This helped me realize I could just solder the copper pipes to the valves without any special fittings.

@coltk2457

3 ай бұрын

Me too 😂😂😂

This is what youtube was ment to be. Outstanding!!

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

You're a good man for making everything straight and plum.

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

It doesn't really matter in plumbing and you are never going to see it unless you have a leak. My 50 year old house has copper piping bent all over the place from the initial install and it's never leaked.

Nice short and sweet video. Nice clean work man.

I was unsure how deep to mount the valve…answered my question on the first minute!!! Thanks!!!

Thank you for sharing really learned a lot of tips no one taught me when teaching me how to sweat pipe!

Great instructional video. Fast paced, no bullshit.

This is a professional job. Nice and clean

Wow, it's hard to find a perfectionist now a days!

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

haha 😂 thank you, it’s not perfect 👍🏼

excellent work. Top notch instruction on pipe soldering.

This video saved me a ton of time!

@HomeRepairTutor

2 ай бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

Wow thank you so much. Even answered the question I had with the type of copper needed. I have to rip out our shower and tub and there are a lot of areas I have no experience in such as sweating copper and tile work lol.

Very nice well done

Tons of great info here - Thank You . It would be great if Delta provided a technical drawing showing the side view of an installed value with all pipe , stud and wall dimensions . But you've shown here how to measure how deep to install the valve relative to the studs . . Reading comments on line - Shower head height above the shower floor 72 to 78 " - when installing for a bath tub / shower , note there is min / max height between the valve and bath tub spout - for shower only , recommendations for the valve height range between 38 and 48 " from the shower pan floor . .

Professional work , I like the flame protector , plus i have noticed that you need to clean the access flux to prevent green stain after a while and there are a little bit of difference between our materials in South Africa and overseas .

Nice work, very clean and precise👍

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you, far from perfect but hopefully the tips are helpful

Nice step by step and product detail. These kind of videos are so helpful.

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, it’s awesome to know there some helpful tips 👍🏼

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

He leaves out a lot of vital information on soldering pipe. I you try soldering after watching only this video, you are going to have problems.

I've been wanting to learn how to Sauder for awhile. Thanks for the Basics. 👍👍

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you, hopefully there are some good soldering tips in the video - wiping away the flux prior to soldering helps a lot

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

Americans don't sound out the L.

Nice install. Thanks for sharing.

Great video and nice install.

REALLY INTERESTING, THANK YOU.

You are the best plumber I’ve met on KZread so far! Thank you for your tutorial!

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

You haven't seen many plumbers on youtube. In fact, I doubt this guy is actually a plumber.

@dgarnush

Жыл бұрын

@@MAGAMAN how do you know?

Well done ! Thank you.

Great video - it’s just what I was looking for. Thanks for making it!

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

@Eastbaypisces

10 ай бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor how far apart do u need the lines??

@Eastbaypisces

9 ай бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor how do i check for leaks for my soldering for this faucet ? should i just connect the pieces? i wanna check before i install drywall cement board etc

Great video! thank you!

Beautiful work

Good stuff wiping the Flux is key

Awesome job and advice

Great video. Great work.

If you could have filmed how to install the rest of the faucet, it would have been great.

Now I love this! All hard pipe!! Solid pressure and longevity

@flyingburritobro68

Жыл бұрын

I’ve installed copper for 35 plus years. I thought the same. Going way back we hated PVC and thought it was garbage vs cast iron - wrong. I didn’t like Pex either at first but it’s pretty much all that is used in most places now. You have to have an open mind as technology and materials change. Think about it- we used lead in my early years in the trade too😂

@jacobaguilar6756

Жыл бұрын

@@flyingburritobro68 you're now comparing apples and oranges cast iron isn't even a thing and copper doesn't break down like pvc or pex and thin enough pvc allows pressure drop with allowing movement and same for pex movement equals pressure drop and I don't like low pressure

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

@@flyingburritobro68 I would never replace copper with PEX. It's already had it's share of issues and will probably have more in the future.

