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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
@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.
@@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.
@@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.
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.
All great advice. Also check condensate pump connection locations so they stay dry to prevent nuisance tripping. Hopefully the newer units are designed better?
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
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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...
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!!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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
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
Curious why you didn't route the upstairs condensate drain and shower supply down into the garage to shorten the lengths and eliminate the condensate pump. Great save on the plumbing repair.
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.
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!
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.
That’s where the plumbing repair was done. That had to cut out a chunk of the baseplate to get down to where they could get that pipe off. They’ll just have to add some tape or liquid flash over those spots now
Yeah, I noticed that too at 22:40. The hole near where he cut the pipe upstairs. So, to fix the hole would be the same way they sealed off the roof where the anchors were located? (They mentioned fixing that in the last video with the large window install and talking about the "roof leak")
I saw some daylight at the slab where it meets the pressure treated bottom plate behind that main plumbing stack. We need to seal that up. Critter central.
I definitely prefer PEX expansion fitting system over PEX crimp or cinch fitting system but Uponor Pex A has suffered problems from Chlorine injected in Municipal water supplies to combat bacteria, and other organic contaminants. Apparently the inner white surface with undulations in Pex A is subject to corrosive deterioration from even low levels of potable water chlorine content. Uponor has been sued and settled in response to class action lawsuit but they have not changed the way the pipe is made in response to the lawsuit. Guess its a cost v. benefit value judgement for them. I came across videos by Integrity Repipe videos by Joe Ludlow and followed up with my own research to confirm the undulation litigation actions with Pex A. In order to continue using pex expansion system I now use Zurn or Sioux Chief who have gotten their Pex B certified for use with expansion pex fittings and end rings with stops under the applicable ASTM F1960 standard. Zurn makes cone expansion heads for the milwaukee expansion tool that better expands the stiffer Pex B from Zurn. The only caveat is that in cold weather you have to get the Pex B pipe up to at least about 70 degrees or a decent room temperature so that when you do the expansion the pipe end doesn't crack and that has been found to solve the problem of cracking which was found to happen by plumbers working in cold weather in the Northeast. Continued good fortune with the house build and looking forward to more videos. BTW I have used the ball on chain with hose attached where the ball goes inside the pipe and gets expanded to block the water during a fill up for a leak test on the drainage system. There is no danger of blowing a T fitting threaded cap.
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.
Also, one man’s nightmare problem is another’s quick and easy fix, amazing to watch what a plumber can quickly remedy to like 6 drain pipes in one sitting
About five years ago I redid our plumbing with Pex, using the old "Red" and "Blue" style. As a DIYer I completely understand the term "Dummy pipe" lol! I also appreciated Jimmy explaining why they've since gone to all white Pex, that made great sense.
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.
I guarantee you love/be impressed with the mini split system I have a different brand which is a hybrid solar unit and it cut my power bill by 42% it’s amazing
Awesome video! I love getting to see these kind of details that can't easily be seen when a home is finished. A bit of a tangent, but I noticed that the PVC pipes you showed in the video are made by Charlotte Pipe & Foundry from my home town, Charlotte, North Carolina. I couldn't help but mention that once I noticed; just a bit of home town pride on my part.
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!
The system with the small line is on a condensate pump. Which will have a kill switch. If it backs up or stops working. The system will be turned off to stop producing condensate.
Thanks again for this. Not only has this been a great series. It's also a nice distraction from the crazy reality we are living in. It's much appreciated. I also used the LMNT link you provided as that product has been an important supplement for me the last few months It's a great product 👍
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.
We use PVC for sprinkler installs in $75m condominiums. Had two fittings break right before we turned the building over on an upper floor, caused about $500k worth of damage. PVC is tough but fitting defects can really be a pain.
Another great video. Great when a pro shows you how he deals with unexpected consequences. I remember our contractor had mismeasured a window location, when he realized the mistake he changed the framing it about 10 minutes. It would have taken me a few hours! But, like you, he knew what he was doing and knew what parts needed to be changed. Your open and organized wall cavities are great, sad that they need to be insulated.
