juliostravellife 3 года назад

I’m not going to look through the comments and I don’t care what anyone says. I literally watched this video this morning, bought the parts, and fixed this myself. Proven to work and that’s all that matters to me. Thank you.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Well said glad you were able to get it done Julio!

@bossmoves7361 3 года назад

Did you have to remove the saddle valve first

@ronnetteharvey2002 3 года назад

@@bossmoves7361 Why would there be a saddle valve? If a person is installing new or repairing. Humm I guess I understand why you haven't had an answer in three months. Not trying to be mean jes saying.

@garymuenzeler5573 16 дней назад

The pin valve is the lazy and risky way to do it. Shamful

@garymuenzeler5573 16 дней назад

Did yiu have a pin valve? What did you do about that?

@pocketchomper 3 года назад

As a chemistry teacher who is attempting installing a water line to the fridge, I appreciate the real-life chemistry you've included in your explanation of why not to use a saddle valve! Great visual as well.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad to help!

@MartinJohnsonV 2 года назад

One question I have about that is the 2 alternatives are made out of brass also... aren't they?

@classoniastelly8580 3 года назад

THANK YOU!!! I have had the illegal contraption in my junk drawer for years. I have been scared to install it because I did not feel it was safe. I am so happy I came across this video before our new frig install. Great video.

@glengilzean4987 3 года назад

Without you I would be putting a hole in my copper pipe. You saved me time, headache and money 👍🏾. Thanks a billion

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad I could help

@philipsoppe1948 3 года назад

I put a saddle valve on my pipe 40 years it still working okay

@eliyahusamuelson478 3 года назад

@@philipsoppe1948 aaaub

@andrewtannis7523 Год назад

Thank God for you and for your video, I'm not in the business of remodeling but I was trying to hookup a water supply line for the fridge but didn't like the idea of using a saddle valve. I was beginning to think that I was crazy for not trusting the saddle valve, until I saw your video gave me some great reason not to use them.

@jeffostroff Год назад

Awesome Andrew glad to help

@frogworth1622 3 года назад

Thanks so much for this post. I was thinking of how I was going to sweat in a new shutoff, etc and hated the idea of those lousy saddle valves to run my new fridge water line. The adapter is such a simple solution. The dual valve even better. Didn't know either were available! Your point of how temporary solutions become permanent is pure gold and so true 😉

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@MrJimmy-ox7fq Год назад

Without a doubt, this is a very professionally done video. Clear, concise, accurate information is what I was looking for, and this, sir, certainly fit the bill. I was hesitant to remove and old SV (on the copper pipe under the kitchen sink, but currently not in use) but now I want to remove that old ticking time bomb asap. I know about shark bite, and I've used them with success, but the "Rolls-Royce" dual cut-off valve looks like the way to go to me, for my particular job (very limited space). Thank you so much for your time and talent. Stay safe!

@koosh30 2 года назад

You saved me alot of trouble with this tip. My house was built in 1970. The previous owner did no renovations. I had the copper line for ice maker that snapped. I installed this and used a braided line to run from under the kitchen sink to the fridge. Now I have ice and water from my fridge. 😁

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

awesome, thanks for sharing

@koosh30 2 года назад

@@jeffostroff I still have the saddle valve but it's shut. How do I remove it if I choose to without any issues? Any videos?

@Jaxrawr 3 года назад

Thanks so much Jeff, I was just about to attempt the saddle being a new homeowner and this covers all the issues I thought about! Confirmed my doubts

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad to help!

@pongpongpiano504 Год назад

For a plumbing channel, this is amazing camera work

@russelltvrdik3266 4 года назад

Thank you for this video. I was researching the use of this valve before and now will spring for the adapter. Thanks much.

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Glad I could help good thing we caught you in time Russel!

@garystilson7761 3 года назад

Awesome Jeff, thank you for providing the link to this video. I will now hook up my ice-maker the right way.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

You bet!

@frostdotn3t 3 года назад

Plumber here. Good and informative, appreciate your accurate advice laid out well for everyone to understand. Trust him 👍🏼

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Thanks 👍 Jose!

@djrajiisab 4 месяца назад

Awesome advice. Bought the preferred solution for my cofee maker. Thank you man! Pro quality advice.

@jeffostroff 4 месяца назад

Glad it helped!

