One of the best channels on youtube today imo. Kudos to you for taking care of yourself and always embracing feedback. Your humble attitude isn't lost on anyone.
Robert Sepehr has been the reigning champ for me lately too. I watch stud pack and then watch some history and anthropology guy talk about the occult. So much good stuff hidden behind all the bs on youtube.
Not only are you a skilled tradesman, but you are a great teacher. And you have a very approachable and down to earth way about you. I think one of my favorite aspects of this channel is the mutual respect you two have for each other. It's rare to see a father / son combo that gets along so well and appears to really enjoy each other. Keep up the great work. I hope your Stud Pack house is a great success and I hope you keep making and sharing these videos.
beautifull job all around......DME construction in SOCAL....thumbs up always.....and now for a cold one. oh, the word for the day is "elastic recoil" and NAIL PLATES GALLORE!!!!!!!
We already know how good the channel is but the fact that your viewers show enough concern for your physical well being and make suggestions about taking care of it is impressive. The best part of it is you actually look into it and graciously accept those thoughts and not to ignore them. You and Jordan are very easy to like are not full of yourselves like some other you tube channels out there. I’m enjoying all the new tools that you’ve been showing, they will earn you more money in less time so it’s a definite win 🥇
yes agreed again I was just showing a friend of mine who I'm doing crown for, a clip or two from a video and I was like, cuz I had mentioned them before, see they're really informative in the down-to-earth way, he says yeah. And I was like and you can't deny that they have an infectious charm and a charismatic energy. To which he responds undoubtedly
I worked as a plumber for 4 years in SD, we also used PeX systems - but it was the other kind, with the metal crimp rings. Love the stuff, never had a complaint. Right now, I am doing a kitchen remodel and the bossman got some PeX fittings just line you are using. Imagine my surprise when the fitting wouldn't even go into the pipe. Looked into it, discovered that there is more than one style of fitting. Boss decided to try this new type, so he got some rings and the expander tool (the manual one, no batteries for us!). It took 3 days before we could turn on the water - every one of the fittings leaked until the plastic tightened down enough. Just give me the old kind where you can turn the water back on as soon as you have assembled the water lines.
Last bathroom I had installed I insisted that the valves be on the opposite end of the shower, best decision I ever made on plumbing shower. No need to get wet turning the shower on and you don't have water constantantly dripping on valves which removes a leak point from direct contact with water spray.
Same thing goes for the shampoo niche. Seen a bunch of bathroom with shampoo niche under shower head getting all wet and soapy with mold. Best to install away from the shower opposite side of the wall.
So glad you joined the world of PEX. I have completed whole home residential jobs in renovations on older craftsman homes with this product and I love it. I prefer home run over trunk and branch so I can have zero joints in the walls. All my connections are outside the wall, to the mana block on one end and I stub out with 90 degree tube holders then cut to length. Then, I attach my valve. I know the tube should not be exposed to Uv light so I use Aluminum or chrome colored flashing tape to cover the stub out. My largest job was 36 water circuits and it is still perfectly working to this day. Doing stub outs this way also reduces cost of copper and I no longer sweat the joints. Time saver for sure. Love your channel and like you, I am a Vet. 25 Army years. Cannot wait to see what is next on your channel. Have a good one brother.
Pex A is the way to go! I did my bathroom a year ago and had my 15 year old son and 9 year old daughter do the Pex A fittings to show how easy they are. Major gamechanger!
I switched to PEX 3 years ago. Never ever going back to copper unless it is required in plans. Best Tool Ever!!! Be sure to mention to viewers that there is Pex A and B and that they are not compatible fittings.
If they're not compatible, that's gotta be for a good reason. Probably "they're not meant for the same things". I'd like to know what the major and maybe minor differences are between Pex A and B, and the use case (aka when, where, and why) for each type. For example, I'm wondering if one kind of PEX is better at withstanding the water in the pipes freezing, or if either kind is suitable for use with hot water based baseboard radiant heating systems like we have in my house. Being that it's plastic, I have my doubts about that second one, but Pex tubing being rather flexible means that it theoretically should be able to withstand a frozen pipe condition much easier without failing. EDIT: I'm also aware that there are now systems out there for distributing compressed air that are based on plastic pipes rather than the more typical black iron pipe of days gone by (great cause now you don't have to worry so much about those pipes rusting). However, for someone on a budget I'm wondering if PEX could be pressed into that application. See, I've got a large garage at my house along with pneumatic tools, and the compressor is gonna have to stay in one spot. So I want to know if I can save some money by using PEX for the compressed air rather than black iron pipe or a (likely high-dollar) system based on polymer pipe or aluminum pipe.
@@44R0Ndin They are basically the same thing, Pex A has larger diameter fittings for higher water flow and Pex A is constricted by the flair fitting you saw on the video. Pex B has smaller diameter fittings which constrict water flow AND they are crimped around the Pex by a metal ( usually stainless steel) band that requires a different pliers that will fasten the pipe to the fitting. I have both systems because you have to go with what’s already in the home. However I do not like the Pex B crimp rings because I have seen corroded ones and I won’t put that inside a wall.
@@gerrylara4783 Pex A. The constriction rings are stronger and will never corrode in a wall. If a customer already has Pex B in the house I can create a transition with other fittings to get to Pex A and go from there. If you go to a home center and look at the packages that the fitting come in they are clearly labeled A of B
@@jeffreyhalet9632 Copper crimp rings corroding? Or are you talk about stainless steel "pinch" or "cinch" rings? In either case, ring corrosion to the point of "corroded" (structurally compromised) is almost unheard of. In any case, Pex A system is superior in many respects but also a good chunk more expensive to deploy. Pex B is good enough for most home uses, and many sources who've tested it show that the difference in flow rate between Pex A and B is negligible. In my case, gradually changing my house's extremely corroded old galvanized pipes as time and money allows, Pex B has worked phenominally. I use brass compression fittings wherever possible, as they have slightly better flow rates than the plastic fittings. And I use Sharkbite "push-to-connect" fittings in many places in the basement where I know I'll be changing the layout with a future project, and those have worked absolutely without a problem and allow quicker, easier changes as my plumbing replacement project progresses.
Here's my story about getting started with PEX, but from a designers POV. I started working at a mechanical engineering firm about 20 years ago and they taught me how to do plumbing design. That's drawing plumbing plans, which is showing the route each pipe should take, and what size each one should be. The engineers at the firm always specified copper tubing so that's what they taught me to design for. I left that firm after a few years, and had an opportunity to do plumbing design for residential architects. I specified copper tubing on the first few projects, but the plumbers doing residential work said they use Uponor Aquapex, not copper. The plumbers told the architects they'd like the plumbing plans to be sized for PEX and I was caught flat footed. I had Uponor send me their design manual which has sizing charts and maximum velocity specifications. That's allowed me to size Aquapex according to Uponor's specifications. I also talked to local plumbers to ask them if they installed PEX conventionally, like a tree, or if they used the home run system. They all said they preferred the conventional layout. With the manual, and the feedback from plumbers, I've been able to design systems that get approved by plan review, and the plumbers seem to be happy with them. The plan reviewer at the city who checks plumbing plans said that even he didn't have a copy of the Uponor manual at that time. He said that I was the only person in the city, including engineers, who was using it back then. I'm sure that I'm not the only one by now, but the city guy has always given me respect for doing things right.
Tell all your design buddies to tell the plumbers NOT to run lines in the attic. The typical high heat environment preheats the cold lines so that in the summer or on hot days, you now have "hot" cold water for minutes until the lines clear. It's a huge waste of water and very annoying. I am building my house out(full remodel) and I had to stop the rough plumber from doing this and run them properly under the house(raised foundation) where they were original. The lazy bastard just wanted to loop the long runs up and over in the attic space since it was a ton easier. He was not happy and whined that he always runs them that way. Not in my house you don't. BTW I was very hesitant to put PEX in, but succumbed to multiple plumbers' recommendations and the cost difference. Crossing my fingers it outlasts me.