Great video. Thanks

What a great video thank you sir

Thanks

Do you typically air pressure test, prior to closing up and tiling? OR just turn on the water and check for leaks? How long do you watch for leaks before putting on the backerboard? Also, how to know if the solder will not fail, especially thru colder weather where the water pressures may increase? Trying to think thru how to be confident with the solder joints? I've soldered and looks good, holds water w/out leaking...but if I do in bathroom not sure how confident to be (& any testing that folks do) prior to closing up a wall? Great videos! Very well put together and concise!

nice and clean, love it.

Great Job😉👍🏽💧

Wonderful information.

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you Ted, appreciate your kindness 👍🏼

Great tutorial!

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼

Nice Job Bub 👍 👌

@HomeRepairTutor

2 ай бұрын

🙏🏼🙏🏼

Great video, thank 👍

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thanks 👍🏼

Good job 👍🏼

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you

Great videos! Question: do I need my finished wall flush with the "raised" corners of the black templet or the lower part. Thank

Great, detailed video. What kind of laser level did you use for this? I noticed a tripod in the corner of the video but can't exactly see the level. Thanks!

The best job ever seen

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

Great video

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you

I am changing my shower stall plumbing from an old two handle to a Moen single handle valve and trim. Moen has a nice remodeling kit. My question is. The value that was sent to me is a four port posi temp. I do not have a tub so can I use the four port valve or should I use a three port valve. I realize I can cap the tub port but will that change performance of the four port valve. Thanks and very informative video.

Excellent Excellent

Thanks bro 🙏🙏👍

Grasias por tu allude 110%

Hello excellent video does the same method works with moen and Kohler?

Nice video. I would add inf on setting the distance of the main valve body with respect to finished surface, which is the irst step that needs to be right. Different tile thickness different grout thickness, different substrate thickness can make this a fail.

Can I use the tub spout outlet for hand shower instead of capping it ?

Good job

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

good stuff

Great job. What percentage of silver include in solder soldering copper pipe and brass valve ?

I make my own air arresters. 3/4 inch x 18 inch cap on one end that come out of my tee. This what I have been using for 40 years of plumbing. Is there now a problem with making my air arresters this way. Thanks Tye

The next video can you show any tips for the service stops install. Thank you and great vids

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

The stops are integrated into the valve body, just screw in the stems and bonnets.

You’re the best

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you 🙏🏼

Only thing i would critique is when soldering, you should heat from the bottom, & apply from top/sides. Capillary action will seal the joint adequately. Great video

Your wording made it sound like the Flux might be optional. It's not. Also, how are you going to get those water hammer arresters out after they fail in a year or two? If you are new to soldering, solder everything you can before installing, so you have an unobstructed view of your joints. I laid out my entire shower and then soldered it on a bench with the exception of the two connections to the water so I could closely examine my joints before install where they would be obstructed from view

Very informative, great video 👍

Any reason for recommending the more expensive type L copper? FYI, my 2004 home is completely plumbed with type L…and so far, two pin hole leaks in the type L. Not sure type of copper used is critical, exception being in some plumbing configurations and location other than a shower set up. Good video, though. Your close up of the black template box is about the best I’ve seen on these instructional vids, both in terms of the close up and angle of that alignment template , as well as use of the backerboard/tile test piece. Most vids just blow by this leaving a lot of first timers confused about what that sq blk template plate is suppose to line with.

@josephastier7421

11 ай бұрын

Type L is higher quality (heavier, thicker). I have never seen it fail by itself. I install type L anywhere it's going to be concealed, because I hate opening finished walls. Cheap insurance.

Nice job how many inches higth from the but tub?

On the bottom line which you cap off with copper, since it’s threaded, can you just use a basic cap and thread it?

Why did you use solder on thje valve fittings? I would compression fittings for that and protect the valve from getting hot.

Do you solder all the way around the pipes or just halfway?

How come you dint melt that on the back of the fittings? I only saw you do it to the sides and the front?

I use pex but this is spot on for beginners..

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼🔥

@livebettervotered2748

2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor Of course brother it's very difficult to find real advice on KZread

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

@@livebettervotered2748 appreciate your kindness and support 🙌🏼

Awesome 👏 Great tips, very informative video and fun to watch. Thanks 👍 Is it possible to get this valve without the bottom port?