@davidpurdy2689 2 года назад

Very helpful. Thank you. In the end, this (adapter method) turned out to be the most sensible way to connect our new fridge to a water source. Glad to have avoided the saddle valve; in our previous house there we 5 'orphaned' saddle valves beneath the kitchen from previous owners.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Wow, 5 saddle valves showed someone clearly had no clue. Surprised it did not leak.

@ocmacman17 5 месяцев назад

Dude, great video. I loved it!!! I am getting a new refridge and my house is old. I know I want an icemaker and this dual valve just saved me hundreds, yes hundreds. The ice-maker kit was over 100.00 and I can install this valve. Hopefully I have a cooper pipe sticking under the sink but not sure. House is over 50 years old.

@christopherpatterson715 4 года назад

So glad your video popped up, the store tried to sale me that. Thanks for this information!

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Glad I could help Christopher!

@blissful15 2 года назад

Excellent Video,well explained and i highly recommend these instructions. Saved me a $90.00 charge. i got my valve alternative fix by watching and following this video.Thank you.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Awesome, glad to help!

@DeelitefulJestr 2 года назад

Video quality is Next gen. Love that you film at 4k 60fps. Great colour grading too.

@CP-jf6xz 3 года назад

Very educational and easy to understand! Great video and thanks for all the links.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad to help cp!

@tomelmore3993 3 года назад

You are eloquent. Your #2 solution is elegant. Thanks for your former video on 4 fixtures never to use & this high utility video on the legal options for 1st time connections of ice maker line to a cold water line.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@WRod1464 2 года назад

Thanks great advise. Just finished the hookup with the first piece u mentioned. 2 minutes, just make sure your hoses are nicely tighten 👌.

@dawinner777 3 года назад

I was going to use one on pex and never were told they were bad. Thanks for the great video

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

I'm sure these would be bad on Pex too.

@purdue_pete 3 года назад

This video deserves WAY more likes!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Thanks Pete!

@ScottTrosien 3 года назад

Would love to see an alternative technique which replicates the typical scenario where a saddle valve is used such as on an existing pipe running in the basement without the convenience of the end of a pipe as demonstrated in these two alternatives. I would like to replace the saddle valves the previous owner used for bother the furnace humidifier and the water dispenser but those are taps off of the cold water pipe on on both sides of the water heater pipe. nether of these "end" fittings work for this common scenario.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Yes, I am chomping at the bit for this also, I might have to make up a mock scenario on this!

@gameratortylerstein5636 2 года назад

Can’t you make a T in the pipe and put an end fitting on the end of the T?

@mariocorona1166 Год назад

PPP pop pop up on my own but it 😊😊

@jewdd1989 Год назад

Check out here on YT Big Guy DIY “how to add an ice line”. He shows how to use a tee fitting that’s (if your pipe is actually 1/2” and check for if it’s (OD) outer diameter or (ID) inner diameter to be sure you find the right fitting but he used a shark bite tee fitting 1/2”x1/2”x1/4”. Be sure to have the right copper pipe cutter meant for a range of pipe sizes (found at Home Depot or any hardware store) and you’ll measure on the shark it’s connector how much to cut off your copper pipe. It’s much easier if you head to his channel and watch the detailed step by steps that he does for himself. You’ll have to remove the saddle or cut that part off but it’s much easier than soldering and I’m sure less headache. I did see that you need to check what kind of copper pipe it is: (ASTM B88) for this shark bite fitting

@garybrady7245 11 месяцев назад

They sell a Tee Shark Bite valve that has a 1/4" male to screw your icemaker line to. It's a little pricey ($27) but worth it when in a pinch

@clairedevore4182 2 года назад

great video. quality is excellent as well as the instructions

@johngrossi8167 3 года назад

Just moved to Florida, new fridge coming in two days. Up north, everyone seemed to have a saddle valve, and one by one they ended up with problems. Your solutions are so easy, and not being a plumber, had no idea they existed. Thank you, I subscribed and will check out your other videos.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad to help John and thanks for subscribing

@vincemorath676 2 года назад

Great video Jeff. Thanks for sharing.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

glad to help Vince!

@mattphillips1810 4 года назад

Excellent information. Thanks!

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Glad to help out Matt, thanks for watching our video!

