what an awesome plumber. he drips knowledge and passion without being a bit arrogant. it’s so refreshing, great video

@chucklanders8719

8 ай бұрын

He needs a magic bag too... But Paul found out about the torque wrench, too

Blessing in disguise finding the defect now rather than a couple of years down the road when it lets go in the wall. Good job on the repair, Jimmy!

Father and Son Inspectors here in Texas! We’d love to come out and walk the building with you if you’re interested! Almost 30 years of custom home building experience and over 8 years of certified inspection experience!

@travisk5589

8 ай бұрын

No thank you. We don't need other inspectors on the jobsite.

@moneyfornothing3264

8 ай бұрын

Sounds like a great video!!!

@brad9529

8 ай бұрын

​@travisk5589 I was thinking the same thing, but inspections really benefit if you are someone who likes to do things the right way.

@Richard.Dawson

8 ай бұрын

No intelligent person would hire an "inspector" through a YT comment.

@Tierone1337

8 ай бұрын

If you’re good at what you do, you’re not afraid of no inspector

My heart stopped when that fitting broke. At that, it was the worst place for it to happen. Jimmy came in clutch fixing it. Much props to him and his crew.

@poopandfartjokes

8 ай бұрын

Yeah that sucked. Probably happened on a Friday too.

@jmaxim80

8 ай бұрын

Yea, he didn't even blink about getting to work and fixing all up. I know I would have had a few choice, "words" when that bad boy let loose.

@kyakukid1

8 ай бұрын

@@jmaxim80 When a plumber doesn't even sweat the worst that can happen, you know you got a solid plumber.

@digi3218

8 ай бұрын

That is really bad luck.. I would never trust a test tee again lol

@kyakukid1

8 ай бұрын

@@digi3218 Sometimes, things fail.

Jimmy seems awesome. There's something really satisfying about watching someone who's really good at what they do.

You should consider putting the siding and trim on before insulation and drywall. It wouldn’t be the first time someone put a siding nail through a pipe. Better if it happens while the wall is still open

@3nertia

8 ай бұрын

This feels like good advice ...

@crisnmaryfam7344

8 ай бұрын

@@3nertia Indeed it is.

@customsolutions7167

8 ай бұрын

🤣 yep

Before you put up the drywall don’t forget to wire up the house with Cat-6 ethernet cables so you can hardwire WiFi access points, security cameras, network drops, etc and connect them through a PoE switch.

@nickk05281982

8 ай бұрын

They said they were going cat 6

@garbo8962

8 ай бұрын

Best to run 1/2 or 2 3/4" conduit or blue ENT tubing with no more then 270 gradual degrees in bends. for TV & computers. I ran the best think it was RG 5 cable to my bedrooms & living room for TV'S. Worked great first 25 or so years and when my cable company came out to install the latest & greatest cable boxes they had a fit because U used should have used RG6 cable. Told the cable clowns that RG6 was not out back when I installed cable.

@Grunttamer

6 ай бұрын

Take the time to actually learn how to terminate cat-6. Construction guys always screw it up by terminating it like old telephone line

@gags730

3 ай бұрын

@@garbo8962 You gotta love when they say "you shoulda used"... You did 25 years ago! Your cable was probably older than the installer!

The Plumbing gods shined upon you in revealing that fault before it became a major disaster. I have NEVER seen one snap like that. That fitting was junk! Good job, Jimmy and great turn-around time. Jimmy and crew Rocked It!

The plumber was absolutely awesome. Very meticulous and highly skilled

Regarding the Uponor Pex A, it's not an aesthetic thing as your plumber said. It was switched from red/blue solid to the white with red/blue writing due to failures in the solid color Pex A. There's a class-action lawsuit against Uponor due to the number of failures. Supposedly, there was a problem with the coloration/baking process to make the solid color red and blue tubing. It's unconfirmed whether it was just a few batches or all of it. There's also discussion if it was due to types of water (high-chlorine), and other factors like temperature, re-circulation pumps, etc.

The man carries a torque wrench with him, now thats a true plumber

Nice bit of daylight behind that test tee piece. Looking forward to when you liquid flash the zip to the foundation.

@nvus2758

8 ай бұрын

i noticed that as well

@crisnmaryfam7344

8 ай бұрын

@@nvus2758 because hw had to cut the board to make room for the plumbing. They will likely fit something behind it once this was done. No point in putting it back before the work in the area was done. Would just get in the way again. They should have mentioned it though.