@@ocavant If I designed where you live, I would ask if the client wants their piping routed overhead, or under the floor, but that's not an option here. 99% of all construction here is single story, slab on grade. They used to run soft copper lines in the ground and pour the concrete slab later. 40 - 50 years goes by, and the copper lines start to leak, then you have to bust a hole in your floor to fix each of them. People here are not thrilled with having pipes under concrete now, so everything is above the ceiling. We call for all the lines to be insulated, but that doesn't keep cold water from getting warm after sitting for a long enough time in the space above the ceiling. If someone wants cool water here, they keep a jug of water in the refrigerator or they buy a refrigerator with a chilled water dispenser in the door. As for the longevity of PEX, they've been using it in Europe for decades, failure from time in service is longer than copper. Erosion is the thing that gets pipes, and it's harder for erosion to gouge through a rubbery material than a hard one. Try sanding a piece of copper, then do the same to a piece of PEX. You can abrade PEX pretty easily, but it's hard to make much headway. At least, that's my theory.
@@deezynar I’m doing a bath remodel and concerned about the brass fittings since I have municipal water I somehow stumbled on some talk about them eroding. I’m hoping the problem was with an older type fitting. I seen pictures of corroded Pex fittings but can’t find info to get to the bottom. You know anything about that?
Excellent video, welcome to Pex! The Uponor Pex A system you’re using is fantastic but worth mentioning that it’s better suited to contractors (where time is money) than weekend DIYers on a budget. Pex B for occasional home plumbing projects is still a great time saver over copper for those who don’t “plumb” for a living, and the equipment and materials are considerably cheaper than Pex A. As this channel grows in subscribers and sponsorships, I hope you don’t lose sight of the DIYers on a budget, which you’ve always been considerate of. Thanks for your excellently produced and edited (Jordan! 👍) videos sharing your knowledge.
PEXA is superior over PEXB in flow. The PEXB fittings have smaller inside diameter to allow fitting to slide into pipe. If using PEXB I have heard it suggested you upsize pipe by 1 size.
@@cyraxkin No doubt, but they know most of their subscribers are not active contractors, or they wouldn't explain things in the detail they do. They appeal heavily to DIY, and they know it, and they've been great for us.
@@Tacompton425 That's true, but if you get metal fittings the reduction is minimal. But don't use plastic ones, it's much worse there since plastic is weaker and the fitting is thicker.
PEX A is such a sweet solution. When working in cool areas a heat source is required to assist the shrink of the fitting. Most mention a heat gun but I had great results with a travel blow-dryer (Enough heat & the small footprint works in narrow joist & framing).
I can't describe how valuable your videos have been for me. I do maintenance for an apartment complex, and I've used so much from your videos to improve my on-site time for requests, reduce costs, and drastically improve my overall renovation quality. Your type of knowledge and communication of said knowledge is very much appreciated!
Pex A fitting clamps along with the cross polymer in the pipe create 1500 pounds of memory trying to get back to where it started. You will still find that there may be a small drip but it will normally resolve itself as it continues to squeeze down. What’s so awesome is that you will never forget a pipe connection because the fittings won’t go into the pipes until it’s expanded. The expander tools are very expensive but they will most definitely pay for themselves on a single large job with the time saved.
Another great video! FWIW, the plumbing tape they use in this video is called "Blue Monster." I'm sure they've probably mentioned it before, but it's the best plumbing tape. Your attention to quality products along with your high quality workmanship just further shows your immense amount of experience, and you are only getting better. Great work!
Likeable, hard-working guys delivering useful information and detailed demonstrations in real-world application, with just the right amount of production polish. Could be the best channel on TH-cam.
1:10 Yes! Using cheap galvanized, I have changed my outside hose bib so it’s at human level (4 feet high), and added a faucet for filling dog water bowls, buckets, etc. It cost about $20 and is a shockingly better solution. And I used Pex to run a water line 60 feet to my backyard … run inside my wood fence. Super easy.
I love that Paul briefly re-addresses some of his tips and tricks as he installs and builds regardless of how many times he's mentioned it in videos past. It really helps as a refresher/reminder to remember to try these tricks out (finding center with less hassle for example) when I've been doing something one way for so long.
I've been working with PEX-A and the M12 tool for years as a plumber. I love that system and use it in almost all my water piping. It's even the pipe I put in my house 14 years ago when the copper became corroded and I've never had a single problem
I guess they’re doing it right then. I thought that expander ring was supposed to be slid back out of the way when expanding the pex, then slid back to the end after inserting the fitting.
@@lukeblackford1677 they're doing it right. The ring hangs over the end of the pipe just a hair (they finally started making rings with stops in them lol). Then both the pipe and ring are expanded. They're using PEX-A. PEX-B uses a clamping ring after pushing it on the barb, that might be the PEX pipe you're thinking of
I'm thankful for the comments from the pro plumbers here. I'm just a DIY-er and have never used PEX before, but am planning to finish out a full bath in my shop using PEX. Around here all the plumbers except one, that I've talked to, only use PEX B and stay away from the Upanor. I don't know why. A Ben Franklin plumber wow'd me when he torched-heated a piece of Upanor until it sagged right down and then, when he removed the heat it lifted and straightened itself just like the T-1000 in Terminator 2 🙂 . I was definitely impressed. If you guys are willing to use it behind drywall, then I guess I should be willing as well. What about underground? Do you use it there? Our houses are all slab-on-grade so most repairs are jacked or tunneled.
@@nevillenewman2785 It's excellent underground and below slab. The thing to remember is it needs protection anywhere it will contact concrete or metal. You can use sleeving or pipe insulation to protect it. A trick I sometimes use is to sleeve the PEX inside PVC at those points, but you have to plan that ahead of time to run the PEX through the PVC before attaching any fittings
Another fantastic video boys! Glad to see Milwaukee realizing your value. Ask them for a planer so you can get those walls absolutely plum square and level before you put backerboard on the walls. It will save you so much time when you get to the tiling. I wished I had done it 15 years earlier!
I love that you guys use monster thread tape. It's really good tape my company made it a mandatory monster tape then pipe dope It's seems like an overkill but it's a very rarely thing to have a leak. Leaks seriously have cut down significantly. Love your videos love the father and son duo
I've been a DIY residential renovator for many years. I think I've learned everything by doing it wrong at least twice. Thank you guys for showing Father/Son teamwork, for having great attitudes, and showing how to deal with mistakes. I've also learned at least a few building tricks from you guys!!
Thanks for showing all facets of the construction process including the return trip to the store to pickup the stuff you forgot about or didn't know you needed. Truly, a standard step in the construction process. Love seeing you use expansion pex. It's so much easier! You never sweat when you expand.
Dude, everyone knows this but Paul is amazing as a camera personality...and obviously as a tradesman. Respect. From an expro baseball player who does handyman work now
Really nice you guys. I get a kick and learn a lot from you. I did however, beat you to switching to PEX/Uponor back in 2013 and never looked back. I still have the skills/tools for crimp and sweat and use them when I have to, but PEX A is the way to go I think. Plus, it expands/contracts in changing weather...no more freezing worries. Even though I live in the desert (117 F now), in winter it freezes on occasion and surprises some people with vacation houses. Not to mention the burst pressure being tested to over 500 psi before bursting as well as -40F expansion freeze test without bursting when PEX B, copper, PVC and CPVC all burst. Then there is the flow rate of PEX A being a true full I.D. on the fittings. I have the PEX B crimp tool as well and it works pretty good, but it's bulkier than the 12V Milwaukee, not as easy to fit into places.
I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!! Your exuberance and attitude are so addictive. Milwaukee has been my go-to for years when it come to my battery powered small tools. This is the first time I have seen PEX installed. Doesn't seem to get any more easy than that!!!
I do admired the fact that you took in consideration the comments about your health and that you also let us know you did something about it,. That's just awesome.
15:37 in and great vid; nice editing, transitions and all! I know most are going to say AHHHH or NO; but next time just take the handle off the shutoff valve and you don't have that trip/spray hazard. Tape the handle and screw to the assembly so it doesn't get lost. Got a subscriber here!