@mythology0007 Год назад

Man I'm glad I saw this video I just bought myself the saddle version and was just about to install it and then I saw this video!!

@joshuaknights30 3 года назад

I appreciate you making this video! I bought a new fridge and dishwasher, and going to hook everything up there was a saddle valve installed. I went out and bought the duel valve 1/4 and 3/8 will be perfect because my dishwasher and fridge are on the same side of kitchen on their own water line! So perfect love it! Thanks

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Awesome Joshua, you did it right! This is the Way!

@buckyswider1 3 года назад

Wait you're not thinking of using the 3/8 for the dishwasher and the 1/4 for the icemaker off the same line are you? Icemaker should be off of the cold water line, while the dishwasher should be off of the hot.

@joshuaknights30 3 года назад

@@buckyswider1 I did quite a bit of research about which water line to use for the ice maker. And it really comes down to personal choice. Also my ice water line has been on the hot before I bought the 🏠!

@buckyswider1 3 года назад

@@joshuaknights30 Interesting! A quick google reveals quite a controversy on this subject, with some asserting that the hot water is 'cleaner', others saying it's 'dirtier', and some saying it makes zero difference. And I guess my assumption was that lots of fridges these days have water dispensers. Def don't want hot water running to that!!! But I guess as far as temp goes, it makes no difference for ice only- by the time you consume that 'water', it will be plenty cold!!

@DeWitteWilson Год назад

Thank you for posting these. I have two saddle valves that have been in for over 10 years and I don't have any real problems, but I don't love them or anything. I've always wanted some alternative and I would have never, ever guessed that option #1 was available. Makes me wonder why they don't just include those with the kits instead of the saddle valves. Sure would have been a lot cleaner, and you can turn off the cold or hot (for the dishwasher) water with the regular turn off for the sink.

@biker55555 3 года назад

Building inspector here, Jeff is 100% correct about saddle valves and their use.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Good to have confirmation

@JotszMills Год назад

Excellent informative video

@rishidhar6499 Год назад

Got rid of my saddle valve and went with option 2 (dual stop) - easy peasy to install after cutting the copper pipe in the kitchen sink..

@jeffostroff Год назад

That's how you do it

@hughbunyea4703 3 года назад

I 1000% agree with this guy, leaving now to go to the hardware store to get this valve so I can change the junk T valve I just installed. Thanks

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Right on Hugh!

@Robnord1 3 года назад

Excellent video. I do RV plumbing which is mostly PEX. These saddle valves are garbage on them too. It ovals the tubing, then as they age, the rubber saddle seal hardens. When I come in to do a little plumbing, brush up against or disturb it in some way, it often begins leaking!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Thanks for that info on the PEX because I haven't used PEX yet and so I always figured well maybe it would not be as harmful on PEX as it would be on Copper where it would corrode on the metal pipes. Now I see what you were saying how the oval distortion could cause problems and I never even thought about the drying rubber.

@david029014 11 месяцев назад

best video on you tube! thank you for the links!

@XDM_Studios 2 года назад

man, these valve methods are WAAAY better! i like the second one for dual valves

@rishidhar6499 Год назад

Wow amazingly presented information (especially the sizes since homeowners rarely know everything)!

@jeffostroff Год назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

@mattg726 4 года назад

Great vid. Spot on advice.

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Thanks Matt, glad you liked it!

@jamesjohnson4698 3 года назад

Great video!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Thanks James, glad you liked it

@TheEvie202 4 года назад

Great vídeo as usual! The ice maker hook ups are problems. I was using the plastic tubing ten years no problem . New fridge 8 months in got a pinhole behind the wall👎🏼! Stainless steel hose and a brass cutoff for me😃 Greetings from NYC👍🏼🗽

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Yes, I only use those stainless hoses now, nothing else will do.

@michaelcampbell7904 2 года назад

The very first video I saw on running a ice line was for the saddle valve then I came across your video I’m so glad I didn’t stop at the saddle valve video these seem much easier and I don’t have to climb under my house thank you

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Glad I could help!

@loveeara 2 года назад

THANK YOU! I am a notorious DIYer, my husband and I are very handy and I cannot justify a plumber for something like this (and to be honest most plumbers won’t come out for something this basic). I knew saddle valve was not great but the second you said “so think about chemistry” I was like YIKES okay what’s the alternative! Returning my saddle valve and going to get the adapter you first showed. I can handle that! Easier than saddle valve!

