How to Install a Water Shut off Valve for Beginners
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Leah from See Jane Drill demonstrates how to remove an old water shut-off valve for a toilet, and install a new one (compression type). Learn how easy it is to do this task yourself!
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I’m a 75 year old Grandma who always has liked a challenge, but pressurized pipes have scared me. Your calm and reassuring explanation really helped me to know that I can do this job and won’t have to rely on a Plummer. Thank you so very much - You are wonderful!!
I agree, Jan. I'm an 80 year old female and didn't want to mess around with soldering. THIS I can handle. Thanks, Lia.
You’re a badass too1
You're a rockstar 💪
Lea, you made me tear up today after watching this video. I changed 5 bathroom under-sink valves and took you with me to watch it over to make sure to turn the nut in the right direction. I'm a 63 year old Grandma. My husband wanted to call a plumber. He was panicked at Lowe's because he would never attempt it. 30 year old valve were leaking. I used a ferrule removal tool to get the brass compression thingies off. I'm so thankful for you! Thank you! ❤
I'm putting in two new faucets on Wednesday. I'll be looking for your video of this. 👍
Wow! Nice job.
Welcome Irish-Triplet! We should form a See Jane Drill fan club!!!
I love this comment... I teared up watching the video too. I already demoed my kitchen sink but one of the shut off valves is leaking. I thought I was going to have to call a plumber but now I know I can do it myself! Lea, you are the best, thank you so much!
I panicked when my faucet broke 4am on a Monday morning. It was too early to call anyone so I jumped online and found you. I was crying because of my anxiety but felt better when I saw your face. Thank you.
I did it I did it. Put in new toilet flow parts, new shut off valve, new wax ring, new flapper, and flush handle. Thank you thank you thank you. You just saved me 700.00 Hawaii prices.
Jane's videos are good. Besides being knowledgeable, she has a straightforward, understandable, cordial delivery. She has the uncommon knack of explaining something in a way that makes sense to a newbies. Well done, Jane. Don't stop now! Today you helped me change a shutoff valve.
Her name is Leah
I watched 3 other videos before coming upon yours. Yours was the simplest and most well shot video. Thank you
Leah does these at her own speed to teach you as much as you'll need to know. I think some of the others assume more knowledge on the part of the DIYer, which can cause problems for first-timers. One thing we've all discovered over time is that just because you have the tools needed is no reason to expect success. You've got to know what you're doing going in, and have the knowledge to get yourself out of a problem (a "Plan B") in case things go astray.
I know, right?
answered my question before the other videos even got started thank you I like that more tools that I need well put
@@stever5887 qq
@@stever5887 ......,
I have now changed 4 shut off valves in my 1st house, and I've watched this video every single time.
Thank you!
you're very welcome, glad it was helpful to you!
Your videos are extremely helpful ... thank you
Did you use that pipe cutter tool too?
Anybody else think Leah should have her own show? I'd watch.
:)
Absolutely agree.I'll watch her anyday compared to the morons they have on these days
Yes! Leah is a skilled journeyman! She has many skills in the trades. She should have her own show. She has helped many people with here videos.
I'm just going to tell my girlfriend that I went to night school on fixing the sink. She dosent have to know that I saw this great video by a women.
I certainly would watch! Her videos actually make me feel empowered! She explains everything in depth and simply. Others assume you already have some knowledge and their instructions aren't as detailed. At the end of her videos she says, "you can do it!" As a 60 year old woman I feel I CAN do it! Thanks Leah!
Welcome to the wonderful world of See Jane Drill. This woman is a Godsend!
I don't think I've ever left a comment on TH-cam before. But, Leah, you are a living ray of sunshine! When I went down this random TH-cam rabbit hole at 4 AM I would never have guessed I'd find such genuine enthusiasm. I'm afraid your powers are too strong. I fear you've motivated me to do some DIY... after a bit of shut-eye, of course. Keep up the great work!