I love pex. Suggest that you mention the difference between the different types of pex tubing and fittings so people don't incorrectly try interchanging them. Also mice and rats like chewing on pex like they do on Romex wire. So make sure you block access to it by mice, especially in an area that will be difficult to access for repairs later on like behind a tiled wall.
@@harrycojones4273 Major advantage in freezing climates like my place in Michigan is that pex tubing won't split when water freezes in it like copper will. It can flex/expand. See Matt Risinger's channel where he runs freezing tests on different plumbing tubing. I spend extra on the brass fittings instead of the less expensive plastic fittings so they can better withstand a frozen plumbing situation. I'm putting Pex in my personal home remodel and just used it it 2 homes I rehabbed/flipped. I used Pex B in the rehabs but I'll be using Pex A in my personal home.
How are you guys so awesome? The charisma. The clear explanations. The gravitas! Keep it going guys, Stud Pack is so good! Also, your editing is fantastic.
I also have hot and cold water on my garden hose however I also hooked it up to my compressed air system to be able to blow it out in the winter to prevent freezing. Hose and all.
Loving how thorough these videos are and how we are getting a small look at everything! Plus, I am now dying of anticipation to know which inanimate object I'll get to live vicariously through next!
After watching your kitchen remodel a few months back, I bought the pex a m12 and did all the plumbing myself. More than tripled my savings on labor vs the cost of the tool plus I learned something vital. Thanks for giving me the confidence to do it!
@@Thejrb11 No doubt a spammer. There was a VERY busy one here; I have already reported 62 scam 'You're a winner' replies (in just this video!), and I am not even half done here...
I have waffles on the milwaukee per tool. But after watching you use it. That is is going on my tool to buy list. You both do such an awesome job. I appreciate the time you put in making the videos for us all to watch.
Milwaukee, Rigid, or Dewalt...depends on which battery system you may already have. I'm a Dewalt guy, plus...the Dewalt system was over $100 less than Milwaukee.
"Which ones need more love then others? Well, we're gonna show you" AUTOMATIC THUMBS UP. You guys rock, 24 months after I watched my first video of yours, *still* the only channel I can't *not* watch immediately. Only other contender?.. "Practical Engineering"
Really agree with the other comments you get. It's- very refreshing and instructive to see how you embrace constructive criticism, even when its very personal. Everyone likes how you are open about mistakes and even some minor shortcuts you take on a Sunday night..! I personally like the little references to morale deflation when you realize something is messed up - and of course the re-boosting later when you know it IS finally right. You seem to have a sure touch with the sponsored tool messaging too. You really do have a distinctive and superior TH-cam channel now. We appreciate it. Thank You.
I too have waited to switch to pex for too long. I'm an old bastard, but I guess I'll go plop down the money. I haven't even been using pro press. I'm still sweating copper. Also, been hanging lots of doors, and aside from having to buy one additional spyder hole saw that didnt come with the kit... I love mine. I have put them to task for about 2.5 years. still love em. Can't wait to tune into Jordan's house!
Absolutely love that tool-and I’m not even a plumber. If you ever find yourself needing to remove a fitting, a heat gun or torch is your friend. Heat the ring to soften and carefully slice the ring (perpendicularly) to remove, then continue to heat the pipe for final removal. In a pinch you can reuse previously-removed fittings. Also if you get a kink, heat it and it’ll return to its original shape. Lastly, pipe bend supports are usually less expensive than 90° elbows (if you have the room), are quicker, better flow, and less joints.
@@adamdimaggio2237 when you have the room to cut them yes, absolutely-it’s faster-but if you don’t have the room or short on fittings (which was my point) then heat works in a pinch.
I have hot water in the driveway faucet. Code requires that it not have a handle but instead must use a Key to operate it. I put all the house faucets in a Nema 4 stainless steel electrical junction box that has a lockable handle. Each also has a 24vac heater element (its actually 400watt 120VAC but not fed with the high voltage) and thermostat for the winter. There is a perforated metal safety cover over each element. Each box is oriented so that a 1/8 dtrain hole in one corner that will drain out any water that accumulates in it. I insulated the box doors with black rubber foam insulation. Just a little trouble with ants sometimes through the drain hole but a small dose of ant granules take care of this.
Thx 4 sharing this video, I really like how U mount all the things "nice & solid". I also like how U think & do things, showing the pex expanding tool & "new" hole saws was nice to see as well.
I have the same Pex Expander. The best plumbing took Ive ever owned. Ive heard it struggles in the 1” stuff but Milwaukee makes a larger M18 version as well for people doing larger pex
@@plumbbuild6517 Ive only used the batteries that came with the kit. I have no idea what they are and 3/4” is the most Ill probably ever be messing with but if I need to use 1” ever Ill be sure to remember that. All of my tools are m18 but I have that expander in m12 and thats the only m12 I have.
Thank you for the introduction to using PEX!! Well covered and kudos to Milwaukee for providing you the top of the line Pro Pex Expander!!! I'm sure you will be making optimum use of it. Please keep the great, informative, and educational videos coming!!
Being a older construction guy it took me awhile to get away from hard pipe copper I still would not use PEX under Pier and beams to many critters to chew into my lines another great video you guys thanks
Thanks for taking the mystery out of Pex connections. I am ready to tackle my bathroom remodel - switching from one old vanity to two separate modern ones. Great job, guys. You make it all worthwhile!
Paul, I was SO impressed to see you going with Pex A!!! You lucky dog even scored the tool from Milwaukee!!! A little suggestion from me to you...ditch the Teflon tape and go with Loctite 567. Teflon tape can shred and clog valves etc...You can thank me later. :) You should also mention the biggest advantage to the Pex A is all the fittings are FULL FLOW and do not restrict the flow like Pex B or C.
I still sweat copper for all the piping in the utility room from city supply to softener, heater and manifold. From the manifold is all pex-a and i bought the M18 instead of M12.
Oh I agree 100% on the pex expansion tool! We re-plumbed 90% of our home during our renovation. We used pexA pipes. It was the easiest plumbing I've ever done. The advantages of Pex A are plentiful. We are also in agreement on the hot and cold hose bibs on the outside of your home. It's so nice having hot water for clean up jobs outside your home.
It’s great to see somebody else that gives a hoot about what they’re doing, the trades are really hurting for people that (A) Know what they’re doing and (B) Care enough to do a good job… P.S. Loose plumbing rough in’s drive me nuts too…
20 mins on any other channel on YT is an absolute chore, but 20mins here is an absolute breeze! Great content and knowledge being shared here! Long live the stud pack!
Been following y’all for about a year and a half or so, I love your videos! I learn so much and Paul you’re so humble and kind. You guys are definitely one of the best channels. Blessings to your guys’ family through the move and stuff!
Wow another great trip ,to try out your shower valve by hooking it up to a hose,I've been remodeling for right at 22 years and I'm still learning,simply love building homes,GOD BLESS
Just realized the last 3 houses I've lived in had at least one faucet up high... And then the other one was practically in the dirt. So I'm definitely a fan of no bending over hose bib.
Bought that Milwaukee pex tool when I replumbed my whole house. Expensive but worth every penny since you can get into so many tight areas. Once you go pex everything else is considered obsolete!
Next thing to add to the toolbox is a propress, hands down the best remodel plumbing tool to have. Especially once they changed the lead content in the fittings. You can propress your pex fitting on old line with no problem ever if it’s wet or leaking, then run your pex from there. It’s legendary in so many situations
These two guys [jets] are for these two guys [cheeks]. ROFLMFAO! I love how you guys walk us through not only the actual work, but the thought process and planning to make sure the end result is exactly (or as close as possible) what you want. Thanks for another great video guys!
Great video - BEAUTIFUL JOB! One suggestion. You might want to consider using Sharkbite connectors for your shower control. Why you ask? The Sharkbite connectors can easily be disconnected if you need to replace your control valve. Where I live, the water is hard and the control valve has to be replaced every 10-15 years. I am prepping to remodel my two bathrooms and replace the soldered-in control valves for the showers and I am not looking forward to it. if they had Sharkbite connectors, the job would be far easier. I realize that you can heat the PEX and remove it, but I trust the Sharkbite connectors more than PEX that has been reheated.