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you and yes, you can get a PEX version where they plug the port for you

@Peter-.H

2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor : awesome. Thanks for the reply and have a great evening

@786otto

2 жыл бұрын

There are several versions for copper and pex as for shower only with threaded copper connections, most important may be to get one with internal valves required by some plumbing inspectors.

@Peter-.H

2 жыл бұрын

@@786otto : great and useful comment. 👍 thanks for the tips

Ever run into issues installing a shower valve on 2x4 plumbing walls

Looks good, You can get only the shower valve for delta so don't have to be plugging the bottom spout outlet.

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you, appreciate your kindness and pointing out that option. They do that for PEX A and PEX B, too, which is awesome

@786otto

2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor Thanks for replly

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

Just screw on a cap. Delta got cheap a few years ago. We're doing a flip and got one each, the shower only valve was $5 cheaper than the competition. Went to install the the shower valve and found a 1/2" threaded hole outlet on the bottom of the valve. I call Delta and they inform me they don't include the brass plug. Well I have 1/2" copper caps but no more 1/2" copper male adapters. The tile guy is ready to start the backer board, so back to the Depot, a brass plug is $5 and they don't have one in stock. So much for saving $5 and time.

I have this same valve but want to add a shower wand to it. Can I use the capped bottom exit for a shower wand? Please let me know. Thanks

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

You could, but you would need to have a shutoff at the showerhead and at the sprayer wand, otherwise water will flow simultaneously from both ends. Get a valve with an integrated diverter or a separate diverter at the outlet of this valve.

When you are soldering the pipes/fittings, are you getting all the way around or just the front/visible side?

@richardlaundreaux1374

Жыл бұрын

If I may, his video is just showing what you see in front but when he heats up the pipe and applies the solder, the solder actually "travels" around the pipe. The Flux application helps with allowing the solder to travel. I hope that makes sense.

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

@@richardlaundreaux1374 You do need to make sure you are using enough solder to get all around the pip. The way he is "touching up" the other side of the pipe with the solder is incorrect. You should never need to do that because it will completely fill the gap if done correctly. There are some good videos on soldering out there if you can filter out all the useless DIYers making videos on subjects they don't even understand.

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

​@@MAGAMAN Sometimes the capillary action is insufficient because the back of the fitting against the blocking doesn't get even heat. He should have soldered the valve body stub outs on a workbench, this way you can heat the fittings more evenly and visually confirm the solder flowed properly.

can you use the same water hammer arrester on kitchen sink, toilet, bathroom sink valves too? thanks

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

I would never install water hammer arresters in the wall. They have a limited life of a few years usually. Installing the screw on kind at the washing machine, bathroom and kitchen sink should be more than enough.

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

The guy just likes to show off his soldering skills and pretty joints(nothing wrong with pretty solder joints). This video was probably sponsored by a water hammer arrestor manufacturer. A shower valve doesn't create water hammer. Water hammer is a result of valve opening and closing very quickly like solenoid valves in appliances like washing machines and dishwashers.

This is not a home remodeling tutorial, this is a tutorial on how to solder a MOMA art piece.

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

This is not a soldering tutorial, this is a soldering overview.

will any type of trim fit this rough?

@HomeRepairTutor

Ай бұрын

Technically yes if you’re using the Delta multi choice

Thanks for the video. This is definitely not for the beginners (LOL). I just wonder how many years does it take to develop the skills this guy has. I really want to learn how to solder properly but need some device so I can check if there's leak or not )). It's always a joy to watch how the professionals do the work.

@HomeRepairTutor

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it just takes practice and knowing how to prep the pipes. You can buy a bunch of fittings and simply prep and solder over and over until you’re happy with your results

@CP-ys2kh

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tutorial - never even thought of using the deburr. Thanks for the tips!

