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  • @Got2Learn
    @Got2Learn  Рік тому +1

    Stuff I used in this video (Amazon affiliate links):
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  • @ryanboodhoo3512
    @ryanboodhoo3512 Рік тому +61

    He's back from the dead 😂

  • @sevbait
    @sevbait Рік тому +6

    Thanks so much for your informative channel. I became a new homeowner a little over 2 years ago and didn't know anything about plumbing. Now I've replaced my entire well system with filtration - acid neutralization - and softening while separating my hose bibs from my treated water, re-ran 50 amp multiconductor electrical to my garage along with a generator feed to keep the noise away from the house, repaired acid decayed copper pipe which burst and began an entire decrepit bathroom gut and remodel with new Pex lines to the bath, toilet, and sink, along with a proper fridge water compression outlet since I had that wall open, moved the toilet waste drain so it would be the proper 12" from the wall, installed bypass valves for the on demand water heater flush, and so much more like that. I used your videos most, and I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your straight to the point and thorough coverage of your topics. 👏 👏 👏
    For the well system in CA, Clean Water Store was excellent and gave me the instructions that i needed for the design, the plumber who I hired to tell me if I messed it up came and only added a couple of small helpful things and told me it's good to go. Wanna give them a shout out too because they have so much instructional content and answer their phone for questions.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +2

      Awesome man, thank you so much for sharing this with me 😇😇😇

  • @edwardthegreat1382
    @edwardthegreat1382 Рік тому +30

    Glad your back, always a great reference point. Just finished my 1st complete year of plumbing and watched your videos constantly 💯

  • @Nobody12409
    @Nobody12409 Рік тому +16

    Glad to see you back! I think you mixed up the verbal description at 5:04, the one on the top seems to have the glue on both fittings, but the bottom one doesn’t. I definitely liked the tips on installing chrome bathroom fittings.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +3

      Yup, thanks for the cue 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

  • @gsftom
    @gsftom Рік тому +16

    Frickin’ awesome video! U present clear, concise advise with excellent examples. The things that u talk abt are spot on. U don’t spend any time talking, talking, talking abt things that aren’t relevant to helping people avoid mistakes. Yr videos are top notch. I just learned several things that will help me. Thank you!

  • @EOP02
    @EOP02 Рік тому +3

    no Tef tape on compression thread period. This guy! This Is the Guy!
    I had terrible management in my early years and this channel trained me up. No joke. Years later I'm doing 7 figure sales for the top wholesaler in our city.
    I recommend this channel all the time to everyone. Thank you Got2Learn. keep being the best!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +1

      Awesomeeee!!!!!

    • @alohamark3025
      @alohamark3025 Рік тому

      If all fittings were rust and corrosion-resistant, I would agree with that statement. But a lot of products from the big box stores are made with cheap metals, and two layers of teflon tape are insurance so you can remove the nut in the future. This especially applies under the kitchen sink, where drips, leaks and other problems happen in the dark. A compression valve for a toilet bowl is usually out in the open, and easier to diagnose. Flex hoses are the biggest source of leaks that introduce corrosion damage to plumbing connections. Next biggest cause, outdoors at least, is rain, salt, and sun.

  • @ghazman6141
    @ghazman6141 Рік тому +2

    He's back! Making UA-cam videos is as addictive as crack ;)

  • @Maine307
    @Maine307 Рік тому +3

    he is back!!!!!!!!!!! WE MISSED YOU - OUR BROTHER IN THE NORTH !!! WELCOME BACK !!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @travisk5589
    @travisk5589 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for posting that on the toilet supply line and teflon tape on compression fittings. Another pet peeve is pipe dope on compresion fittings and 2 piece p traps.

  • @adamhorton1601
    @adamhorton1601 Рік тому +1

    What I like most about this video is that he 100 percent installed thread tape correctly even though it was to a fitting that didn't require thread tape.

  • @damianpokoj1065
    @damianpokoj1065 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back!!!!!!!
    We've missed you and your wisdom!!!!
    Keep up the good work!!!!!

  • @bearlemke
    @bearlemke Рік тому +1

    Man I love sharkbites. When installed correctly of course. :)

  • @Brandr1
    @Brandr1 Рік тому +1

    As the man who is known as the "plumbing expert" at the Ace Hardware store I work at, I find the videos to be very useful. Many thanks for making me look good!