I have watched 3 of your videos during our bathroom remodel, and you are consistently the best teacher. Always so positive, and upbeat. You should have your own show!
this is her show 🥰
Jane, I love your videos so much. I'm an almost 50 year old woman who has a husband that knows less about DIY projects than I do - so I prefer to give things a try, myself. I just discovered that my dishwasher was connected to the cold water line for the past five years, and that the dishes must have been coming out clean because of the machine heating the water. But now they're coming out full of food and soap, and the water felt ice cold. Sure enough, when I checked under the sink, I saw the mistake. Now I'm trying to switch it, but the hot water shut off valve is soooo STUCK, I can't believe it! It won't budge at all, even after being oiled. And it's not soldered, either. I'm going to follow what you taught me in this video, and cut it. Thanks so much for helping people like me! We really love you for it!!!
I want Leah to teach me how to do EVERYTHING in my house. She is so good at explaining her tools and techniques! Also she generally just seems like someone I should get to know. Thanks Leah!
Her presentations are indeed of high quality.
Thank you Jane. I am 74 years young, female and I followed your tutorial. I was able to find the tool to remove the compression nut and sleeve and put on new 1/4 “ shut off valve. No leaks. Perfection! Love your belief in us.
Leah is an awesome instructor. I consult her videos before all my DIY projects. Her videos aren’t just about plumbing projects. I suggest you subscribe to her channel and look at her other videos. Thanks again Leah!
On a compression fitting: after removing the valve from the pipe, before you cut the pipe- apply a little pipe dope to the old brass ferrule... then slide the new valve in place and tighten the old compression nut to the new valve. Normally, it will seal up nicely without leaking. Once in a while it may not work, and then you can always cut and apply a new ferrule. This has saved me some 'Short Pipe Headaches" in the past! Great video! Thank you!
She's like the Bob Ross or Mr Roger's of plumbers! So sweet, soft spoken and positive! I love it!!
Thanks so much! This helped me a bunch!
Hi Leah! Thank you for holding my hand through this, you saved me from a bit of embarrassment! I'm a journeyman machinist and like to pretend that gives me license to fix anything, but when it comes down to it I'm glad I can go hide in the closet and get instruction from a real tradeswoman expert in her craft. Thanks for the education, we are all very glad you make these videos!
Hey! I'm a machinist to bro! Just watched a bunch of her videos to figure out how to install a new toilet! I'm glad I'm not the only one out there that needs a little help! 😁
Franco Vega
Yes you should have your show!!! You saved the day for me. Now I don't have to pay a plumber for something I can do myself. Your very professional and you make it so plain that even a fifth grader can do it. Keep it up, and I'll catch up with you on the next one.
Leah, Thank You. Installation Contractor wouldn't install my new Dishwasher because the hot water value would not close even though I told him we turn off at the water heater and the main inlet valve. He didn't like that idea and he left. Went to Ace Hardware, found the 1/4 turn valve and was able to replace myself based on your video. I also went ahead and Installed the Dishwasher myself. Calling GE tomorrow to get my installation money back.
Thank you for not playing music in your tutorials, as is the case with so much else on TH-cam. Without music in the background, I am better able to give your instruction my full attention, which is exactly what I need. Thanks again.
Well, you certainly saved my bacon today! I wasn't planning on replacing my shutoff valves, but after one of them failed while replacing a vanity, I knew you could walk me through it. Not only are your videos very informative and simple to follow, you also have a very positive attitude which is comforting. I was terrified of plumbing, but I was able to shut off the water main (hot and cold), cut off the old valves, installed new valves with compression fittings, turned the main supply lines back on, and no leaks! Thank you!
You have two main shut off valves ?
I only saw one here.
