Using primer is a national Code, and any licensed master plumber should know this . Now i see many Contractors doing new construction homes who dont use it because we all know that most General Contractors normally mess up everything and don't do anything per Code but for some reason they continue to get away with it. I do use the blue monster 1 step on service work but when doing brand new construction if you don't use primer it will 100% not pass inspection in the 3 states I service . I dont do new construction anymore i only do service work so 90% of the time i use the 1 step monster cement and never had a leak. But with that being said i see alot of general contractor's who just dont know what there doing, I see them putting cement on the pipe only and not the fitting, I see them not doing the 1/4 turn to spread the cement even,I see them not Wait 20 to 30 seconds for the joint not to back off, i see them using sharkbite fittings and not cleaning the copper pipe or de burring the pipe or marking the proper depth of the copper pipe to make sure sharkbite it all the way in, I see them not de burring PVC pipe, I see them dunking a hot solder pipe joints directly into cold water because they are to lazy to wait for the pipe to cool and 99% of the time the solder joint is not done correctly anyway. General Contractors give licensed tradesmen a bad rap as in licensed plumbers, licensed electricians and so on, Because most General Contractors try to do everything themselves because they are to cheap to pay a licensed master plumber or licensed master electrician. But like i said they continue to get away with it and in todays world its really gotten bad because most of the inspectors are in there late 20s or 30s and just dont care, So they dont check anything, They just pass everything without looking at anything so they can get back on there cell phones on Facebook. I can't even tell you how many calls I get on new homes that a general contractor built and didn't use a licensed master plumber, And I have cut out walls only to find a bunch of sharkbite fittings blown apart because they didn't even pressure check anything or they didn't install the sharkbite correct ( You should not burry sharkbite behind walls anyways , a 4 year old probably knows that ).Then when the customer calls up the builder they of course Ghost the customer or they are out of business and filed bankruptcy, I see gas water heaters in garages that are not raised up to the proper height, I see sanitary tees on backwards, I see copper pipe with globbs of solder running down the pipe because again the contractor just don't care or doesn't know how to solder pipe, I can go and on. And all these things I am mentioning are from General Contractors who don't have a real licensed master plumber doing the work. It's ridiculous how bad the qaulity of workmanship is with our new generation.. By the way I own a plumbing business in 3 different states and I hold a master plumbers license in all 3 states and been in business for 28 years so I think I know just a tad about plumbing.. because I know there will be a lot of youngsters on here ( know it all's ) who will be negative about my comment and it will probably be one of those General Contractors who do shady work or sloppy work or think they can do plumbing or electric work without any license and do it just as good as a real licensed master plumber or a real licensed master electrician, but the truth is it's reality in today's world and it's only going to get worse.
@taylorfran2 күн бұрын
I will be doing something similar on an existing patio so it will not be on a slightly raised pad. Thoughts on how to raise it slightly off the ground to prevent water pooling as well the steel sitting in water and risking rust long term?
@BruBuilds2 күн бұрын
You could use 1” manufactured composite deck boards at the base of each wall.
@FFRJB19714 күн бұрын
Do you run it in forward when bringing the snake back out too? Or reverse?
@BruBuilds3 күн бұрын
Yes, always forward. If I know I'm past the clog I will stop spinning it. Reverse is just to release tension if needed.
@stevenholden28145 күн бұрын
I think mine is coming from the drain line
@BruBuilds4 күн бұрын
You can take apart and clean the P-trap and then put it back together and that might fix a leak. Also check that the rubber washers are still good when you have it apart. It also might be leaking where the pipe connects to the sink. Could be loose or again a bad washer.
@mrcosym5 күн бұрын
It would be great if you showed how you supported the grill in detail. Did you screw it in or does it just sit there?
@BruBuilds4 күн бұрын
Mine just sits there on the two supports and on the countertop with some weather stripping. I've thought about screwing it in just for some security.
@whitetrim17 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@BruBuilds6 күн бұрын
Welcome
@whitetrim17 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@BruBuilds6 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@ddole1478 күн бұрын
When are you going to upload a video completing the fireplace and barbecue build?
@BruBuilds8 күн бұрын
The countertops are finished and look great, I'm working on that video (lots of footage to get through). I purchased the stucco for the sides of the fireplace and BBQ three weeks ago and they have just been sitting there, because I have been too busy with work and other stuff. I need to figure out how to work faster and edit faster... Thanks for asking.
@DucatiHyper8 күн бұрын
People are sure bashing about adding water to acid, like they didn't read the comments. It looks like the jug says it makes 5 gallons, which would mean that you would use 4 parts water to 1 part acid. Looks like it still did ok at 5 to 1though 🙂
@californiakapri9 күн бұрын
Never thought much about where all those roof vents went to. Good to know👍🏻
@BruBuilds9 күн бұрын
You are welcome, thanks for watching.
@tandibyrne54819 күн бұрын
Very thorough!!!!! Thanks for the drain your.
@BruBuilds9 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@user-ut7ux8dv4f9 күн бұрын
Muy bonito video . Hare uno en el patio de casa . Gracias por tu ensenanza.
@BruBuilds9 күн бұрын
De nada, gracias por mirar.
@richardolson354011 күн бұрын
I had the job max with all the heads. The power unit went out and now they don't make it anymore. So they sent me a check and now I'm setting on all the heads and can't use them. The money they sent covered the power unit and one head not all of them
@BruBuilds8 күн бұрын
The idea of the job max was a cool idea, but I guess it never caught on. I found the attachments a bit overpriced.