I remember when I was a kid watching This Old House on Sunday afternoons. There was one show where they visited Europe to see what all the latest building tech was over there. They found out about Pex and wondered why it wasn't used in America. It hadn't been approved for use because it was too new and the trades were super conservative back then.

@ThunderDivine

8 ай бұрын

Same now, we use 3 lips gasket pvc pipes internally and externally in Europe. And now our pex comes with a watertight outersleeve.

@h2s142

8 ай бұрын

Union plumbers was the reason why

@crisnmaryfam7344

8 ай бұрын

@@h2s142 Same reason most of the us is wired together with janky wire nuts, and Wagos are the standard everywhere else in the world. Stubborn old men. Seems like thats a growing issue in America these days, from everything from politics to simple manufacture and infrastructure.

@h2s142

8 ай бұрын

Before i retired from the military i was trying to get the supply system to add led control panel lights for the cockpit. They just fought me tooth and nail. The incandescent vs led obvious labor and material savings

@handyandy2112

8 ай бұрын

@@crisnmaryfam7344 Yeah but I can buy a box of wire nuts for the price of one Wago. I always pre-twist the wires before applying the wire nut then tape on hot connections. For me, the cost of Wagos is prohibitive.

Your plumber is a great guy! He takes it all in stride and keeps on going.

Very informative as always. Jimmy seems like a cool dude. Great when you can find someone that really takes pride in their work.

What a great plumber. Good natured and good sense of humor! Nice work guys. The torque wrench made me laugh.

Jimmy sounds like a true gentlemen and an old school trader. You guys are blessed to have contractors like that!

Plumber was a good sport being on camera and working the fix. Nice work as always!

It’s actually really cool to see how you deal with an unexpected failure like that test-tee. He did a great job of making a plan and getting it done quickly. Hats-off to him!

Shout out to Jimmy for standing behind his plumbing work and getting it done!

I'd hire that fella quicker than a politician can tell a lie!! Between the knowledge and experience and the neatness of his work, I'm very impressed! Well done Jimmy!!

@rickteeden8656

8 ай бұрын

Quicker than a politician can tell a lie 🤣🤣🤣

Recommendation for the ductless head drain- do your best to find a way to gravity drain it, preferably in the most direct way possible. The majority of ductless units with condo pumps I’ve dealt with have issues, often leading to water damage. And if you are doing a condo pump, make sure its safety switch is wired in and figure out how the unit will behave if the pump fails. I love seeing the one drain into the washer drain. That’s a great way to tackle that.

@billsilva7932

8 ай бұрын

All great advice. Also check condensate pump connection locations so they stay dry to prevent nuisance tripping. Hopefully the newer units are designed better?

@bmag2189

8 ай бұрын

Usually get noise complaints with some of those mini split pumps. I can see Jordan not being super satisfied with the extra noise. Especially since the units themselves are super quiet

@johnsmith2115

8 ай бұрын

esp in Texas this pump will be running all the time

Please check with your plumbing inspector before closing in those condensate drains. In most local codes, condensate water is prohibited from draining into the sanitary sewer drain. Condensate pans can grow molds and harmful bacteria like Legionella and are considered indirect waste drains. They must drain onto the ground outdoors, like a rain spout.

One thing I don't think it is commented a lot, if at all.. Thanks for all the professionals that work with you and make their work around the filming. We know they would be more comfortable working with headphones or talking jokes but they help with the content. Great video!

Thank God for good plumbers and thank God for stud pack showing us how things could go south

as an apprentice plumber i love seeing these videos! even though i learn from my lead guy i love seeing how other states or just other plumbers do it. theres no one way to do a proper job!

I've never seen PVC blow like that unless frozen. But that is the reason I plumbed my home shop with copper for air. Awesome job by the plumbers. I learned something new today. I had no clue a heat gun would separate the coupler from pipe after glued.

Its so awesome seeing craftsmen doing their magic. Most people will never know the "art" that is behind their drywall. Great video!

Robert did a great install on that HVAC. He ran those lines so good and straight.

I love how Jimmy was so neat with the purple primer. Caring about a detail that's never even going to be seen in the finished house is the mark of a real craftsman.

Sorry that you had a problem with the pipe but it was awesome to see Jimmy and his crew make that repair. He was a great guy to let you video him making that repair too.

Mini Splits have a place but theydo not heat/cool small spaces like your bathroom. If you under cut the door the room will be about 10-15 cooler but then noises will transfer. I add under floor heating or a wall unit.