It's going to be tiled. I personally never run sharkbite behind a wall where I can't get to it, but if the controller goes bad, it's going to be tile breaking time anyway. Sharkbite is great for repairs when you don't have other options.
@@AKJammer1 Yes, I used to be just like you. I had an experience that changed my mind radically. I had to replace my exterior water line connection to my house during the 2009 recession and I was hurting for money. Our state was devasted by Obama's asinine economic failures. I decided to use Sharkbite fittings, even though I did not trust them like you. I especially did not trust them for the main connection to my house, but in my situation, I thought they would at least last a few years. Fast forward to today, approximately 12 years later and I have never had a problem with the main connection I installed that has three Sharkbite connectors. It's never leaked or had any problems. Based on this experience, I have grown to trust them nearly as much as soldered connections. I am going to be installing new shower controllers in both of my bathrooms and I am considering installing a stainless steel square behind the escutcheon on the control valve that will allow me to change out the shower control valve if necessary. In my location, the hard water eats them up and I don't like soft water systems. One caveat on this line of thought. It appears that Kohler and Delta are using hardened stone-like discs within their valves, so that it is unnecessary to replace the cartridges in the shower control. I have a Kohler kitchen faucet and its valve mechanism appears to be designed to protect from hard water. It also has a coating on it that protects water spots from clinging to that Kohler calls "vibrant" and it really works spectacularly. I can use a wet rag to clean the faucet in less than a minute, it's amazing. My kitchen faucet is three years old (approximately) and it looks brand new. It just blows my mind. I just bought two Kohler bath faucets for my guest bath that have the same Vibrant coating. I was never a Kohler fan until I bought my kitchen faucet from Costco (I knew I could return it if it sucked). If your shower control valve has this technology, it is possible that it will never need to be replaced - or at least, it will last a couple of decades before replacement is required. You did a great job on your video and you're absolutely right, nobody makes the shower control valve accessible. However, I am considering making mine accessible in some manner when I remodel my bathrooms. Again, you did a wonderful job with your video and it is very informative.
I just dropped by out of nowhere and I gotta say your vocal delivery and vocal confidence are so clutch in a video like this. Your explanation is master-class.
Kudos on your working out routine. I started the same in July. I feel better already. / Those Milwaukee tools are nice. / I often think hose faucets and electrical outlets should be waist-high. Not certain Code would like waist-high electrical though.
I saw a build in an Eastern Euro country that sealed PVC without chemicals. There was a double-ended 'heater' tool, with a handle out the bottom. The inner PVC tube went on one side of the heater, the outer side on the other. After a few seconds of heat, and smoke, both tubes were removed from the heat and smashed together, and when they cooled the seal was permanent. I think.
Uponor and pex A has been around for years! The down side is some places do not carry pex A and B only one or the other. Also pex A and B have two different types of fittings that are not interchangeable between.
That’s awesome! Taking a much needed break from our remodel to catch up on the latest studpack! Been using your drywall videos like crazy, this will be my 3rd drywall project and FINALLY one I will actually admit to doing!
My friend you make it look so easy!! But finding the right tool for the job helps, and doing it for a living you have found out the hard way too. Lol. Love watching your videos keep up the good work.
You guys rock! Love the videos and learning so much. Keep it up! Some of the best content I’ve come across. Also love the nod to the comments section.. haha!
Great video! What type of screws are you using to secure the stub-outs? I have always used copper nails to be sure that there won't be premature metal deterioration, but would love to have an alternative.
@@conradcoolerfiend dissimilar metals - unless they are using stainless steel screws, that is okay to use with copper - maybe coated screws will be okay, brass, copper okay, anything else - no
When working around those long-handle ball valves, I have learned to be very thankful for the screw that lets me remove the handle so I don't make a boo-boo.
No doubt. Related note, the second digit printed on any PEX pipe indicates UV light resistance. One of the few weaknesses of PEX is how fast it can be destroyed by light. In some places, the inspector will cut it up on you if he sees a roll sitting outside in the sun with no cover on it.
@@FrankGraffagnino Anytime. The number "3" in the second position represents 6 months of UV exposure, which is the highest rating in the ASTM F876 standard. You always want to keep PEX out of the sun, but it's nice to have some margin for error.
love using the uponor expansion ring pex-a system! one thing you'll find (and it will drive you CRAZY) is sometimes if tubing gets wet the white ring will slide down / away from tool when expanding. answer is take a break and use a cloth / paper towels to get tubing bone dry again :). took me a while to figure that out. always enjoy your vids!
I was having the same problem but I use surname expansion rings they have a lot better stop and the new shark bite expansion rings have a better stop as well I like uponor pipe but there expansion rings suck
Dang ole auto correct on my phone Lol but the zurn expansion rings and the shark bite expansion rings are better in my opinion . But everyone has their own opinion I’m not a big fan of the uponor rings I’ve had to many 3/4 rings slip on me and had to cut the pex back to install a new sleeve I’ve never had that problem with zurn or shark bite.
This is my favorite vid so far. So funny, and your attention to detail makes my perfectionist DIY self happy. You got my thumbs up after the "be the change you want to see" salute.
Excellent video guys. A + content, A + production and A + talent. PEX A and Uponor fittings seem to be the global choice for most plumbing applications. The battery powered expander by Milwaukee is a thing of beauty. Keep up the great work guys. Blessings
How lucky is this kid to have. A great dad….
One of the best channels on youtube today imo. Kudos to you for taking care of yourself and always embracing feedback. Your humble attitude isn't lost on anyone.
Of course he is humble. You can train a monkey to do this work. Residential work is bottom of the barrel.
Very well said. I mean the amount of effort and knowledge Paul has is incredible. Thank you Stud Pack!
Robert Sepehr has been the reigning champ for me lately too. I watch stud pack and then watch some history and anthropology guy talk about the occult. So much good stuff hidden behind all the bs on youtube.
Man, I gotta say, this guy is a comedian!!! I like his subtle and random jokes sprinkled in between his work 🤣
Great teaching and great videos
Not only are you a skilled tradesman, but you are a great teacher. And you have a very approachable and down to earth way about you. I think one of my favorite aspects of this channel is the mutual respect you two have for each other. It's rare to see a father / son combo that gets along so well and appears to really enjoy each other. Keep up the great work. I hope your Stud Pack house is a great success and I hope you keep making and sharing these videos.
beautifull job all around......DME construction in SOCAL....thumbs up always.....and now for a cold one. oh, the word for the day is "elastic recoil" and NAIL PLATES GALLORE!!!!!!!
We already know how good the channel is but the fact that your viewers show enough concern for your physical well being and make suggestions about taking care of it is impressive. The best part of it is you actually look into it and graciously accept those thoughts and not to ignore them.
You and Jordan are very easy to like are not full of yourselves like some other you tube channels out there. I’m enjoying all the new tools that you’ve been showing, they will earn you more money in less time so it’s a definite win 🥇
yes agreed again I was just showing a friend of mine who I'm doing crown for, a clip or two from a video and I was like, cuz I had mentioned them before, see they're really informative in the down-to-earth way, he says yeah. And I was like and you can't deny that they have an infectious charm and a charismatic energy. To which he responds undoubtedly
Oh poo, you Gotta do what you need to do as a very small business. ( A small business owner")
I worked as a plumber for 4 years in SD, we also used PeX systems - but it was the other kind, with the metal crimp rings. Love the stuff, never had a complaint.
Right now, I am doing a kitchen remodel and the bossman got some PeX fittings just line you are using. Imagine my surprise when the fitting wouldn't even go into the pipe. Looked into it, discovered that there is more than one style of fitting. Boss decided to try this new type, so he got some rings and the expander tool (the manual one, no batteries for us!).
It took 3 days before we could turn on the water - every one of the fittings leaked until the plastic tightened down enough.
Just give me the old kind where you can turn the water back on as soon as you have assembled the water lines.
Last bathroom I had installed I insisted that the valves be on the opposite end of the shower, best decision I ever made on plumbing shower. No need to get wet turning the shower on and you don't have water constantantly dripping on valves which removes a leak point from direct contact with water spray.