@@debbiedebbie9473 I think by “main” he’s talking about both the cold and hot lines. I don’t think he’s referring to the overall main shutoff. Nobody has two of those. That’s why it’s called a main. 😄
A big thank you, Leah!! I've now installed two of these. Using the ferrule puller, I've done a better job than the handyman I used to hire, who always kept the old nut and ferrule on there and used lots of teflon tape to control leaks. It took much longer to do it that way, with a lot of tightening and checking back and forth. The hard part was getting off the old overtightened nut. I recently heard that a ferrule should only be used once, then replaced. I encourage everyone to do this.
that's called a lazy handyman. you're supposed to change out the ferrule and nut EVERY TIME you replace the valve.
I just subscribed.
Over the years I have looked up little things I’ve needed to learn for maintenance work that I do or for little projects to help my mother in law... and I’ve always run into your videos. They end up being the best ones. You really are gifted; first, because you know what you’re doing and second, because you do such an awesome job at encouraging the viewers and helping them not be afraid of taking on these projects. Plus... your voice as you explain each step... is so reassuring. I’m about to replace the kitchen faucet shut off valves for a friend today and I’m not experienced with soldering. Your video just helped me figure out how to do it. Thanks!
I encountered the need to replace both shutoff valves when replacing our kitchen sink faucet. (Both existing valves were "el cheapo" and seized up after I turned off the water supply.) Your excellent video encouraged me to forgo calling in a plumber. Thanks!
Leah - Thank you for this video. Had a valve stuck open and soldered on. Bought a small pipe cutter and replaced with quarter turn compression valve. Easy, easy, easy.
Thank you for this video. I had a leaky compression shut off valve that needed to be replaced. I never did this & I honestly was nervous about if I should. This video was so informative from the tools needed to the end of the job. I followed step by step & successfully replaced my first shut of valve. You guys are amazing.
Leah is *awesome*! She absolutely needs her own show!
This video was exactly what I needed to see in my hour of weakness. After a few hour kitchen sink replacement turned into a weekend + Monday night ordeal, I was at the end of my rope and didn't know what to do. This was the missing piece for me that helped me connect the dots to get my faucet installed properly with the correct valves to 3/8" compression connections to the faucet. Thank you for your encouragement and knowledge transfer!
fantastic, Mark, I'm glad to have been of help to you!
I LOVE you, Leah. I'm unemployed going on 9 months now. Thought a pipe burst in my basement this morning due to below zero temps this week. It was only the shut-off valve. I immediately shut the water main off, watched your INCREDIBLY helpful and easy to believe in myself tutorial and now I have running water again and fixed it for less than $10. What a blessing! -XO
A tip for the new fitting is to put some tape on the wrenches you're using to prevent scratching the pretty finish on them. (And check it for leaks about every 6 hours for a few days as the normal water pressure in your house will rise and fall during the day and night.)
Great tips
So totally what moodyfish said
Leah, you are great. Thank you for taking the mystery out of replacing a shut off valve especially when the old one is soldered on. Always thought I needed a plumber for this job. Now I know that I can do it myself.
how did you know if it was soldered on or not? all i see is the nut and cant tell under the sink
I've been doing DIY repairs and upgrades for several decades now, and I recently found Leah and she has taught me new techniques. I have replaced several shut-off valves in my time, and everything Leah says is accurate, but there are "gotchas" that you can run into that I would hope Leah would cover. First, sometimes the old compression collar will not just slip off. How to remove it without damaging the pipe is tricky. I've used oil and pliers to work it loose. One must also be careful when tightening the valve. I've had them seep slowly, developing drops over several hours. If you overtighten the valve you can damage the pipe and then you have to go the step of extending the pipe as Leah mentioned. Learned that the hard way. If you have any advanced insights to share, Leah, for those more advanced difficult situations, it would be greatly appreciated!
I never leave comments but learning how important it is for others to read comments to promote I’ll add to it. Bought the parts to change it out. Then turned this video on it got the tools I needed and I was wondering you think she really works that fast. Yes it that easy thank you so much.