What a good dude. Knows his stuff, willing to share it, and deserves a ton of business.

Why can I never find plumbers like this one? The dude is on point!

We've had minisplits for over a decade - with condensate pumps, and have had lots of problems with them. You need to keep them clean by running some bleach through a couple of times a year, or gunk will build up on the sensors and won't trigger the pump and the condensate will run into the wall for a long time. Ask me how I know this...

Loved seeing a pro fix a problem, that was quick and smartly done. I hate primer marks, his work is superb! Love the attention to detail.

@jimmclaughlin8195

8 ай бұрын

OK, layman's probably stupid question. With a failure like that in the pressure test fitting, with no apparent cause by Jimmy or Paul / Justin, would /should the jobber or manufacturer be on the hook for the cost of the replacement pipes and the labor cost to do the repair. Seems to me both the jobber and the manufacturer should be. Comments?

I had NO time to watch this video this morning...yet I watched it. Your positivity and energy are second to none, and the editing quality is superb. Thank you for putting your spirit out into the world. You're good people!

Knowing you guys are very detail oriented, I noticed daylight behind the test Tee the plumber replaced. It is a nice big spot for bugs and air to get in the building. Perhaps you can use that clear sealant to close that space. Now that it is behind the Tee it may be hard to see.

@PrograError

8 ай бұрын

Was also worried bout the rain thru that ... Then again it's treated lumber down there... Might be just ok...

@jeremywarren647

8 ай бұрын

Came here to make the same comment. That's quite the critter entrance

@StudPack

8 ай бұрын

It will all get liquid flashed and sealed 👍

Any day of the week a Studpack video drops is the best day of the week.

See what has never happened at 17:40😉... Really glad they showed the work and steps involved in removing the damaged fitting as well as the skill and expertise that went into making it right. Awesome job... Jimmy is the man!

I really like the plumbing walk through. Jimmy is a cool dude. Really like him.

WOW, really liked that plumber, young but old school, new techniques with old tricks, great combo, plus didnt seem to get rattled by stuff... SFMF

I remember years ago, most plumbers outside of Florida would say we over vented our plumbing systems here, but now look at all the extra vebts they do now.🤔 Good work 👍

Love it when you can highlight others and their trade that take such pride in their work.

I have done plumbing for 20 years and have seen several broken fittings and even had a cracked PVC pipe get installed. Usually it happens due to something or someone hitting the fitting. A dropped tool or board can crack it easily. Sometimes a pipe or fitting is damaged before installation and it is hard to see a hairline crack in PVC. Make sure you keep your materials in a safe place before installation and do not throw them around especially across concrete

Nice job on explaining the nuances of the plumbing. Never a dull moment with the Stud Pack build. Great job by Jimmy and his crew to get that repaired.

I always appreciate hearing true pros explain their work, and I love the look of truly professional installations.

Plumber was a cool guy for sure. Didn’t hesitate on the work and was super freindly and well spoken. Awesome!

Yup, when framing a house or addition, always check the tub & toilet locations so a rafter does not fall center on the drains. If necessary, double up rafters where applicable & place them accordingly. That's why they make REPAIR couplings. They help big time

Of all the vids I've watched from your channel over the years. This is my favorite. That plumber was awesome!!!! I would hire them twice on Sunday and every Christmas.

Jimmy and crew are awesome folks! I hope to see them again in the future!

Thanks to you and Jimmy, I learned enough about plumbing to diagnose some potential problems at my home.

I love your videos. Always makes me miss my dad, so Jordan, enjoy and embrace and remember what you have! Paul, you are THE MAN! How could anyone not love that guy!

Wow!! That was amazing. I really enjoyed this video, (like always.) It's really nice to see people enjoy their work/craft. Thank you Paul for explaining and asking the questions for us. 😊

The video I’ve been waiting for this whole build!! YES!!! I knew mini splits was the way to go, nice work

Hey Stud Pack - as always, a pleasure to see a new video hit the webs! :) I really enjoy watching the various trades go in, so this one was especially sweet. Jimmy saved the day it would appear and Paul: Looks like you found another tool you need to put into the closet! LOL Keep it coming you guys! (and ladies!!)

Great video as usual. Really enjoyed watching Jimmy do his thing, definitely a master at his trade.

Love the plumbing discussion! Right on about keeping the lettering oriented to be seen. Clearly a good dude but I am not liking all the hub-to-hub PVC connections in a new build.

Plumber is a 1st class act! Wish him the best

Great plumbing work and re-work after the broken pvc! Jimmy is a true craftsman!!!