@loveeara 2 года назад

Just finished… took me 30 minutes including having to route the line through the cabinets in a nice hidden way and checking for leaks. Thank you so so much!!

@stancal9680 Год назад

Thanks for clarifying 😊👍

@mikerequadt9661 4 года назад

Excellent presentation and once again 100% correct. That second valve is the cat's meow, their coming up with some pretty cool stuff these days. You could almost give a demo on the 5 in one wrenches, I might have to get on the tools again just so I use one. Cheers. Illinois Plumbing Code: No pipe or fitting of the water supply system shall be drilled or tapped nor 2391 shall any band or saddle be used International Plumbing code: 605.9 Prohibited joints and connections. The following types of joints and connections shall be prohibited:4. Saddle-type fittings U.P.C.: pretty much the same, oh there is one thing most codes have a provision that if you do anything to contravene the code it turns into a punishable offense, and no legitimately licenced plumber would risk his license to put in on of those self piercing valves, those are usually good for the scrap bucket.

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Yes we plan on doing a video for the Ridgid One Stop Wrench

@Try2Bcre8v 4 месяца назад

I bought a kit from Home Depot that came with a saddle valve, and upon reading instructions I said “hell the F no”. Amazing that HD would sell something that seems so obviously terrible. Glad to see in this video my instincts were right.

@octavioespinoza9865 3 года назад

Excellent information tanks

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Octavio!

@kerrwinduverge5552 Год назад

I do HVAC and those are similar yo piercing valves which are temporary. Any plumber should never argue wuth what you said as the first thungs I learned when dealing with water cooled equipment is being very careful with dissimilar metals on piping amd if you have to using dielectric fittings to prevent as much corrosion as possible. Saddle valves are temp valves or where a leak wont matter. Great video!

@ChopLiverWorst Год назад

Love this video and your wisdom, glad I watched this before setting mine up. I’ll go with the rolls Royce!!

@jeffostroff Год назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

@mvtroiano 2 года назад

Logical explanation! I hope I can find the three way valve.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Easy to find, plus I have links below in video description

@raybato3782 3 года назад

Couldnt agree more! 👍 thanks Pop!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

No problem 👍

@blessingejeriefe4515 3 года назад

You're a good man sir thank you for this video

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

So nice of you, and thanks for watching!

@mrjj-nm1ej 2 года назад

Good job. Great video..

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Glad you liked it!

@GerardoZuniga 2 года назад

Thank you that’s what I was looking for ✅

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!

@tnm140 3 года назад

I didnt want to wait for my plumber very whose busy. I considered doing this. Ill just wait. Thanks !

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Nothing wrong with that!

@tracythompson1692 4 года назад

Very Good Info!!

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Thanks, glad you liked it Tracy!

@Glowrc 10 месяцев назад

Was about to use one of these today the i thought of how trashy this contraption is and threw it in the trash....im glad i did and thank you for the video

@caleblauber1441 2 года назад

Thank- you, Thank YOU, THANK YOU!!!! I’m installing a water line to the refrigerator today & just didn’t feel good about the “IV line” procedure puncturing a copper tube (I’m a doctor). The potential complications are tremendous. Kinda like placing an intraosseous line in the tibia. You want to do it right the first time but are wrought with problems if not done correctly.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Glad we got you in time Caleb

@voiceofreason4399 3 года назад

Great video. I’m dealing with a corroded saddle valve right now put on right above an Hvac duct. Impossible to get to without major effort. These are definitely not the way to add a water line. Thanks for showing the alternative solutions

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

You bet, glad to help

@handymanhogan6882 3 года назад

Glad I kept my comments to myself about the saddle valve

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

We always want to hear people's comments on saddle valves

@MAD62XEDX 4 года назад

WOW YOU ARE GOOD-----------THANKS MR. JEFFOSTROFF

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Thanks, glad you liked it!

@aaaa1953 2 года назад

Just found a severely corroded saddle valve on my hot water heater pipe. Rubber was compressed and hard and cracked. Had to hacksaw the bolts, never again. Good info, Thanks!