Same thing goes for the shampoo niche. Seen a bunch of bathroom with shampoo niche under shower head getting all wet and soapy with mold. Best to install away from the shower opposite side of the wall.
So glad you joined the world of PEX. I have completed whole home residential jobs in renovations on older craftsman homes with this product and I love it. I prefer home run over trunk and branch so I can have zero joints in the walls. All my connections are outside the wall, to the mana block on one end and I stub out with 90 degree tube holders then cut to length. Then, I attach my valve. I know the tube should not be exposed to Uv light so I use Aluminum or chrome colored flashing tape to cover the stub out. My largest job was 36 water circuits and it is still perfectly working to this day. Doing stub outs this way also reduces cost of copper and I no longer sweat the joints. Time saver for sure. Love your channel and like you, I am a Vet. 25 Army years. Cannot wait to see what is next on your channel. Have a good one brother.
Thank you for making choices to take care of yourself Paul! We appreciate you guys and want y’all to be around for a long time!
Pex A is the way to go! I did my bathroom a year ago and had my 15 year old son and 9 year old daughter do the Pex A fittings to show how easy they are. Major gamechanger!
I switched to PEX 3 years ago. Never ever going back to copper unless it is required in plans.
Best Tool Ever!!!
Be sure to mention to viewers that there is Pex A and B and that they are not compatible fittings.
If they're not compatible, that's gotta be for a good reason. Probably "they're not meant for the same things".
I'd like to know what the major and maybe minor differences are between Pex A and B, and the use case (aka when, where, and why) for each type.
For example, I'm wondering if one kind of PEX is better at withstanding the water in the pipes freezing, or if either kind is suitable for use with hot water based baseboard radiant heating systems like we have in my house. Being that it's plastic, I have my doubts about that second one, but Pex tubing being rather flexible means that it theoretically should be able to withstand a frozen pipe condition much easier without failing.
EDIT: I'm also aware that there are now systems out there for distributing compressed air that are based on plastic pipes rather than the more typical black iron pipe of days gone by (great cause now you don't have to worry so much about those pipes rusting). However, for someone on a budget I'm wondering if PEX could be pressed into that application.
See, I've got a large garage at my house along with pneumatic tools, and the compressor is gonna have to stay in one spot. So I want to know if I can save some money by using PEX for the compressed air rather than black iron pipe or a (likely high-dollar) system based on polymer pipe or aluminum pipe.
@@44R0Ndin They are basically the same thing, Pex A has larger diameter fittings for higher water flow and Pex A is constricted by the flair fitting you saw on the video.
Pex B has smaller diameter fittings which constrict water flow AND they are crimped around the Pex by a metal ( usually stainless steel) band that requires a different pliers that will fasten the pipe to the fitting.
I have both systems because you have to go with what’s already in the home. However I do not like the Pex B crimp rings because I have seen corroded ones and I won’t put that inside a wall.
Which PEX do you prefer? I’m new to PEX and would like to learn more about it.
@@gerrylara4783 Pex A. The constriction rings are stronger and will never corrode in a wall.
If a customer already has Pex B in the house I can create a transition with other fittings to get to Pex A and go from there.
If you go to a home center and look at the packages that the fitting come in they are clearly labeled A of B
@@jeffreyhalet9632 Copper crimp rings corroding? Or are you talk about stainless steel "pinch" or "cinch" rings? In either case, ring corrosion to the point of "corroded" (structurally compromised) is almost unheard of. In any case, Pex A system is superior in many respects but also a good chunk more expensive to deploy. Pex B is good enough for most home uses, and many sources who've tested it show that the difference in flow rate between Pex A and B is negligible. In my case, gradually changing my house's extremely corroded old galvanized pipes as time and money allows, Pex B has worked phenominally. I use brass compression fittings wherever possible, as they have slightly better flow rates than the plastic fittings. And I use Sharkbite "push-to-connect" fittings in many places in the basement where I know I'll be changing the layout with a future project, and those have worked absolutely without a problem and allow quicker, easier changes as my plumbing replacement project progresses.
Here's my story about getting started with PEX, but from a designers POV.
I started working at a mechanical engineering firm about 20 years ago and they taught me how to do plumbing design. That's drawing plumbing plans, which is showing the route each pipe should take, and what size each one should be. The engineers at the firm always specified copper tubing so that's what they taught me to design for.
I left that firm after a few years, and had an opportunity to do plumbing design for residential architects. I specified copper tubing on the first few projects, but the plumbers doing residential work said they use Uponor Aquapex, not copper. The plumbers told the architects they'd like the plumbing plans to be sized for PEX and I was caught flat footed. I had Uponor send me their design manual which has sizing charts and maximum velocity specifications. That's allowed me to size Aquapex according to Uponor's specifications. I also talked to local plumbers to ask them if they installed PEX conventionally, like a tree, or if they used the home run system. They all said they preferred the conventional layout. With the manual, and the feedback from plumbers, I've been able to design systems that get approved by plan review, and the plumbers seem to be happy with them. The plan reviewer at the city who checks plumbing plans said that even he didn't have a copy of the Uponor manual at that time. He said that I was the only person in the city, including engineers, who was using it back then. I'm sure that I'm not the only one by now, but the city guy has always given me respect for doing things right.
Tell all your design buddies to tell the plumbers NOT to run lines in the attic. The typical high heat environment preheats the cold lines so that in the summer or on hot days, you now have "hot" cold water for minutes until the lines clear. It's a huge waste of water and very annoying. I am building my house out(full remodel) and I had to stop the rough plumber from doing this and run them properly under the house(raised foundation) where they were original. The lazy bastard just wanted to loop the long runs up and over in the attic space since it was a ton easier. He was not happy and whined that he always runs them that way. Not in my house you don't. BTW I was very hesitant to put PEX in, but succumbed to multiple plumbers' recommendations and the cost difference. Crossing my fingers it outlasts me.
@@ocavant
If I designed where you live, I would ask if the client wants their piping routed overhead, or under the floor, but that's not an option here. 99% of all construction here is single story, slab on grade. They used to run soft copper lines in the ground and pour the concrete slab later. 40 - 50 years goes by, and the copper lines start to leak, then you have to bust a hole in your floor to fix each of them. People here are not thrilled with having pipes under concrete now, so everything is above the ceiling.
We call for all the lines to be insulated, but that doesn't keep cold water from getting warm after sitting for a long enough time in the space above the ceiling. If someone wants cool water here, they keep a jug of water in the refrigerator or they buy a refrigerator with a chilled water dispenser in the door.
As for the longevity of PEX, they've been using it in Europe for decades, failure from time in service is longer than copper. Erosion is the thing that gets pipes, and it's harder for erosion to gouge through a rubbery material than a hard one. Try sanding a piece of copper, then do the same to a piece of PEX. You can abrade PEX pretty easily, but it's hard to make much headway. At least, that's my theory.
@@deezynar I’m doing a bath remodel and concerned about the brass fittings since I have municipal water I somehow stumbled on some talk about them eroding. I’m hoping the problem was with an older type fitting. I seen pictures of corroded Pex fittings but can’t find info to get to the bottom. You know anything about that?
@@danrichards496
No, I haven't heard anything about brass meeting an early demise just from potable water.
I found this
Excellent video, welcome to Pex! The Uponor Pex A system you’re using is fantastic but worth mentioning that it’s better suited to contractors (where time is money) than weekend DIYers on a budget. Pex B for occasional home plumbing projects is still a great time saver over copper for those who don’t “plumb” for a living, and the equipment and materials are considerably cheaper than Pex A.
As this channel grows in subscribers and sponsorships, I hope you don’t lose sight of the DIYers on a budget, which you’ve always been considerate of.
Thanks for your excellently produced and edited (Jordan! 👍) videos sharing your knowledge.
PEXA is superior over PEXB in flow. The PEXB fittings have smaller inside diameter to allow fitting to slide into pipe. If using PEXB I have heard it suggested you upsize pipe by 1 size.