@joelongtin7532

Жыл бұрын

It's not difficult to do a pressure test after setting up your feed lines and the shower pipe, but before enclosing the wall space. The Delta faucet makes this easy, they include a plastic cover specifically for this and I've remodeled two of our showers with them. There's also an inexpensive pressure test tool - a shower test plug - that you screw straight into the shower drop ear elbow. It can be annoying if you have a leak, but it only takes a few minutes to reheat the joints, clean off the solder, re-flux, and re-solder. The hardest part? Running up and down the stairs to turn water off and on.

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

Soldering is easy and it's actually really hard to screw up if you follow the correct step. Looks up a few videos on soldering pipe from actual licensed plumbers (which this guy aint) to learn how to do it right.

@josephastier7421

11 ай бұрын

@@MAGAMAN What do you see in his technique that is incorrect?

Which shower cartridge would I use with the universal delta valve? We've installed everything, but are having a problem with the knob or cartridge we have not shutting off the water?

@yaaaboi8607

2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever solve it.?

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

Get the latest OEM Delta 'universal' cartridge. Some generic cartridges are hit or miss. The word 'universal' to Delta is like 'unlimited' data in the cellular provider world.

Why the hammer at the pipe,is it necesary?

What kind of laser level do you recommend for a diy guy?

@HomeRepairTutor

2 ай бұрын

Lately I’ve been using a Huepar cross-line laser and like it. I’d visit their site and research an option. They aren’t a sponsor, just like their laser

I have a Delta Foundations one handle valve faucet. Installed it and the water came out the shower with the tub faucet open. A plumber told me the valve is upside down. So turned it over and water came out more through the shower. Is it a bad valve? The shower pipe set up: 1/2" CPVC on the hot and cold. 1/2" CPVC on the tub faucet.1/2" Copper pipe on the shower. Is the CPVC smaller than the copper pipe causing the water pressure to go up to the shower? Or is it a bad valve?

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

The drop to the tub spout should be 1/2" copper or 3/4" CPVC. The 1/2" CPVC has the same nominal outside diameter as copper but the wall is thicker thus a smaller inside diameter. This happened to me once with a Moen valve, water would squirt out of the shower head when the valve was turned on, this was the first time I used pex for the drop to the spout and to the showerhead. On page six of the installation instructions for the valve it stated if using pex to go with 3/4" to the drop elbow. Had access to the back of the valve from the linen closet, unsoldered the 1/2" fitting male to 1/2" barb adapter and replaced the barbed pex drop elbow with a copper one and fixed the problem. I've installed dozens of the Moen valves over the years and always used copper. The manufacturers should better update their installation instructions now with the availability of the different piping options. Moen was aware of this issue, but they just amended their instructions on page six.

@chadcarrington1218

5 ай бұрын

That was it! It's working now

I live in California and this is the first time I hear about water hammer arrestors. Can you clarify if this is necessary?

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

it just depends on your local code, so it’s best to check with the building inspectors

My valve came with a cap. Do you recommend I use that and solder it or do you recommend I use your tips?

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

I recommend following the manufacturer directions, that’s the best way 👍🏼

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor Nice answer. :)

Why do you need to add hammer arrest on a shower?.. I’m curious I’m in Canada and we don’t do that lol

Yeah - if we all had a wide open space to work in…most of the time that’s not the case. Usually you’re needing to work from the back through a very cramped space. But hey, we can all dream that it would be this easy.

what do we do with the stops? I am unsure the point of them and how to make it water tight in my valve

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

if your valve has stops, take them out prior to soldering then replace them once the valve cools 👍🏼🔥

@AveryHeilbron

2 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRepairTutor and do they just sit in place as they came or do you need to tighten them in place? That's what I was mostly unsure about or what the point of the stop is in the first place any way

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

@@AveryHeilbron they slide in place then you have to tighten the locknut with pliers to keep it watertight

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

@@AveryHeilbron If the stops you are referring to are what I think they are, these are used so you can shut off the water to the valve body if you need to replace or clean out the valve. You can also use them to adjust the water pressure to the shower.

Hi excelente job could you please tell me the serial number of the delta please thanks

@HomeRepairTutor

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, it’s the R10000

No excess panel for maintenance ?