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Sorry to hear that

@lowhertzhighspl 2 года назад

Imo the haters are mostly plumbers being pissed about regular people being able to watch how to videos like this, lowering their demand for simple jobs. Not just plumbers. At first I also would be annoyed if I were a plumber but instead of wasting time complaining I'd ridirect that time and energy to start thinking of new creative ways to create more demand for my services. Like creative cross marketing. But that's just me and my opinion. Nothing wrong with people having opinions. Great video!

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

There are still plenty of repairs that plumbers can do which homeowners cannot do they will always have plenty of business believe me and a leak in the middle of the light at the end of the day or on a holiday weekend, and most people are panicked and don't have the time to learn or figure out what tools they need to go by they know it's going to be cheaper to just get the plumber

@kanaletumlinson 3 года назад

My question was if it’s against building code why do big stores sell the kit? You answered my question!! We bought a new refrigerator that has ice maker so I bought the install kit from Lowe’s prior to installing I came across you video and I am glad I did!!! Thank you so much, the fitting I decided to go with was much easier to install plus it is legal...great video, keep them coming!! New subscriber here!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Stores don't know, don't care, it comes from the manufacturer that way and that's how they sell it.

@suveneteasley957 3 года назад

Great tip!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@jasontheworldisyours 4 года назад

Great tips

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Thanks Jason, glad you liked it

@reccocon3442 4 года назад

Smart..Thanks Jeff!

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Glad to help out!

@jimwagnerclips Год назад

Thank you! I am a handyman and never liked the idea of a saddle valve whether it's code or not. It just didn't make sense to me to make a permanent hole in a pipe. Using the valve adaptor is a way better solution!

@kaulliemiller 3 года назад

Well i bought tge saddle valve kit at menards. Saw some videos with people not likeing but 🤷‍♂️ eh i wasn't convinced. But after Your actually visual example though.... im out of 10$ i guess. Back to the hardware store, you sold me on the second hook up lol. Thank you for the video

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Awesome, glad to help

@anthonycampo185 3 года назад

Awesome. Thank you!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

You're welcome!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

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@konamanstudio2447 4 года назад

I wish left foot 1 in my house cuz we removed fire refrigerator but have an ice maker with one with did how do you take care of thin line Richards Building I probably didn't know know and just put the cap what you get from the refrigerator on to it it didn't leak so I guess it's working keep up the great work and most important cheers with a beer

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

Cheers!

@edgardavid5417 Год назад

I think there is a very simple Solution for installing saddle valve, in this video I notice at the top of the saddle valve with rubber looks ok, solution is just put a same rubber at the buttom of the saddle valve to the pipe 😁

@tylerstephens8542 2 года назад

I'm glad I watched this. I was just about to install one. Seems like an easy fix though.. add another piece of rubber on the underside, plus galvanized or brass screws, no?

@user-qb6wf9ke6s Месяц назад

So Jeff, I'm convinced! Now, how do I remove my in-line saddle valve and repair the copper pipe that now has a hole in it?

@edgargarcia1018 3 года назад

Ty so much for this video!!!!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@jewdd1989 Год назад

I wish you would demonstrate actually switching out a saddle valve that is in the center of one long copper pipe rather than an easy end fitting scenario, I appreciate this video and your efforts very much I just know mine and many others are saddled in a place that requires removing of the saddle and cutting or soldering on tee fittings

@jeffostroff Год назад

I plan on doing a video for this

@agostinodibella9939 2 года назад

I just recently removed one of these after watching this video. It may have been 30+ years old, but I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to shut it off because it was stuck open. After it was off, I found that the piercing pin did break off so I was glad it’s now gone. I used a 1/2” compression inlet with 1/4” output valve along with a soldered tee fitting.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

That's how you do it bro! I think you dodged a future bullet there.

@taken6177 3 года назад

Love that shirt btw👍

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

I need to order some more, mine are wearing out!

@BBradshaw131 Год назад

Thanks bro. Yeah "This Old House" said the same thing about not being able to use the saddle valves lol

@gaylebyron4494 2 года назад

I have a humidifier that was hook up with one of these to my water heater pipe and it leaked so I’ve shut it down and not used it for years. Just ran into your video thanks for info.

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Very cool!