  • @billm.8220
    @billm.8220 Рік тому +2

    This is great advice for DIYers, noobs & novices.
    Pay att’n. & do it right the first time !!

  • @raybjorkman6028
    @raybjorkman6028 Рік тому +1

    I have been a plumber for 42 years, and you have a great video. It’s a good list of the most common things DIY,res get wrong.

  • @stunner55
    @stunner55 Рік тому +2

    Great tips. The rubber strap wrench and garden hose tips is a game changer.

  • @edgarkoen1230
    @edgarkoen1230 Рік тому +2

    I use t+2 dope on the 1/2 in compression threads of angle stops to allow me to get a tighter seal because many times I have had a slow drip come from them without dope. I have tried many different ways to prevent the small leak.

  • @plumbinginspector5513
    @plumbinginspector5513 Рік тому +1

    Great video, some states doesn't allow AAV - mechanical vents.

  • @jackfarrell4727
    @jackfarrell4727 Рік тому +2

    great advice, I am a do it yourself guy and I love videos like this.

  • @mikegriffith2080
    @mikegriffith2080 Рік тому +2

    Always ''Buck" with a larger wrench!

  • @Greedy4711
    @Greedy4711 Рік тому +1

    I've been plumbing for 8 years, and still I enjoy watching your videos

  • @WalterMelons
    @WalterMelons Рік тому +3

    I have never used primer when I glue pvc. Done 1000s of feet of it and never had a problem. I do commercial fish systems though, not stuff in walls in a home.

    • @marzsit9833
      @marzsit9833 Рік тому

      in the early days of pvc pipe, primer was not available, but the pvc manufacturers recommended roughing the ends of the pipe and insides of fittings to break the gloss with medium grit sandpaper before gluing the joints together. primer became available to speed up the process but sanding the connections still works today if you don't have any primer.

  • @jaydrains2247
    @jaydrains2247 3 місяці тому

    When i used to do rough plumbing, the toilet always had its own vent, and I use clear cleaner when doing repairs when working in a finished environment, if you spill that purple primer onto finished floors, call your insurance company. LoL

  • @198Caprice
    @198Caprice Рік тому +2

    Love all the examples of how to do it the right way. Thanks

  • @gabrielripa8171
    @gabrielripa8171 Рік тому +3

    Welcome back! The information in your videos is very good and very important for both professionals and the rest of us. Please keep posting - do a great job.Thank you!!

  • @cortezvictor90
    @cortezvictor90 Рік тому +4

    Love the content man! Just started plumbing few months ago learned so much from just watching your videos when I get home and apply it next day at work 👍🏽 🙏🏾

  • @shawnbush41
    @shawnbush41 Рік тому

    Glad to see anew video from you! Great stuff as always. We appreciate all the time and effort you put in to these.

  • @dew117
    @dew117 Рік тому +3

    Glad you are back. It has been a long wait.

  • @AdmanToronto
    @AdmanToronto Рік тому +1

    Love your videos. Thanks for the tips!

  • @sidewinderam9m
    @sidewinderam9m 11 місяців тому +1

    Binge watching your videos right now. Lots of useful information. I do put teflon tape on compression fittings though because it makes them easier to tighten (not to make them seal better because as you have said it doesn't). Not on the outlet end where there is a rubber seal but on the end with the brass compression ring. I usually only do this behind toilets and under sinks where I have a harder time getting good leverage.

  • @MCMXI1
    @MCMXI1 Рік тому +1

    Awesome as always!!! Great info and great delivery. Glad to see you posting.

  • @T.E.P..
    @T.E.P.. Рік тому

    It is a HUGE treat to have another video ... Thanks again for all your hard work and education in these videos!!! so great to have you back

  • @miketayse
    @miketayse Місяць тому

    I always put some sort of sealant or lubricant on any threads so I can easily remove them in the future. When I'm plumbing, I just use what's handy, which is often teflon tape or pipe dope.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Місяць тому

      Me too...Don't forget to share if you can, really helps the channel, thanks!!!

  • @tedh7543
    @tedh7543 Рік тому +1

    All great tips as usual! Thanks and glad you're back!