Ever since we moved into this house the downstairs toilet has been slow fill then after we had the outside pipes replaced it got very slow fill (5 minutes). Today I finally got around to fixing it. Turned off the water, removed the toilet tank and hose (tight spot), removed the old compression valve from half inch copper pipe. I worked the compression sleeve off by hand with the nut behind it, it came off pretty easy. Then had a friend come over, I could see the dirt plug in the pipe. He went down in the basement and turned on the water while I held a bucket over the pipe. It trickled for a second then blasted out. Yelled to turn off the water, bucket almost filled. Installed the new compression quarter turn valve, reinstalled the toilet tank with new bolts and gasket, reconnected and turn on the valve...it filled in one minute, how sweet it is!
First time seeing this speaker/educator...I love her. I recommend this to anyone but especially for first time home owners. Also, what a great motivational woman to show other women that yes, it's not scary and we can do it ourselves. Can't wait to see what else she offers.
Til you need to call a professional...
@@korazjian5251 That is indeed the key to successful DIY -- know when to hold 'em and know when to fold 'em.
I have been watching videos all week for DIY projects, this is the most comprehensible one I have seen yet. Very clear instructions. I will been going to this channel for my jobs now.
+Diane Franklin Hi Diane, glad you found us, and thanks for commenting!
You're amazing! This video made it a lot easier to understand step by step for a novice person and not get scared of tackling problems without spending hundreds of dollars to pay a plumber for a simple job.
Thank you!
Always happy to save someone money
I love Leah,
I'm a Purple Heart Combat Marine Corps Veteran and I have a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with cognitive function Involvement so I can get confused rather quickly and Leah explains things really well and I really appreciate it. Leah..I love you and thank you so very much.
Thank you for your kind words and your service!
I really like Leah. She explains things so well and calmly.
Awesome job explaining, Leah! You are an amazing teacher. You have a way of taking the intimidation out of your projects. Don't ever stop!
I have to do this tomorrow at my daughter's house. I'm going to have her watch the video and do the work. I'll bring the tools. Great video. Good advice.
+John Leeper That's great, good luck to you and your daughter on the project!
John Leeper Thauk u
Leah, you have given me the gift of confidence to this myself. Thank you!
Definitely needs your own show. OR a series of DIY works for home repairs. - Such a great teacher/explainer
🙂👍
Thanks for the video. If the fitting is soldered on, you can take a torch and heat up the pipe a bit and try just pulling the fitting off. Saves you a couple inches of pipe. Clean the solder off and you can then install a compression fitting. I have also on occasion wrapped a couple turns of tape around the wedding ring. Some people say no need on a new compression fitting, but I don't think it can hurt anything provided you are careful and don't over-tighten.
I don't know if your name is really Jane, but you are the best!!!! Especially for a WOMAN who likes to do home repair herself!! Simply uplifting and empowering!
Bernardette Thompson Hi Bernadette, my name is Leah, and I really appreciate the compliment! Thanks very much!
This video jusy saved me big time. I know zero things about plumbing. Broke my original water supply line to my toilet. It was connected to the valve. Using this video i was able to buy the partys and install a new. Whole installation was under 5 mins. Thank you so much for your videos!!! You are amazing!!!
hi, my kids broke the valve , please help
Zulma Camacho what exactly did they break?
Hi,they broke the valve it's was water everywhere
James Guerrero I
It is labor day weekend and this just saved me from calling in a plumber.
Thank you.
Easy for you--difficult for me. But your videos are so helpful, and I appreciate so much your encouragement and the way you do your videos. Thank you. It makes me wanna give it a try. To me, you're better than Bob Vila!
I am about to replace the shut off valves under the sink in my basement bathroom. I am glad that I can remove the soldered valves and replace them with compression valves! (even though I know how to solder... thank you to my father who taught me when I was young) Leah, you have seen me through more plumbing projects than you can imagine! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
Thank you, Leah! You are the best! You’re so knowledgeable and such a great coach. I thought I had messed something up during my replacement. I found your video and you walked me through it, calmed my nerves and helped me get it done.
