Flexible copper tubing is pliable enough to make all but the sharpest turns in your pipe. When you use it you don’t have to install a fitting every time you make a turn as you would with a rigid copper pipe. I’m going to show…
Soldering a copper pipe is downright dangerous if you don’t follow our 5 soldering safety tips. The solder and propane torch are both hot enough to instantly burn flesh. So, here’s a fast, easy primer on how to do it safely. How to Practice Soldering…
The cure for sweating pipes that leak at the joint is to take the joint apart and resolder it (also called sweating). I’m going to show you — step-by-step — exactly how to do it the right way. What Does “Sweating Pipes” Mean? Sweating a…
The first step in remodeling a plumbing system is learning how to find pipes behind walls. Pipes seem to play hide and seek with homeowners, but I’m going to show you how to win this game and speed up your project. Where is the Vertical…
A frost-proof faucet on the exterior of your home (technically called a sillcock, it’s also known as a frost-free or freeze-proof faucet) is similar to a common outdoor faucet. What’s the difference? The outdoor frost-proof faucet has an extra-long stem (or pipe) reaching back about…
The ultimate cure for a leaking pipe is a replacement. But I’m going to show you how to patch a leaky pipe temporarily using just a rubber bicycle tube and a clamp. Tools & Materials You’ll Need 1/16-inch-thick sheet of neoprene or rubber bicycle tube…