@jgladstone179 2 года назад

I can appreciate a lot about this video and I agree with you entirely Jeff. It would be helpful, however, to have instructions for lay individuals on how to replace these awful existing saddle valves. The reason(s) that so many of these crappy valves remain in properties is because of the plumbing work which is involved to install a proper valve. Most homeowners are too unsure of themselves (me included) to cut/sweat a 'T' for the installation of a proper valve. Jeff....howsabout a video for that?

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

I plan to do a video on this pretty soon

@PatrickSalisMEDIA 3 года назад

GREAT, THANKS.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@debbiemcbride6221 3 года назад

You are the best!!!!!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Thanks for watching Debbie!

@jasonbabila6006 4 года назад

I love 1/4 turn valves, instant shut off.👀👍🏽

@jeffostroff 4 года назад

You bet brother, when you have water gushing at 60 PSI, those multi turn shut off valves seem to take an eternity to choke off that water.

@jasonbabila6006 4 года назад

That’s one reason why I replaced the old main valve to the house, toilet, sink, and washer valves to 1/4 turn valves.

@thegoldenruleappliancerepa6840 2 года назад

Great video, Do you have a video showing this in a home?

@mrsnapple5827 2 года назад

thanks man!!

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

Happy to help!

@aunderiskerensky2304 Год назад

i was just about to put one in for an inline air humidifier, but it... seemed chintzy to me, had a weird feeling about it. glad to know my intuitions still pretty good. i like that dual saddle valve. it solves all the problems, and honestly.. 40 bucks for a part that has independent control and no weird metal ... something something chemisty two metals rust blah blah im a tile installer and idk. regardless, 40 bucks even for piece of mind. fuckit. im going to get one.

@tsewangtopgyal6938 2 года назад

Thank you you save me n my money

@jeffostroff 2 года назад

glad to help

@crayh5o Год назад

Great thorough video and explanations. What do you suggest to replace a saddle valve that is coming off of my hot water heater to the house humidifier? Maybe you could do a video on it?

@jeffostroff Год назад

I am working on a video for this

@crayh5o Год назад

@@jeffostroff Awesome. Looking forward to it. Thank you.

@skim9722 3 года назад

Thanks for the helpful video! One question, can solution 2 (with the dual shut off valves) work for a inline humidifier that’s connected to the cold water under a sink? I need to be able to get the water down to a low trickle to not flood the humidifier. Thanks!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

It will work if the humidifier has a 1/4 connection line.

@JBGecko13yt 3 года назад

You get a subscribe for this Video! do you have a video ON the best way to repair or remove the saddle valve?

@JBGecko13yt 3 года назад

I have more than one of these valves on pipes.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Have not done a video on this yet

@marcuswhite9427 3 года назад

Your method looks more durable, the saddle valve looks questionable to me. Thanks I'll be going with the connection you recommended!!

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

I just installed another set of these this week at a friend's house remodel

@rego1739 3 года назад

omg they did us so wrong...thanks for this help

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Sorry to have to bring you that bad news!

@comeseeme22 3 года назад

Question.. What to do if there's a need for third connection? I have a filtered water system, ice maker line and a faucet that need to be connected. Would it be feasible to use both the 1st and 2nd options? Great video, and even better information!! Spend a little more for peace of mind in the long run.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Yes, or get a y-adapter

@ronaldm309 3 года назад

Here is where I am. 13 years ago I bought a refrigerator at Lowes. My house is on a crawl space and the refrigerator installer placed a saddle valve just inside the crawlspace door. He did not place the saddle valve on the main supply line but on an adjacent connecting line. Last month I replaced the refrigerator. The existing saddle valve was completely rusted. Yours truly removed it and replaced it with a new saddle valve plus a 20 ft braded supply line just like the one in your video. If I had the patience to do it, it would take a 1/2 hour to fill a glass of water and ice production is pathetic. So, what is my best solution? Ideally, I prefer to remove the saddle valve and solder in a new copper T connection. 1. What should I do about the hole created by the saddle valve? Shouldn't the new T connection be installed on the main supply line? I have no plumbing skills but my daughter says my son-in-law can solder copper pipe.

@jeffostroff 3 года назад

Remove saddle valve, cut the pipe, solder on a T-fitting, then solder a small pipe onto the T-fitting, then install a compression fit 1/4 turn ball valve with a 1/4" output ice maker line is smaller.