  • @americanpaisareturns9051
    @americanpaisareturns9051 Рік тому +2

    Very informative. Thanks.

  • @wingsfan1961
    @wingsfan1961 Рік тому +2

    Love your video’s!
    I am doing my first year apprenticeship and i watch your videos all the time for tips and tricks! Would love to see more new tools that could help that you recommend thank you

  • @doublej5171
    @doublej5171 Рік тому +3

    Some more great tips! On stop valves that use a nut and ferrule you don’t have to use thread sealant on the threads because that’s not what is actually doing the ‘sealing’. Just put a little bit on the inside of the valve where the ferrule sits and that’s all you need.

    • @beerbeforebreakfast
      @beerbeforebreakfast Рік тому +1

      I use dope on threads just for lubrication and in rare repair occasions I will put tape so it hits the ferrule and unit sealing point. Only for the most terrible situations. Or if I only have one chance to turn water back on and it can't be turned back off.

    • @doublej5171
      @doublej5171 Рік тому

      @@beerbeforebreakfast I wouldn’t want to put thread tape on them in case some there was some that shot into the supply line in a rare case. As long as it’s not the old TrueBlue that turns into thread locker over time lubricating them isn’t too bad

    • @beerbeforebreakfast
      @beerbeforebreakfast Рік тому

      @@doublej5171 yeah I know what you mean. I have figured it out, I wrap the tape about 80% on threads of the fitting so that about 1/8th inch will fold in the the sealing point when all said and done. Works 100% of the times I've had to do it. Not enough excess to cause any issues. Only place to be concerned would be kitchen faucet if it's new and fancy. They sometimes have micro filters in the supply lines right at the 3/8 nut that goes to shutoff. Those clog so easy.

  • @risersgarage7004
    @risersgarage7004 Рік тому +1

    Love the channel, glad you are back.

  • @EverydayHomeRepairs
    @EverydayHomeRepairs Рік тому +5

    Great video as always! Welcome back 👍

  • @cesarisactive6648
    @cesarisactive6648 Рік тому +1

    Missed the videos glad ur back !

  • @Gruntled2001
    @Gruntled2001 Рік тому +1

    Thank you brother for sharing the wealth of your knowledge.
    This is the kind of sharing that makes us all rich

  • @nicholasgriffin6631
    @nicholasgriffin6631 Рік тому +1

    Glad you're back!

  • @HWCism
    @HWCism Рік тому +1

    Great tips, thanks

  • @tonym6920
    @tonym6920 Рік тому +2

    Very informative, learned a few new things. Thanks! 👍👍

  • @marcusaetius9309
    @marcusaetius9309 Рік тому +3

    Excellent as usual 👍🏻

  • @DursunX
    @DursunX Рік тому +1

    "the sound of hardened teeth crunching"....
    😯 the sound of failure

  • @jimf.625
    @jimf.625 Рік тому +3

    Always great useful information.

  • @gatormike1434
    @gatormike1434 Рік тому +3

    Very good tips. Thanks.

  • @phildivirgilio6286
    @phildivirgilio6286 Рік тому +1

    welcome back, I missed your videos 😉👍

  • @psychojackel69
    @psychojackel69 10 місяців тому +1

    3:10 lmao 😂🤣🤣🤣 dude's balls hanging

  • @steventimm7661
    @steventimm7661 Рік тому +1

    Hey, Got2Learn! Good to see you back!! This was an excellent video as always! You would be a fantastic trades instructor!

  • @lightcapmath2777
    @lightcapmath2777 Рік тому +3

    Thank you, thank you, thank you for such info Got2Learn. You ROCK!!! DVD:)

  • @mnoxman
    @mnoxman Рік тому

    Point of order. RoHS has been the standard in electronics since 2003 and most makers were in compliance with the proposed rules by 2000. So any big box home improvement store will not have leaded electronics solder. You can order solder with lead (Pb) from vendors such as Digikey or if you are in a shop that deals directly with repair/hobby electronics you might get it on the shelf. Not all electronics solder has lead (Pb) in it.