This morning I was going to call a plumber. I found your video through Google and this afternoon, I have replaced that compression fitting, water supply line, and have a happy toilet again! :) Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! :) Can't wait to check out your other videos.
Same here... I was at that point of calling a plumber and her video saved me big time... Now I'm looking for valves to replace...lolol
Great video, clear tips, lots of confidence. You are such a natural on camera. Thank you so much for the excellent instructions!
Thank you thank you thank you. I am struggling financially, and I cannot afford to hire someone for every little thing. Last night, we had to turn off the water because of a leak in this shutoff. Not knowing how to do this, we started to take it apart and had no idea how to get this shutoff pipe off. You saved me!
I’m so thankful for your channel! I cannot tell you how many times you’ve saved me. I’ve learned so much. Thank you for taking the time to teach others!
You're such a good teacher. Thanks and please make more videos!
KnicksNYanks84 Thanks for the compliment! And you're welcome. :)
Leah, I had to use both of these styles of installation today (cut/no cut). It went well (it wasn't tight enough first try-lack of tightening) and I want you to know you made it possible. I'm terrified by pressured water, and you gave me the power to do it. I'm sincere and I thank you.
Thanks Leah. You just lowered my blood pressure.
Leah... THANKS! Watched both of your videos on shut-off valves. Now I am confident in replacing the valves in our bathrooms .
Because of your straightforward easy to understand videos, I was able to install 2 shutoff valves, 2 new BEAUTIFUL faucets and 2 toilets in my home! And I did it all myself!
Thank you!
I've watched tons of videos about this topic and this is the most detailed and simplest way anyone have ever explain how to do this she took her time and explained without using complicated words or contractor text book talk.....luv it...Best video ever
***** thank you! :)
I LOVE all of your videos! You really give the beginner, confidence! Thank you so much for sharing your time and skills. :)
+holly stoepker thanks!!
Always love and appreciate your vids! A woman taught me how to drive stick and a woman can teach me how to plumb haha
:)
Same
Thank you, Leah, it did work for me very well. Replace the shut-off valve exactly the way you said.
You are awesome! You clearly give the steps, tools, and helpful tips. You also zoom in close to what is going on which is SOOO helpful compared to many videos ---usually ones done by men ---where they film from a distance. I spent a few more $$ on a quarter turn valve...--otherwise I wouldn't have known the difference.
Hello Friend, I wasnt sure I could do this myself, Than I found your amazing video .....And I did it myself because of you and your video.....A Million Thanks from Greg:)
+gttorino68 you're very welcome, Greg, and I'm glad to hear that you did it! :)
Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Having a woman explain and demonstrate this subject matter has really made a difference
Thank you, Ms. Bigley! I appreciate your feedback...:)
seejanedrill Mike
Ms. Bigley's DIY day
I feel silly. I watched your video and thought “oh I don’t need to cut off the pipe, it’s okay.” Here I am six hours later realizing, “yes I do need to cut it off.” It’s been a long day. Thank you so much 💕
Thanks, just watched this video and changed the shut-off valve. It was straightforward with her excellent instructions.
My wife and I just purchased our home and are remodeling our kitchen ourselves. Never had to mess with plumbing before and are currently dealing with a leaking shut off valve. Thank you for sharing this. Now we will be saving money by doing it ourselves. 🙂
I appreciate your enthusiasm and for encouraging my confidence with this DIY task. However, this is one case where I wished I'd just called a plumber. I replaced the valve just as described, and all seemingly went well. I noticed a slight drip, so I attempted to give the valve a quarter turn to tighten the nut. This is where everything went downhill. For some reason, the valve shot off and water sprayed everywhere. This might be because it was late at night and our house didn't have a pressure regulator, so water pressure was higher. Compounding the problem, the bathroom was on the second floor. By the time we shut the water off at the main, a lot of water had come out and seeped through the floor to the ceiling below. We had to call flood control group to come dry out the ceiling. The bathroom floor had to be ripped out to be dried as well. A plumber came and installed the valve correctly and also installed a pressure regulator. Total cost of all this was around $5k. I'm not kidding. Next time I will pay $300 for a plumber to change a shutoff valve. For other DIYers, I'd recommend checking whether you have a pressure regulator on your house, and then if you're making additional turns to tighten the valve, maybe shut off your water main while doing this, and then slowly turn it back on each time. Make sure you have a clear path to shut off your water main should things go wrong. For example, make sure you can reach the valve easily.