Enjoyed watching a man skilled in his labor. Jimmy made it look easy.

Great video Paul & Jordan, like the rough in for the mini splits. Great idea they came with. Also Jimmy had his torque wrench. Waiting for the insulation video . Keep up the great work guys.

Thanks for all of the instruction. Amazed at how quickly a plumbing fail can get fixed.

you have some serious journeymen working in the plumbing and mini split systems. nice clean professional work..

I really liked your plumber. Good thing that fitting broke before it happened due to a backup of water and leaked everywhere.

I don't normally comment, but this was one of the better recent videos. Showing the real issues and how they resolved it was great. Also, giving more camera time to Jimmy your plumber was awesome. Authentic. Best of luck on the rest of your project together, awesome work.

Great class! Thanks guys.

Great to hear from Jimmy. He was really helpful!

Thanks Jimmy and crew!

Great to see professionals working together

Top class plumber great attention to detail

Great plumber. Love the video. tons of detail.

Incredible fix!!!! So close to the floor.

It's pretty insane how far out of my wheelhouse all these Stud Pack videos are, but I eat them up. I've become quite inspired and done lots renovation projects around the house that I would have never dreamed of attempting. I doubt I'll touch plumbing anytime soon but I still enjoyed this video none the less. Thanks for all the great content fellas!

Another awesome video. I enjoy how your videos show all the challenges and how you overcome them.

Very informative! I learned some tips on plumbing I never knew before.

Great job Jimmy! Great install and smooth recovery from the bad part!

Hi. It looked like daylight when he was replacing that piece. You might want to check the siding and see if you need some tape. Great channel. Thank you.

@grounded-b937

8 ай бұрын

at 22:39

@michaelhovey1698

8 ай бұрын

Also 21:55

@bigtom1948

8 ай бұрын

Also daylight and a gap big enough for a roach highway behind that pressure fitting on the garage level a spritz of spray foam is needed to prevent that. Ugh, I hate roaches and yeah I know it's a garage but roaches behind the drywall, Ugh.

@crisnmaryfam7344

8 ай бұрын

@@bigtom1948 had to cut the board to make room for the plumbing. They will likely fit something behind it once this was done. No point in putting it back before the work in the area was done. Would just get in the way again. They should have mentioned it though.

Great video again! Thank you!

Great job Jimmy and crew!

Noticed some light at the foundation behind the plumbing you fixed. How are you dealing with this to keep air, bugs and moisture out?

@MatthewSmith-se2rb

8 ай бұрын

I was wondering the same thing. Looks like the blade was pushed a little too deep

@jerimow8400

8 ай бұрын

Good eye!

@Fizggig

8 ай бұрын

Yeah at 22:39 noticed the same thing

Really nice work, Jimmy.

I like that guy; he's great at what he does and has a passion that is refreshing to see.

Excellent HVAC and plumbing subs. Great neat work

great details on the blumbing

Excellent video on plumbing!

I love watching the happy, clever, smart guys at Stud Pack, AND their happy, clever, smart friends and contractors! So much insight, joy, and positivity!

Crazy how you guys always have the best people working with you. Or is it you bring out the best in everyone? Can’t wait for the next episode.

Nicely done as always

Can't believe the fitting broke. Loved hearing about the different sweeps/traps & how to use them best. Had a small bathroom that used to suck the water out of the toilet when using the washing maching on the same line. Fixed that by changing pipe configuration but it was a lucky guess on my part. Now I know why. Well done.

I love this series

Whatever you guys come across in your adventures I have no doubt that you will always find a way to overcome it in style.

great job loved the plumber!!!

Crazy scenario! It’s coming along fast boys! So happy to see all the hard work paying off.

It wouldn't be a job site if the most random things didn't break right before you had to go home or check off an item from the to-do list. Great fix!

Those mini split heat pumps really are amazing. Throw some solar on the roof, and in most cases, you could run most of your HVAC completely off the grid. Great for when the power goes out too.

Fascinating as always! Comment on the diverter valve- we had our shower remodeled last year, and for the 3rd leg the plumber actually tied it in to the main shower head- this prevents people from using the diverter as a shut-off, which it's not really designed for.

Super-appreciate showing the fix. I’d probably be melting down if that happened to me, but now I know how to handle it if it happens to me in the future!

I learned more between 20:30 to 22:20 than I've learned from KZread EVER!! Thanks StudPack and Plumber!

Great vid, learning so much!