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!
As a 20+ yr plumber. I was telling myself test the plug before the repair....LOL.but I had never seen one break like that either. Excellent work and quality Question : why not point the test tees out to be used as branch clean outs?
As a retired electrician and avid DiY'er, the only thing I "fear" is plumbing work. Your videos give me so much confidence that I can tackle the work and know that even if I make a mistake it can be be fixed without a lot of profanity and thrown tools. Thanks Stud Pack!
2:17 "really cold in the winter".... Paul, come on now. That is a relative phrase. Really cold to use Northerners is double digit ambient temps and -30-60 below 0 wind chills (and people farther North from me are probably thinking, "we'd kill for those warm temperatures", lol). Looks to be slightly below freezing (32 f) for regular real lows in Texas. lol That's hoodie weather for us Northerners
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!
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!!)
Jimmy’s seems to be a great plumber. Definitely keep him in your address book for future work. Him and his team did a great job and they were not afraid to be filmed.
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 👍
SP I've watched all of your videos and this is probably one of my favorites of all time. What a great show man, full of great knowledge. thank you again
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. 😊
what an awesome plumber. he drips knowledge and passion without being a bit arrogant. it’s so refreshing, great video
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!
No thank you. We don't need other inspectors on the jobsite.
Sounds like a great video!!!
@travisk5589 I was thinking the same thing, but inspections really benefit if you are someone who likes to do things the right way.
No intelligent person would hire an "inspector" through a YT comment.
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.
Yeah that sucked. Probably happened on a Friday too.
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.
@@jmaxim80
When a plumber doesn't even sweat the worst that can happen, you know you got a solid plumber.
That is really bad luck.. I would never trust a test tee again lol
@@digi3218
Sometimes, things fail.
The plumber was absolutely awesome. Very meticulous and highly skilled
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
This feels like good advice ...
@@3nertia Indeed it is.
🤣 yep
Jimmy seems awesome. There's something really satisfying about watching someone who's really good at what they do.
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.
They said they were going cat 6
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.
Take the time to actually learn how to terminate cat-6. Construction guys always screw it up by terminating it like old telephone line
@@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!
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.
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.
Same now, we use 3 lips gasket pvc pipes internally and externally in Europe. And now our pex comes with a watertight outersleeve.
@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.
@@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.
Nice bit of daylight behind that test tee piece. Looking forward to when you liquid flash the zip to the foundation.
i noticed that as well
@@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.
Very informative as always. Jimmy seems like a cool dude. Great when you can find someone that really takes pride in their work.
Your plumber is a great guy! He takes it all in stride and keeps on going.
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.
All great advice. Also check condensate pump connection locations so they stay dry to prevent nuisance tripping. Hopefully the newer units are designed better?
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
esp in Texas this pump will be running all the time
Jimmy sounds like a true gentlemen and an old school trader.
You guys are blessed to have contractors like that!
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!
Shout out to Jimmy for standing behind his plumbing work and getting it done!
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.
Thank God for good plumbers and thank God for stud pack showing us how things could go south
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!
What a great plumber. Good natured and good sense of humor! Nice work guys. The torque wrench made me laugh.
The man carries a torque wrench with him, now thats a true plumber
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.
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.
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!
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...
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!!
Quicker than a politician can tell a lie 🤣🤣🤣
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.
What a good dude. Knows his stuff, willing to share it, and deserves a ton of business.
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!
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.
Was also worried bout the rain thru that ... Then again it's treated lumber down there... Might be just ok...
Came here to make the same comment. That's quite the critter entrance
It will all get liquid flashed and sealed 👍
Robert did a great install on that HVAC. He ran those lines so good and straight.
Its so awesome seeing craftsmen doing their magic. Most people will never know the "art" that is behind their drywall. Great video!