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

If you do it right, no maintenance is needed. If you think you are going to need maintenance on your work, have someone else do it.

Hi can you send me the flame mat protection thanks again Roman

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

that’s the Oatey Flame Protector pad, home stores carry them in the plumbing section or you can get it via Amazon 👍🏼

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

Are you really that incapable of looking this up for yourself?

How in heck do I unscrew this DELTA universal valve cap after installed?? Lefty-Lucy won't work! Will I dent/ruin this cap ring if I use vise grips or adjustable wrench? Help, please

@thekalj248

2 жыл бұрын

You have to pull and twist

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

You unscrew the metal part around the edge, the interior part is just a plug, if I remember correctly. Make sure your water if off.

What is the name of the piece to which you screw the shower arm?

@HomeRepairTutor

8 ай бұрын

That’s a drop ear

@transformationofthebride2295

8 ай бұрын

Thank you@@HomeRepairTutor

Hello, im confused on what part needs to be flush with the finished wall. Does the plastic need to be flush with the finish wall ???? Thank you

@786otto

2 жыл бұрын

In instruction will show you, Yes the black plastic temporary pice needs to be flash with finish wall.

@plumbbuild6517

2 жыл бұрын

He just put the backer board and a piece of tile and put the valve against the wall and then measured the distance to the plastic from the piece of tile, and it measured about 1 1/2 inches so when he installed the 2×12 it brought the plastic square ring flush with the tile .

@786otto

2 жыл бұрын

@@plumbbuild6517 Anyway done if fine longest you have black temple flash with finish wall.

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

@@786otto It's not a temporary piece. You do not remove it.

@786otto

Жыл бұрын

@@MAGAMAN Thanks for reply, not sure if we commenting about the same accessory

My shower is already plumbed except for the old valve which I will desolder and reconnect to the new valve.

I did a bathroom reno (down to the studs) and installed the Moen shower valve...used PVC and Sharkbites to hot/cold water and welded copper for the showerhead and faucet. Tested and no leaks. Finished tiling and had to remove and re-weld just the faucet pipe. (Old one was out too far.) Now, she has a slow drip on the pipe coming out of the valve (to the faucet.) I know I can apply heat to remove it and re-weld but I'm worried about not being able to get the new pipe in there good to weld since it will have old solder in there. Any tips? (I know, now, to apply cold rags to welds I'm not working on to ensure they don't lose their weld...I suspect this is what happened to it when I was re-welding the faucet since heat travels upwards.)

I have to now change my valve, I sure hope the installer did not solder in valve like you did. Apparently you did not see there are threads on the end for a reason.

👍

@HomeRepairTutor

2 жыл бұрын

thank you 👍🏼

Why mini rester? Do I have too?

@HomeRepairTutor

4 ай бұрын

I wanted to show how to use it in case an inspector requests it. But typically you don’t need it

I am facing this issue- we are renovating the bathrooms, the constructors put new delta valve for the two bathrooms and the day after that we noticed kitchen cold tab is having warm/hot water. The constructors stated that he didn’t touch kitchen so it’s not his issue; but this only happened after he put on new valves for the new bathrooms, not they are still at demo stage, I don’t know how to find which valve is causing the issue

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

Are the shover valves in the same wall? Some valves may be installed back to back, thus simplifying the the installation by not having to reverse the supply lines for one of the valves. One valve is piped normally cold on right, hot on left, the other valve is reversed. On Delta and Moen valves you rotate the valve cartridge 180° and install it in the reversed valve. Who ever installed the valve cartridges after the rough-in wasn't aware of this and installed both cartridges the 'right' way, meaning one is in the wrong way.

A Home Depot rep told me I could simply use an 8" section of 1/2" copper pipe instead of the "water hammer arrestor" thing you used. Is this okay?

@MAGAMAN

Жыл бұрын

No, this is no longer allowed by code as far as I am aware.

@WoodgemanX

6 ай бұрын

A tub/shower mixing valve gradually turns on the water, I never seen a water hammer arrestor in a bathroom setting. They are used near appliances that have solenoid valves, like washing machines, dishwashers, ice makers, water sprinkler timers.