I know this is an older video but you are amazing...
thanks, Stephen!
+seejanedrill so to begin the job, shut off the water main? ( cut off water from coming in house completely?)
WHOHI: YES!!!! Shutting off the main will shut off the water to your home while you do the job. Drain the faucets, too, to make sure as much water is out of the water lines as possible. Then begin your work. If still in doubt, hire someone qualified to do this job. Good luck!
And you
Thank you so much you rock this job took me 3 day was doing it back wards but for your video I earned my degree 📜 in pluming
If someone takes the time to make a video that helps people fix a problem before it affects others, they should certainly have Samaritan protection from spurious lawsuit. I made a good repair with this one, and solved a problem before it did more damage. Thank you, Leah!
Ms. Leah. Your videos are just a Rock. You make things look so easy and after watching your videos. Things are actually really easy. Thanks a lot.🙂🙂
Thank - you , so clear to understand and I feel I can do it , Tania
Nice job! Clear and concise...............Well Done!
BobsPlumbingVideos Thanks, Bob, I appreciate your comment!
That was a nice smooth instructional video of great quality. You are good!
I appreciate so much your videos. I have been leery of trying any plumbing needs but you have made me believe I can do this. Today I'm replacing my old wax toilet seal with a fluidmaster no wax seal. While I have the toilet away from the wall, I am replacing the valve. Finally, I am attaching a simple bidet after getting the toilet back in place. Hopefully I won't over tighten stuff or not tighten stuff tight enough. I think I can do this, because of what you have shown me...thank you for helping me believe I can accomplish something I didn't see in myself.
You are a beautiful person. you know how to speak to people . Thank you I wish you perfect health and kindness wherever you go sis. I was born missing my right hand and I'm attempting this , the plumber wants to charge us 175. I understand they deserve their pay but we sure can use the money for groceries, wish me success!
I learned something new today. Thank you
You are my favorite!!! Thank you so much for helping me feel capable 😍.
Piece of advice for everyone watching this. Make sure you are turning the compression nuts CLOCKWISE to loosen them. I just spend an hour going the other way thinking this was really hard. Learn from my dumbass mistake 😂
that's something that she MUST have said in the video. is too easy for her cause she is a pro but we can break something doing it the way most of the screw works.
@@januaryheights she may have, but I made the mistake and I figured maybe others overlooked it
The nut still loosens counter clockwise. It's coming off the back of the shutoff valve, not the front. But it is definitely loosening counter clockwise and is NOT reverse threaded.
@@B1GGERTHANJE5u5 idk about that, I literally spent an hour and a half turning this nut counterclockwise when I was changing the faucet and it wasn't budging. I turn it clockwise and it came off in 20 seconds. I'm just sharing my experience so people aren't wasting their time thinking the nut is stuck on when turning counterclockwise, when the possible simple solution is to just turn it clockwise.
@@B1GGERTHANJE5u5 He was speaking from his viewing perspective from the front of the valve with the nut in the back, but technically speaking, you are correct.
Leah, I just replaced it with no issues... Thank you for giving me the confidence!!!! You're AWESOME!!!! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you...
I just wanted to say thank you. You helped me replace a stuck valve so I can replace a toilet system that was squealing. All went flawlessly.
Thank you. And why the hell would anyone down vote this video?
HellaStupidStuff Because some houses have a threaded pipe, and she didn’t cover this fact.