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.
at 22:39
Also 21:55
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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 really like the plumbing walk through. Jimmy is a cool dude. Really like him.
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.
Why can I never find plumbers like this one? The dude is on point!
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
Any day of the week a Studpack video drops is the best day of the week.
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
Curious why you didn't route the upstairs condensate drain and shower supply down into the garage to shorten the lengths and eliminate the condensate pump. Great save on the plumbing repair.
Yeah, talk about a headache... Condensate pump in the wall. I assume it will be accessible via a panel.
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.
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!
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 couldnt help but notice that there was light coming from behind the pipe next to the floor by the broken fitting, did the exterior tape fail?
That’s where the plumbing repair was done. That had to cut out a chunk of the baseplate to get down to where they could get that pipe off. They’ll just have to add some tape or liquid flash over those spots now
Yeah, I noticed that too at 22:40. The hole near where he cut the pipe upstairs. So, to fix the hole would be the same way they sealed off the roof where the anchors were located? (They mentioned fixing that in the last video with the large window install and talking about the "roof leak")
Plumber was a cool guy for sure. Didn’t hesitate on the work and was super freindly and well spoken. Awesome!
Noticed some light at the foundation behind the plumbing you fixed. How are you dealing with this to keep air, bugs and moisture out?
I was wondering the same thing. Looks like the blade was pushed a little too deep
Good eye!
Yeah at 22:39 noticed the same thing
Love it when you can highlight others and their trade that take such pride in their work.
The video I’ve been waiting for this whole build!! YES!!! I knew mini splits was the way to go, nice work
Plumber is a 1st class act! Wish him the best
I saw some daylight at the slab where it meets the pressure treated bottom plate behind that main plumbing stack. We need to seal that up. Critter central.
I definitely prefer PEX expansion fitting system over PEX crimp or cinch fitting system but Uponor Pex A has suffered problems from Chlorine injected in Municipal water supplies to combat bacteria, and other organic contaminants. Apparently the inner white surface with undulations in Pex A is subject to corrosive deterioration from even low levels of potable water chlorine content. Uponor has been sued and settled in response to class action lawsuit but they have not changed the way the pipe is made in response to the lawsuit. Guess its a cost v. benefit value judgement for them.
I came across videos by Integrity Repipe videos by Joe Ludlow and followed up with my own research to confirm the undulation litigation actions with Pex A.
In order to continue using pex expansion system I now use Zurn or Sioux Chief who have gotten their Pex B certified for use with expansion pex fittings and end rings with stops under the applicable ASTM F1960 standard. Zurn makes cone expansion heads for the milwaukee expansion tool that better expands the stiffer Pex B from Zurn. The only caveat is that in cold weather you have to get the Pex B pipe up to at least about 70 degrees or a decent room temperature so that when you do the expansion the pipe end doesn't crack and that has been found to solve the problem of cracking which was found to happen by plumbers working in cold weather in the Northeast.
Continued good fortune with the house build and looking forward to more videos.
BTW I have used the ball on chain with hose attached where the ball goes inside the pipe and gets expanded to block the water during a fill up for a leak test on the drainage system. There is no danger of blowing a T fitting threaded cap.
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.
I always appreciate hearing true pros explain their work, and I love the look of truly professional installations.
Enjoyed watching a man skilled in his labor. Jimmy made it look easy.
Great plumbing work and re-work after the broken pvc! Jimmy is a true craftsman!!!
Incredible fix!!!! So close to the floor.
I had no idea you could even attempt to redo a solvent weld fitting! Always learning a ton from this channel.
Also, one man’s nightmare problem is another’s quick and easy fix, amazing to watch what a plumber can quickly remedy to like 6 drain pipes in one sitting
Jimmy and crew are awesome folks! I hope to see them again in the future!
About five years ago I redid our plumbing with Pex, using the old "Red" and "Blue" style. As a DIYer I completely understand the term "Dummy pipe" lol! I also appreciated Jimmy explaining why they've since gone to all white Pex, that made great sense.