But this was never a diy channel he's a gc that bring us on the projects,have seen that table saw he uses it's like 2 grand.
@@cyraxkin No doubt, but they know most of their subscribers are not active contractors, or they wouldn't explain things in the detail they do. They appeal heavily to DIY, and they know it, and they've been great for us.
@@Tacompton425 That's true, but if you get metal fittings the reduction is minimal. But don't use plastic ones, it's much worse there since plastic is weaker and the fitting is thicker.
Also, there aren’t any licenses required to plumb with Pex.
PEX A is such a sweet solution. When working in cool areas a heat source is required to assist the shrink of the fitting. Most mention a heat gun but I had great results with a travel blow-dryer (Enough heat & the small footprint works in narrow joist & framing).
I can't describe how valuable your videos have been for me. I do maintenance for an apartment complex, and I've used so much from your videos to improve my on-site time for requests, reduce costs, and drastically improve my overall renovation quality. Your type of knowledge and communication of said knowledge is very much appreciated!
Pex A fitting clamps along with the cross polymer in the pipe create 1500 pounds of memory trying to get back to where it started. You will still find that there may be a small drip but it will normally resolve itself as it continues to squeeze down. What’s so awesome is that you will never forget a pipe connection because the fittings won’t go into the pipes until it’s expanded. The expander tools are very expensive but they will most definitely pay for themselves on a single large job with the time saved.
Another great video! FWIW, the plumbing tape they use in this video is called "Blue Monster." I'm sure they've probably mentioned it before, but it's the best plumbing tape. Your attention to quality products along with your high quality workmanship just further shows your immense amount of experience, and you are only getting better. Great work!
Take some Teflon tape and twist it into a bead and wrap it on the threads. Then take the tape and wrap it over top as normal.
Likeable, hard-working guys delivering useful information and detailed demonstrations in real-world application, with just the right amount of production polish. Could be the best channel on TH-cam.
1:10 Yes! Using cheap galvanized, I have changed my outside hose bib so it’s at human level (4 feet high), and added a faucet for filling dog water bowls, buckets, etc. It cost about $20 and is a shockingly better solution.
And I used Pex to run a water line 60 feet to my backyard … run inside my wood fence. Super easy.
any concerns with bursting the pex in winter?
@@beglitchery I’m in LA, so no. I don’t know how well it handles freezing temps.
@@johnsrabe better than copper
@@beglitchery There are a bunch of tests on TH-cam, but Pex shouldn't burst like copper when it freezes.
I love that Paul briefly re-addresses some of his tips and tricks as he installs and builds regardless of how many times he's mentioned it in videos past. It really helps as a refresher/reminder to remember to try these tricks out (finding center with less hassle for example) when I've been doing something one way for so long.
1st!!! Learn so much from you guys every video! Keep up the good work.
I've been working with PEX-A and the M12 tool for years as a plumber. I love that system and use it in almost all my water piping. It's even the pipe I put in my house 14 years ago when the copper became corroded and I've never had a single problem
I guess they’re doing it right then. I thought that expander ring was supposed to be slid back out of the way when expanding the pex, then slid back to the end after inserting the fitting.
@@lukeblackford1677 they're doing it right. The ring hangs over the end of the pipe just a hair (they finally started making rings with stops in them lol). Then both the pipe and ring are expanded. They're using PEX-A. PEX-B uses a clamping ring after pushing it on the barb, that might be the PEX pipe you're thinking of
I prefer PEX-A because I've seen the clamping rings fail on PEX-B too often
I'm thankful for the comments from the pro plumbers here. I'm just a DIY-er and have never used PEX before, but am planning to finish out a full bath in my shop using PEX. Around here all the plumbers except one, that I've talked to, only use PEX B and stay away from the Upanor. I don't know why. A Ben Franklin plumber wow'd me when he torched-heated a piece of Upanor until it sagged right down and then, when he removed the heat it lifted and straightened itself just like the T-1000 in Terminator 2 🙂 . I was definitely impressed. If you guys are willing to use it behind drywall, then I guess I should be willing as well. What about underground? Do you use it there? Our houses are all slab-on-grade so most repairs are jacked or tunneled.
@@nevillenewman2785 It's excellent underground and below slab. The thing to remember is it needs protection anywhere it will contact concrete or metal. You can use sleeving or pipe insulation to protect it. A trick I sometimes use is to sleeve the PEX inside PVC at those points, but you have to plan that ahead of time to run the PEX through the PVC before attaching any fittings
Another fantastic video boys! Glad to see Milwaukee realizing your value. Ask them for a planer so you can get those walls absolutely plum square and level before you put backerboard on the walls. It will save you so much time when you get to the tiling. I wished I had done it 15 years earlier!
The wall art in the bathroom should be pics of Lake Mead...
I love that you guys use monster thread tape. It's really good tape my company made it a mandatory monster tape then pipe dope It's seems like an overkill but it's a very rarely thing to have a leak. Leaks seriously have cut down significantly. Love your videos love the father and son duo
I've been a DIY residential renovator for many years. I think I've learned everything by doing it wrong at least twice. Thank you guys for showing Father/Son teamwork, for having great attitudes, and showing how to deal with mistakes. I've also learned at least a few building tricks from you guys!!
ProPex and The expander tool (not cheap) but amazing and so easy to plumb. Especially on your back under a house.
Thanks for showing all facets of the construction process including the return trip to the store to pickup the stuff you forgot about or didn't know you needed. Truly, a standard step in the construction process. Love seeing you use expansion pex. It's so much easier! You never sweat when you expand.
Dude, everyone knows this but Paul is amazing as a camera personality...and obviously as a tradesman. Respect. From an expro baseball player who does handyman work now
Man, I gotta say, this guy is a comedian!!! I like his subtle and random jokes sprinkled in between his work 🤣
It's been great seeing him open up over the last few years of content.
Really nice you guys. I get a kick and learn a lot from you. I did however, beat you to switching to PEX/Uponor back in 2013 and never looked back. I still have the skills/tools for crimp and sweat and use them when I have to, but PEX A is the way to go I think. Plus, it expands/contracts in changing weather...no more freezing worries. Even though I live in the desert (117 F now), in winter it freezes on occasion and surprises some people with vacation houses. Not to mention the burst pressure being tested to over 500 psi before bursting as well as -40F expansion freeze test without bursting when PEX B, copper, PVC and CPVC all burst. Then there is the flow rate of PEX A being a true full I.D. on the fittings.
I have the PEX B crimp tool as well and it works pretty good, but it's bulkier than the 12V Milwaukee, not as easy to fit into places.
I LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!! Your exuberance and attitude are so addictive. Milwaukee has been my go-to for years when it come to my battery powered small tools. This is the first time I have seen PEX installed. Doesn't seem to get any more easy than that!!!
$450 for parts. The tools is where the money is.
I do admired the fact that you took in consideration the comments about your health and that you also let us know you did something about it,.
That's just awesome.
15:37 in and great vid; nice editing, transitions and all!
I know most are going to say AHHHH or NO; but next time just take the handle off the shutoff valve and you don't have that trip/spray hazard. Tape the handle and screw to the assembly so it doesn't get lost. Got a subscriber here!
I said it before as and I'll say it again! I love your attention to detail!! Awesome!!!!💓
The best father son contractors and can't wait for Texas!!
I had a plumber show me PEX using Viega fittings, and that’s about all I’ll use anymore! No crimp rings, no go/no go tool! Awesome stuff
I love pex. Suggest that you mention the difference between the different types of pex tubing and fittings so people don't incorrectly try interchanging them. Also mice and rats like chewing on pex like they do on Romex wire. So make sure you block access to it by mice, especially in an area that will be difficult to access for repairs later on like behind a tiled wall.
Good point. The vermin are especially active in chewing through pex after they've been poisoned.
Oh no, I may stick to copper
@@harrycojones4273 Major advantage in freezing climates like my place in Michigan is that pex tubing won't split when water freezes in it like copper will. It can flex/expand. See Matt Risinger's channel where he runs freezing tests on different plumbing tubing. I spend extra on the brass fittings instead of the less expensive plastic fittings so they can better withstand a frozen plumbing situation. I'm putting Pex in my personal home remodel and just used it it 2 homes I rehabbed/flipped. I used Pex B in the rehabs but I'll be using Pex A in my personal home.
