How do you connect new pipes to old lines?

You probably will need to install a new stud or two as well as blocking for the upper clamp. Slide a no-hub fitting onto each end of the old pipe, slide back the banded coupling, and fold up the neoprene sleeves. Position the tee assembly. Fold the neoprene sleeves over the assembly and slide the metal bands over the sleeves.

How long does it take to connect new water line to old line?

So it’s usually easier to start pipe runs at the new location and travel toward the existing pipes rather than vice versa. It usually takes less than two hours to connect new to old once pipes are run.

How do you remove old plumbing fittings and pipes?

Removing the Old Shutoff Valve, Pipes & Fittings First, shutoff the water to the house at the water main. Then drain the water from the lowest point. I drain water from the pipes by turning on the water in the laundry tub. You’ll only need to do this for the cold water if the pipe you’re working on supplies the exterior of your home.

Can a copper pipe be grounded with a jumper cable?

One of our fans pointed something out: if your pipes are properly grounded the SharkBite will break that grounding effect. You’ll have to add a copper jumper cable. Attach the jumper cable to the copper pipes on the left and the right of the SharkBite fitting with clamps to ensure the pipe is re-grounded.

Can a PEX line be used to replace a spigot?

If you’re replacing a spigot and your house water lines are PEX, you may want to simply cut the PEX line just above the spigot. Once the line is cut, add a “female” threaded shark-bit fitting and twist on your new spigot. At one point or another, you are going to have to replace an outside hose spigot.

How to replace a water spigot in a house?

Steps for Replacing a Spigot: 1 Shut off the water supply. 2 Go inside and find the line that goes to the spigot. 3 Cut the pipe in an accessible place. 4 Remove the spigot and pull the pipe out. 5 Get a measurement for the new pipe connection. 6 Slide the spigot into place. 7 Solder the connection using a coupling fitting.

How to join two pieces of flexible PVC pipe?

Insert the end of the first piece of pipe into one side of the flexible connector. If the connector is of the appropriate size, the pipe will squeeze in without an excessive amount of force.

What’s the best way to run new pipe?

Prime and glue two 5-inch pieces of pipe to a tee fitting. Temporarily run pipe—longer than it needs to be—so it comes near the old pipe. (When running pipe across a stud wall, you may need to notch-cut some of the holes, using a reciprocating saw.) Dry-fit the tee assembly onto the new pipe and hold it next to the existing pipe.

How are compression joints made to connect pipes?

Solder-ring joints are made with a ring of solder already inside the mouth of the joint, so only heating is needed. Usually made from brass, compression joints give you a watertight seal by squeezing a special metal ring (called an ‘olive’) between the pipe and the body of the fitting.

What is the problem with bending a pipe?

The problem in bending pipe is figuring out where and how much to bend the pipe. While many bending tools come with a set of instructions for figuring out such things as bend allowances and bend deductions, they are often written in a complex manner and assume a knowledge of mathematics that intimidates many users.

How do you find the bend in a pipe?

Find the place where the bend in the pipe starts. You should see or feel a small flat spot or distortion at the place where the bend starts and where it ends. Mark the ends of the bend with a permanent marker. Draw the line completely around the pipe. Lay the pipe against the square again to find the length of the pipe in the bend.