@@espaghetti99 your right, there are also 4 different shut of valve that I know off. Sharkbite, compression, soldered, and threaded.
Plumbers.
Plumbers, contracters plain and simple. It costs them money to see people DIY.
downvotes are the angry droplets of water that never got to drip.
I wish I watched this before I had two hours or more of toilet repair frustration today.
+Chris O'Dowd LOL I feel your pain!
I've changed dozens of shutoff valves, 10 minute job. There was one I have to be under the sink for 8 hours till the leak was fixed! We all run into those when Murphy's law is in play.
thx for the video! u are a good teacher ;)
I was supposed to be replacing a fill valve in my toilet but when I went to shut off the water and it sprayed everywhere! I had never done a shut off valve and it was exactly like Leah explained/showed here. In fact, I decided to do two while my water was off. Thanks so much to Leah and seejanedrill!
I want to thank you so much. I was changing a faucet and riped out the shut off valve. After calling a few plumbers, i calmed down and looked for help on here. Your video was a lifesaver. You are awesome!
So easy I made my kid do it
Nice!!
Lol
Leah, you did it for me again. It was a little more complicated than I expected. I made a trip to the hardware store for a compression ring remover ($17). After that, easy peasy. The hardest part was getting onto the floor and working in odd positions. You saved me a bundle with your sage advice, like not tightening it down too much! Thank you so much.
I started to watch your videos as on 7/11/2020. I was able to install my first complete toilet be watching your video. I have to say it was very easy to do it. The toilet cost me 89.99 plus tax coming to around 95 to 96 dollars when you add tax. The person was trying to charge me 119.00 for installation. No thank you. I saved that money and still spent less than a 100 dollars. Thank you
I have to say your delivery is impeccable and you are an amazing coach/mentor! Not everyone can instruct in a way that is understandable to EVERYONE; but you have a gift!
I have 2 bathrooms in my house that needed new faucets. When I looked under the sink at the pipes, I found no shutoff valves and the copper pipes were sweated directly to the faucets! Apparently, this was common practice in the 70's here in Wisconsin. Oddly, my house was built in 92 so WTH? I already bought the new faucets, so I was going to hire a plumber to cut the copper pipes and add new valves and install the faucets. After watching several videos on TH-cam like this one, I'm going to do it myself. Probably going to save myself several hundred dollars, thanks to people like you. So, thank you very much for taking the time to show how easy this is.
You did such a great job explaining how to install the shutoff valve. I wish I would have watched this video before I installed. You video was very helpful and it allowed me to finish my sink faucet installation. Thank-you for the video.
So I've done some minor DIY repairs but never this. I had a leaking sink faucet and was unable to replace due to stuck, corroded shut off valves from last millennium. Of course, they were soldered on type. So thanks to this guide, I bought pipe cutters and was able to take off one valve cleanly. The next valve I was unable to fit the pipe cutter due to a lump of solder on the bottom of the pipe, there wasn't enough space to fit around so I had no way to take that valve off. I almost felt like giving up, but this video gave me inspiration, "it's so easy" you kept saying. So I searched around online, the other way to cut a copper pipe is with a "mini" hacksaw, which I went and bought and it takes a lot longer and more effort to saw through the copper, but I did it. I then installed the shiny new compression fitting, quarter-turn angled stop valves and... it ... just worked! Now I have a shiny new bathroom faucet with working shutoff valves. Everyone in my family is happy and we saved hundreds of dollars on a plumber. Thank you Leah and See Jane Drill for inspiring me to be able to do this!
We are so happy we found your videos. You are clear, and your pleasant personality shines through. Thank you!!
I needed to replace a faucet, then realized the shutoffs were also in need of replacement. When you came up near the top on TH-cam, I breathed a sigh of relief - i have long loved and trusted your vids. Many thanks!
Leah, your videos are well made and very much appreciated. I am off to replace my cold water shut off. Thank you Scott