A best youtuber is one who listens to his/her audience. Great job.
How are you guys so awesome? The charisma. The clear explanations. The gravitas! Keep it going guys, Stud Pack is so good! Also, your editing is fantastic.
I also have hot and cold water on my garden hose however I also hooked it up to my compressed air system to be able to blow it out in the winter to prevent freezing. Hose and all.
Loving how thorough these videos are and how we are getting a small look at everything! Plus, I am now dying of anticipation to know which inanimate object I'll get to live vicariously through next!
After watching your kitchen remodel a few months back, I bought the pex a m12 and did all the plumbing myself. More than tripled my savings on labor vs the cost of the tool plus I learned something vital. Thanks for giving me the confidence to do it!
Can you respond to my text message to proceed with shipping
Hey Stud pack. Is the text below really from you?
Hey stud pack- am I the winner or am I being scammed by someone impersonating you?
@@Thejrb11 No doubt a spammer. There was a VERY busy one here; I have already reported 62 scam 'You're a winner' replies (in just this video!), and I am not even half done here...
I have waffles on the milwaukee per tool. But after watching you use it. That is is going on my tool to buy list. You both do such an awesome job. I appreciate the time you put in making the videos for us all to watch.
Milwaukee, Rigid, or Dewalt...depends on which battery system you may already have. I'm a Dewalt guy, plus...the Dewalt system was over $100 less than Milwaukee.
@@chrisosti Same here. I've already got plenty of batteries, so the bare tool wasn't too bad.
Love this man's attitude. I don't consider him a plumber more of a DIY guy BUT he puts more care into his work than most residential plumbers I know.
be the change you want to see in the world. I laughed and it's a great message!
"Which ones need more love then others? Well, we're gonna show you"
AUTOMATIC THUMBS UP.
You guys rock, 24 months after I watched my first video of yours, *still* the only channel I can't *not* watch immediately.
Only other contender?.. "Practical Engineering"
Also, add your amazon tool links to the description. I need those Spyder hole saw bits.
Really agree with the other comments you get. It's- very refreshing and instructive to see how you embrace constructive criticism, even when its very personal.
Everyone likes how you are open about mistakes and even some minor shortcuts you take on a Sunday night..! I personally like the little references to morale deflation when you realize something is messed up - and of course the re-boosting later when you know it IS finally right.
You seem to have a sure touch with the sponsored tool messaging too.
You really do have a distinctive and superior TH-cam channel now. We appreciate it. Thank You.
I too have waited to switch to pex for too long. I'm an old bastard, but I guess I'll go plop down the money. I haven't even been using pro press. I'm still sweating copper. Also, been hanging lots of doors, and aside from having to buy one additional spyder hole saw that didnt come with the kit... I love mine. I have put them to task for about 2.5 years. still love em.
Can't wait to tune into Jordan's house!
Absolutely love that tool-and I’m not even a plumber. If you ever find yourself needing to remove a fitting, a heat gun or torch is your friend. Heat the ring to soften and carefully slice the ring (perpendicularly) to remove, then continue to heat the pipe for final removal. In a pinch you can reuse previously-removed fittings. Also if you get a kink, heat it and it’ll return to its original shape. Lastly, pipe bend supports are usually less expensive than 90° elbows (if you have the room), are quicker, better flow, and less joints.
all true.. but i never use a heat gun or tourch to remove.. i just cut them.. lol
@@adamdimaggio2237 when you have the room to cut them yes, absolutely-it’s faster-but if you don’t have the room or short on fittings (which was my point) then heat works in a pinch.
A gentle curve, and yes pretty cheap.
I have hot water in the driveway faucet. Code requires that it not have a handle but instead must use a Key to operate it. I put all the house faucets in a Nema 4 stainless steel electrical junction box that has a lockable handle. Each also has a 24vac heater element (its actually 400watt 120VAC but not fed with the high voltage) and thermostat for the winter. There is a perforated metal safety cover over each element. Each box is oriented so that a 1/8 dtrain hole in one corner that will drain out any water that accumulates in it. I insulated the box doors with black rubber foam insulation. Just a little trouble with ants sometimes through the drain hole but a small dose of ant granules take care of this.
Your extremely knowledgeable in your field of expertise!!!!!
I wish I could hire you in Tennessee.
Stay strong!!
Thx 4 sharing this video, I really like how U mount all the things "nice & solid". I also like how U think & do things, showing the pex expanding tool & "new" hole saws was nice to see as well.
I have the same Pex Expander. The best plumbing took Ive ever owned. Ive heard it struggles in the 1” stuff but Milwaukee makes a larger M18 version as well for people doing larger pex
If you step up to the higher amp battery it works a little better. I’ve had better results
@@plumbbuild6517 Ive only used the batteries that came with the kit. I have no idea what they are and 3/4” is the most Ill probably ever be messing with but if I need to use 1” ever Ill be sure to remember that. All of my tools are m18 but I have that expander in m12 and thats the only m12 I have.
Thank you for the introduction to using PEX!! Well covered and kudos to Milwaukee for providing you the top of the line Pro Pex Expander!!! I'm sure you will be making optimum use of it. Please keep the great, informative, and educational videos coming!!
Being a older construction guy it took me awhile to get away from hard pipe copper I still would not use PEX under Pier and beams to many critters to chew into my lines another great video you guys thanks
Thanks, Pack! Good vid. Thanks, @Milwaukee for sending stuff out to the people!
Thanks for taking the mystery out of Pex connections. I am ready to tackle my bathroom remodel - switching from one old vanity to two separate modern ones. Great job, guys. You make it all worthwhile!
I tore out all my copper piping out of my 1924 house pretty sure lead in the solder. use expanding pex A .. Awesome tool!! Fast work!!
Paul, I was SO impressed to see you going with Pex A!!! You lucky dog even scored the tool from Milwaukee!!! A little suggestion from me to you...ditch the Teflon tape and go with Loctite 567. Teflon tape can shred and clog valves etc...You can thank me later. :)
You should also mention the biggest advantage to the Pex A is all the fittings are FULL FLOW and do not restrict the flow like Pex B or C.
I still sweat copper for all the piping in the utility room from city supply to softener, heater and manifold. From the manifold is all pex-a and i bought the M18 instead of M12.
Omg we love you, Paul! Best channel. I dunno how I'm learning so much and at the same time so entertained!
Oh I agree 100% on the pex expansion tool! We re-plumbed 90% of our home during our renovation. We used pexA pipes. It was the easiest plumbing I've ever done. The advantages of Pex A are plentiful. We are also in agreement on the hot and cold hose bibs on the outside of your home. It's so nice having hot water for clean up jobs outside your home.
Let me save you the trouble, it's a scam. I advise giving them random information to cause confusion.
Looking great Paul! Love all the new tools! You need some Amazon affiliate links to these tools!
It’s great to see somebody else that gives a hoot about what they’re doing, the trades are really hurting for people that (A) Know what they’re doing and (B) Care enough to do a good job…
P.S. Loose plumbing rough in’s drive me nuts too…
20 mins on any other channel on YT is an absolute chore, but 20mins here is an absolute breeze! Great content and knowledge being shared here! Long live the stud pack!
Been following y’all for about a year and a half or so, I love your videos! I learn so much and Paul you’re so humble and kind. You guys are definitely one of the best channels. Blessings to your guys’ family through the move and stuff!
Im glad yall pay attention to the comments. God has given yall His Wisdom! What a blessing!
Loved this video. To the point and informative. Good new tool recommendations with brief demos. 👌
21:07 I would put the body spray jets waist high on either side of a window so my neighbors get the show when I'm backing up to the jets. 😊
0:24 "My days of soldering copper are over." 5:46 "Let's solder this together." 😂
I only tease those I love, and I love your channel!