Nice save with the test hose at the end. I must say I have collected quite a few specialized tools as I've done more and more small renos.
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.
I guarantee you love/be impressed with the mini split system I have a different brand which is a hybrid solar unit and it cut my power bill by 42% it’s amazing
Top class plumber great attention to detail
I just love it when stuff breaks for no reason - Andrew Camarotta
Awesome video! I love getting to see these kind of details that can't easily be seen when a home is finished.
A bit of a tangent, but I noticed that the PVC pipes you showed in the video are made by Charlotte Pipe & Foundry from my home town, Charlotte, North Carolina. I couldn't help but mention that once I noticed; just a bit of home town pride on my part.
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!
Things are looking great! My one fear would be those little condensate lines stopping up and water backing up and running down your walls.
I thought there had to be either a second backup drain or a cutoff switch if the water gets too high.
The system with the small line is on a condensate pump. Which will have a kill switch. If it backs up or stops working. The system will be turned off to stop producing condensate.
Thanks again for this. Not only has this been a great series. It's also a nice distraction from the crazy reality we are living in. It's much appreciated. I also used the LMNT link you provided as that product has been an important supplement for me the last few months It's a great product 👍
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.
We use PVC for sprinkler installs in $75m condominiums. Had two fittings break right before we turned the building over on an upper floor, caused about $500k worth of damage. PVC is tough but fitting defects can really be a pain.
It looks as though the electrical rough needs a little more work before inspection and before you can insulate, yes?
Yes we're waiting on the lighting plan. Jordan has some crazy LEDs picked out.
Y'all got a good man in Jimmy!! Enjoying the heck out of watching y'all building Jordan's house. Framing a houses was always a rush for me.
Carpenters and especially roofers have to think like water but plumbers take it to a whole different level. That plumber certainly knows his trade!
Another great video. Great when a pro shows you how he deals with unexpected consequences. I remember our contractor had mismeasured a window location, when he realized the mistake he changed the framing it about 10 minutes. It would have taken me a few hours! But, like you, he knew what he was doing and knew what parts needed to be changed. Your open and organized wall cavities are great, sad that they need to be insulated.
The plumber was great. Hope we see him on future videos.
Great video as usual. Really enjoyed watching Jimmy do his thing, definitely a master at his trade.
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!
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!
As a 20+ yr plumber. I was telling myself test the plug before the repair....LOL.but I had never seen one break like that either.
Excellent work and quality
Question : why not point the test tees out to be used as branch clean outs?
Yep. It is in the garage. It would have been a good solution.
One of the best videos of the Stud Pack Dream House yet.
As a retired electrician and avid DiY'er, the only thing I "fear" is plumbing work. Your videos give me so much confidence that I can tackle the work and know that even if I make a mistake it can be be fixed without a lot of profanity and thrown tools. Thanks Stud Pack!
2:17 "really cold in the winter".... Paul, come on now. That is a relative phrase. Really cold to use Northerners is double digit ambient temps and -30-60 below 0 wind chills (and people farther North from me are probably thinking, "we'd kill for those warm temperatures", lol). Looks to be slightly below freezing (32 f) for regular real lows in Texas. lol That's hoodie weather for us Northerners
I know... I'm a total wimp in the cold. Give me heat and humidity any day
Its a lesson to not put fittings right flush with the floor. At least it happened with the walls still open. Nice quick fix that way
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!
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!!)
Jimmy’s seems to be a great plumber. Definitely keep him in your address book for future work. Him and his team did a great job and they were not afraid to be filmed.
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 👍
Impressive to watch skilled tradesmen work. I appreciate the attention to detail.👍
SP I've watched all of your videos and this is probably one of my favorites of all time. What a great show man, full of great knowledge. thank you again
Excellent HVAC and plumbing subs. Great neat work
Jimmy the plumber kicks ASS!
Love that guy.
Plumber was so chill. Great job.
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. 😊