  • @scottfranco1962
    @scottfranco1962 Рік тому +1

    This was GOLD, thanks.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      Thanks for that 🤘🤘🤘

  • @nsoo85
    @nsoo85 Рік тому +1

    love it thanks my friend

  • @Plumberslashwaterbender
    @Plumberslashwaterbender Рік тому +1

    As a professional plumber I love your videos there are always hidden gems to be learned

  • @maximechevalier1923
    @maximechevalier1923 Рік тому

    Nice come back bro . Merci 👍💪

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      Heeeee hawwww!!! 🤠🤠🤠

  • @lindab2062
    @lindab2062 Рік тому

    I always get something from your videos. Thanks

  • @davidcox2499
    @davidcox2499 Рік тому +1

    Great to hear from you again.

  • @onionhead5780
    @onionhead5780 Рік тому +2

    This channel is so informative. 👍

  • @ProLomxnbeater
    @ProLomxnbeater Рік тому +1

    This is a great video for beginners. I think most plumbers have made a couple of these mistakes at least

  • @Philadelphia19147
    @Philadelphia19147 Рік тому +1

    You're back!

  • @Chris.Rhodes
    @Chris.Rhodes Рік тому +1

    Bro! I completely missed you made a video. 😱 You've been missed!

  • @johngale466
    @johngale466 10 місяців тому +1

    You are the best. Keep it up !!😊

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much 😀!!!

  • @phoenixrises1982
    @phoenixrises1982 Рік тому +3

    This is plumbing 101!!!

  • @plumbbuild6517
    @plumbbuild6517 Рік тому +2

    There for a minute I thought I was seeing things and there it was a G2L video , thanks brother glad to see you back from mars Lol , I sure hope all is well with you and your family and hope to see you in many more to come, thanks again

  • @alexmaccity
    @alexmaccity Рік тому +1

    need the NSF stamp to use on potable water.

  • @naughtiusmaximus1811
    @naughtiusmaximus1811 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back!

  • @user-bw5xf3yr3m
    @user-bw5xf3yr3m Рік тому +1

    I love this guys videos wish he wasn’t gone for so long and he stsys

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +1

      😇😇😇🙏🙏🙏

  • @BigmoRivera
    @BigmoRivera Рік тому +1

    Great Job 😉👍🏽

  • @Z-Ack
    @Z-Ack Рік тому +1

    I got one of those blue things.. never knew what it could be used on.. it always slips off everythng

  • @peteypete3597
    @peteypete3597 3 місяці тому

    Thx!

  • @nebraskaninkansas347
    @nebraskaninkansas347 Рік тому

    Actually IPC, I believe could be UPC, states you only need to use primer on PVC if the pipe is presurized. Or if the AHJ or local code requires it.

  • @Viper6-MotoVlogger
    @Viper6-MotoVlogger Рік тому +1

    Nice to hear from you mon ami 👍

  • @DW-zm4jw
    @DW-zm4jw Рік тому +1

    Hey, welcome back!

  • @JCWren
    @JCWren Рік тому +1

    Oatey actually recommends applying primer to the inside of the fitting, then to the exterior of the pipe, then the inside of the fitting again, then applying cement to the exterior of the pipe, then to the inside of the fitting, then the exterior of the pipe, then FINALLY joining them with a 1/4 turn twisting motion. The also (of course) recommend cleaner, probably because they sell it. I'm no professional plumber, but I've not seen anyone use it. And if I have a piece of dirty pipe, I just wipe it down with Windex.

    • @beerbeforebreakfast
      @beerbeforebreakfast Рік тому +2

      If I have a fitting that absolutely can't be leaking and I've got 3 floors of water waiting on my repair.....I use cleaner, primer and good cement! Can't take chances on major repairs like that. But 98% of the time I do not use cleaner.

  • @fproulx
    @fproulx Рік тому +1

    Yay! you are back

  • @Layarion
    @Layarion Рік тому +2

    4:07 Hold up, i thought the tape was to reduce friction and make it easier to tighten, are you saying I shouldn't do that?

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      Not for straight threads, only on tapered threads, watch this video here: ua-cam.com/video/G4EijapY7vw/v-deo.html

  • @michelleluu9884
    @michelleluu9884 Рік тому

    Thank much!