He didn't solder it during the day........He soldered it at night! 🤣🤣🤣
Wow another great trip ,to try out your shower valve by hooking it up to a hose,I've been remodeling for right at 22 years and I'm still learning,simply love building homes,GOD BLESS
Just realized the last 3 houses I've lived in had at least one faucet up high... And then the other one was practically in the dirt. So I'm definitely a fan of no bending over hose bib.
Bought that Milwaukee pex tool when I replumbed my whole house. Expensive but worth every penny since you can get into so many tight areas. Once you go pex everything else is considered obsolete!
I know I cant be the only person who is so flipping excited for the TEXAS series! Let's GOOO!!
Next thing to add to the toolbox is a propress, hands down the best remodel plumbing tool to have. Especially once they changed the lead content in the fittings. You can propress your pex fitting on old line with no problem ever if it’s wet or leaking, then run your pex from there. It’s legendary in so many situations
These two guys [jets] are for these two guys [cheeks]. ROFLMFAO!
I love how you guys walk us through not only the actual work, but the thought process and planning to make sure the end result is exactly (or as close as possible) what you want. Thanks for another great video guys!
Great tool. Ths project is coming along quickly. Will be the best shop bathroom on the planet!
Snagged a few of the spyder hole saw bits on clearance and love them. Will definitely look for that kit. Great vids guys!
LOL quite the visual at 3:10! Love your work!!
Great video - BEAUTIFUL JOB!
One suggestion. You might want to consider using Sharkbite connectors for your shower control. Why you ask? The Sharkbite connectors can easily be disconnected if you need to replace your control valve. Where I live, the water is hard and the control valve has to be replaced every 10-15 years. I am prepping to remodel my two bathrooms and replace the soldered-in control valves for the showers and I am not looking forward to it. if they had Sharkbite connectors, the job would be far easier.
I realize that you can heat the PEX and remove it, but I trust the Sharkbite connectors more than PEX that has been reheated.
It's going to be tiled. I personally never run sharkbite behind a wall where I can't get to it, but if the controller goes bad, it's going to be tile breaking time anyway. Sharkbite is great for repairs when you don't have other options.
@@AKJammer1 Yes, I used to be just like you. I had an experience that changed my mind radically. I had to replace my exterior water line connection to my house during the 2009 recession and I was hurting for money. Our state was devasted by Obama's asinine economic failures. I decided to use Sharkbite fittings, even though I did not trust them like you. I especially did not trust them for the main connection to my house, but in my situation, I thought they would at least last a few years.
Fast forward to today, approximately 12 years later and I have never had a problem with the main connection I installed that has three Sharkbite connectors. It's never leaked or had any problems. Based on this experience, I have grown to trust them nearly as much as soldered connections.
I am going to be installing new shower controllers in both of my bathrooms and I am considering installing a stainless steel square behind the escutcheon on the control valve that will allow me to change out the shower control valve if necessary. In my location, the hard water eats them up and I don't like soft water systems.
One caveat on this line of thought. It appears that Kohler and Delta are using hardened stone-like discs within their valves, so that it is unnecessary to replace the cartridges in the shower control. I have a Kohler kitchen faucet and its valve mechanism appears to be designed to protect from hard water. It also has a coating on it that protects water spots from clinging to that Kohler calls "vibrant" and it really works spectacularly. I can use a wet rag to clean the faucet in less than a minute, it's amazing. My kitchen faucet is three years old (approximately) and it looks brand new. It just blows my mind. I just bought two Kohler bath faucets for my guest bath that have the same Vibrant coating. I was never a Kohler fan until I bought my kitchen faucet from Costco (I knew I could return it if it sucked).
If your shower control valve has this technology, it is possible that it will never need to be replaced - or at least, it will last a couple of decades before replacement is required.
You did a great job on your video and you're absolutely right, nobody makes the shower control valve accessible. However, I am considering making mine accessible in some manner when I remodel my bathrooms.
Again, you did a wonderful job with your video and it is very informative.
I just dropped by out of nowhere and I gotta say your vocal delivery and vocal confidence are so clutch in a video like this. Your explanation is master-class.
Kudos on your working out routine. I started the same in July. I feel better already. / Those Milwaukee tools are nice. / I often think hose faucets and electrical outlets should be waist-high. Not certain Code would like waist-high electrical though.
There isn't any code against that.
I saw a build in an Eastern Euro country that sealed PVC without chemicals. There was a double-ended 'heater' tool, with a handle out the bottom. The inner PVC tube went on one side of the heater, the outer side on the other. After a few seconds of heat, and smoke, both tubes were removed from the heat and smashed together, and when they cooled the seal was permanent. I think.
You two are never on my “I forgot to watch list” 😂 Multiple jobs? Biz must be good!
Uponor and pex A has been around for years! The down side is some places do not carry pex A and B only one or the other. Also pex A and B have two different types of fittings that are not interchangeable between.
That’s awesome! Taking a much needed break from our remodel to catch up on the latest studpack! Been using your drywall videos like crazy, this will be my 3rd drywall project and FINALLY one I will actually admit to doing!
My friend you make it look so easy!! But finding the right tool for the job helps, and doing it for a living you have found out the hard way too. Lol. Love watching your videos keep up the good work.
You guys rock! Love the videos and learning so much. Keep it up! Some of the best content I’ve come across. Also love the nod to the comments section.. haha!
Father & Son awesomeness...!! Priceless👍
Great video! What type of screws are you using to secure the stub-outs? I have always used copper nails to be sure that there won't be premature metal deterioration, but would love to have an alternative.
I'm thinking the same thing
why would there be deterioration? its not getting wet. or do you mean some sort of dissimilar metals reaction?
@@conradcoolerfiend dissimilar metals - unless they are using stainless steel screws, that is okay to use with copper - maybe coated screws will be okay, brass, copper okay, anything else - no
@@groovy1937 ahh I see thx
It won't corrode or cause any electrolysis unless it has water moving through it.
When working around those long-handle ball valves, I have learned to be very thankful for the screw that lets me remove the handle so I don't make a boo-boo.
really glad to hear you guys went with PEX-A... gonna need some words in a future video to explain to folks the difference between PEX-A and PEX-B.
No doubt. Related note, the second digit printed on any PEX pipe indicates UV light resistance. One of the few weaknesses of PEX is how fast it can be destroyed by light. In some places, the inspector will cut it up on you if he sees a roll sitting outside in the sun with no cover on it.
@@ILruffian never knew that. Thanks!
@@FrankGraffagnino Anytime. The number "3" in the second position represents 6 months of UV exposure, which is the highest rating in the ASTM F876 standard. You always want to keep PEX out of the sun, but it's nice to have some margin for error.
Love your videos. Such a help for me fixing up my home. So happy you are being health proactive. We need you around for a long time 🥰🙏
love using the uponor expansion ring pex-a system! one thing you'll find (and it will drive you CRAZY) is sometimes if tubing gets wet the white ring will slide down / away from tool when expanding. answer is take a break and use a cloth / paper towels to get tubing bone dry again :). took me a while to figure that out. always enjoy your vids!
I was having the same problem but I use surname expansion rings they have a lot better stop and the new shark bite expansion rings have a better stop as well I like uponor pipe but there expansion rings suck
Dang ole auto correct on my phone Lol but the zurn expansion rings and the shark bite expansion rings are better in my opinion . But everyone has their own opinion I’m not a big fan of the uponor rings I’ve had to many 3/4 rings slip on me and had to cut the pex back to install a new sleeve I’ve never had that problem with zurn or shark bite.
Where do you buy parts for that shower valve when it starts to need new cartridges?
Missed opportunity for a great transition from the gym discussion to the talk about running PEX (pecs - big flex!) 😁
Also being in the ballpark with your stubout in the urinal.
good one XD
This is my favorite vid so far. So funny, and your attention to detail makes my perfectionist DIY self happy. You got my thumbs up after the "be the change you want to see" salute.
Excellent video guys. A + content, A + production and A + talent. PEX A and Uponor fittings seem to be the global choice for most plumbing applications. The battery powered expander by Milwaukee is a thing of beauty. Keep up the great work guys. Blessings
Love it. Including the bike.
Love the comedy in this one haha
Keep it up fellas! 🤘