  • @thereefaholic
    @thereefaholic Рік тому

    There is a study you can read online where it shows unprimed joints are stronger.

  • @iurypravdin2976
    @iurypravdin2976 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, guys!

  • @jkimo1178
    @jkimo1178 Рік тому +1

    Great job.

  • @T.E.P.
    @T.E.P. Рік тому +1

    Yay!!!! The plumbing god has risen!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +1

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @T.E.P.
      @T.E.P. Рік тому +1

      @@Got2Learn hope your summer is gorgeous and thanks again for your amazing channel

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +1

      @@T.E.P. thank you soooo much, I hope yours is too!!!

  • @xephael3485
    @xephael3485 Рік тому

    @Got2Learn 6:48 To prevent this.... WASH YOUR HANDS! 😜😜😂😂

  • @jdorffer
    @jdorffer Рік тому

    Welcome back

  • @davidpaulsen1510
    @davidpaulsen1510 Рік тому +2

    Mechanical vents should be installed above the water level of the sink, washer ,etc.

  • @LeslieBergh
    @LeslieBergh Рік тому +7

    My understanding is that teflon tape isn't only used for sealing/waterproofing purposes, but to act as lubricant between the two threads. If not used the threads can bite into each other, making it feel like it is turned all the way in, when it is not.
    Thus it's a good idea to even use it on supply values and other connections with their own seals.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому +2

      Correct, and straight treads do not need teflon as they seal with a gasket ;)

    • @creamofbotulismsoup9900
      @creamofbotulismsoup9900 Рік тому +3

      I personally use either a silicone/PTFE lube or a joint compound on most fittings. They do a significantly better job than tape of actually lubricating the threads and makes it easier to fully tighten.

    • @beerbeforebreakfast
      @beerbeforebreakfast Рік тому +1

      Yes, for example, a 3 inch pvc threaded clean out cap, Teflon or thread tape would work equally as well. Without it, the fitting will not seat completely due to friction or possible snapped hub from attempting to overtighten. Doesn't take much, 2 wraps at most for lubrication purposes I say.

    • @revoevom1490
      @revoevom1490 Рік тому +1

      @@Got2Learn 3rd gen plumber for my whole life and we always laugh when we see teflon on compression or flare fittings and supply lines

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      @@revoevom1490 😆

  • @DuffyHomoHabilis
    @DuffyHomoHabilis Рік тому +1

    Teflon tape/pipe dope on anything other than pipe threads tells me that a hack did the work.

  • @travisk5589
    @travisk5589 Рік тому +1

    Hey got to learn. Is it good/bad/illegal to solder your copper stub outs to copper stub out supports?

  • @kevincha9358
    @kevincha9358 Рік тому

    Thanks :)

  • @sendmail7
    @sendmail7 Рік тому

    What kind of brush do you use to clean inside brass fittings or brass valves before installing with copper piping. I tried to use the brush method that I was taught just like you show in your videos but the brush isn’t really doing too well is there a particular brand I can use.? If you can’t favor a certain brand in here in comments then can can you private message and tell me. Thank you in advance.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      Try turning the brush the other way around, it'll straighten out the bristles and brush more agressively, lemme know if that works.

  • @coleyamos
    @coleyamos Рік тому

    3:03 Ha!

  • @khmerohio
    @khmerohio Рік тому

    You're the greatest 👍👍👍

  • @allenmiddendorff2068
    @allenmiddendorff2068 Рік тому +1

    If you have S-traps installed how can you replace them with a P-trap?

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Рік тому

      Great question! I have a video just on this: ua-cam.com/video/pmN88UvZfDI/v-deo.html&ab_channel=Got2Learn

  • @aggibson74
    @aggibson74 Рік тому +1

    3:03: Issue with diagram....Testicles not hanging low enough.

  • @davidb9150
    @davidb9150 Рік тому +1

    At 5min 20 sec. Turn pipe as you push in . Read the can . Then read it again

  • @kbbb4227
    @kbbb4227 Рік тому +1

    Thank You.

  • @micahjones1049
    @micahjones1049 Рік тому

    Your content is plumber approved

  • @marshallferron
    @marshallferron Рік тому

    Another thing I would add is to make sure your Ts and wyes are orientated in the proper direction. Never bullnose a T.