@rayzalenty818613 күн бұрын
Do not use paddle bits on an impact driver. Use your tools properly and they'll out last you!
@jasonlara14 күн бұрын
Great video. I sure wish I was bringing up roots. My root tip keeps getting stuck about 25ft in. But when I pull it back up it is squeaky clean. The spade bit and the spring bit go the full 50ft and come back with nothing. Not sure what else I can do.
@BruBuilds14 күн бұрын
It has taken me 15-20 min sometimes working a root clog. I'll just slowly let the snake get into the roots, bringing it back up a foot when it starts to bind then slowly letting it down again. That is one of the reasons I paint the snake, so I can see when it gets to the clog and also shows when it starts moving through it. There are other root cutting bits that are much more aggressive than the one I used, they usually come with a rented machine that has the power feed. I actually just cleaned out my pipes again, and didn't get any roots coming back up with the snake, but it did have to work through something. I'll be posting that video shortly. Good luck!
@jasonlara13 күн бұрын
@@BruBuilds Thanks for the reply. I watched your video AFTER my attempts. The painting is a real good idea. It's very difficult to tell where I am, whether I fed it some or pulled some out. Lol. Earned a SUB. Looking forward to the next videos.
@deep198315 күн бұрын
thanks for the video.. would have been even better if you posted a before and after picture simaltaneously for comparison.
@BruBuilds14 күн бұрын
There is a short before and after video comparison at the end that shows a difference. One of my first videos, a wide shot would have been better. One of these days I'll do a follow up video and rent a different carpet cleaner for a comparison as well. Thanks for the comment.
@deep198313 күн бұрын
@@BruBuilds thanks.
@42boobtube16 күн бұрын
Nice video, but best practice is to ALWAYS ADD ACID to water (AAA). Never add acid to water as it can cause a harmful reaction, FYI.
@dalepete285416 күн бұрын
Hello first time viewer yes, I subscribed. Yes, I have a lot of rigid cordless tools. I’ve had them for a few years and use them a lot. They just take a pound and keep going. Yes I like my corded tools. Also, when I’m at home I have a lot of craftsman and Black & Decker that my dad owned I’m 61 so they’re nowhere near newand they keep going
@BruBuilds14 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment
@dalepete285414 күн бұрын
@@BruBuilds I really look at it like ford Chevy if you have good luck with one and not the other that’s the one that is best I don’t have any problems with other brands
@geeMc69119 күн бұрын
How is it no one has commented. By far the best I've seen since searching about problems with my sagging/rubbing front door. And, you look a little like Harrison Ford.
@BruBuilds19 күн бұрын
An old Harrison Ford ore a young one? HaHa! Thanks for the comment
@geeMc69119 күн бұрын
@@BruBuilds 😂The Fugitive one - so middle?
@Blueridgedog23 күн бұрын
When you grabbed those long tapcon's I blew coffee out of my nose.
@BruBuilds23 күн бұрын
Hahaha...Sorry about that!
@Josephsl7823 күн бұрын
This is very educational and helpful. Thank you!
@BruBuilds23 күн бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate that.
@dauntiekay276823 күн бұрын
I just cleaned the carpets in my rental home and the hallway carpeting and living room carpet had urine stains that had dried out from previous renters who had 3 big dogs. I was afraid I would have to replace the carpet but believe it or not I applied a Rug Doctor stain remover the night before I did the carpet cleaning and the stains all came out--really saved me some money and I did not have to replace any of the carpets!
@BruBuilds23 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing, it’s great hearing success stories.
@RandomRestore27 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing 😊👍
@BruBuilds27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching
@mtnestr985027 күн бұрын
Can the framing rust?
@BruBuilds27 күн бұрын
Galvanized steel doesn't really rust, but it can rust on the ends after cutting them. Especially when you use a chop saw that burns the galvanized coating.
@fredw3661Ай бұрын
Where's the plumber's tape?
@BruBuilds27 күн бұрын
I didn't use any fittings that require silicone tape. The hoses have rubber washers in them. Thanks
@whobitmynameАй бұрын
+500 confidence acquired. Thanks!
@BruBuilds27 күн бұрын
Excellent!
@paynectygardener2033Ай бұрын
Code where this DIY man lives requires primer, and all plumbers I know use primer. The only failures I have had were where no primer was used.
@tesslacali8655Ай бұрын
Thank you,big help:)
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thanks
@MusicMike747Ай бұрын
Thanks for such a complete demonstration effort. I’ve used my 25’ drill mounted snake has paid for itself many times over. Now it’s time to upgrade. For anyone balking at the price of a good 100’ drain auger? Check the price of a plumber to come out for a few hours with his. Once.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I used to use a 25ft snake and a power drill, that would usually end up in a scary tangled mess. The power auger has been great to have for 10+ years.
@Rubo321Ай бұрын
What was the height of the metal frame you cut for the bbq island part?
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Bottom of the BBQ is at 27”, top of the counter is at 36.5”. The BBQ itself dictated how deep I need to make the cut out.
@pukz71Ай бұрын
I would NEVER trust anyone who holds the pliers/wrench in the wrong direction./10:55
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thanks for watching so closely. I had to go re-watch it to see what you were referring to. if I remember correctly that was the only connection I needed a wrench to get it tight. I couldn’t get a good bite around the nut because the pliers weren’t big enough. I found using them in the “wrong direction” worked to get the nut tight to the flange.
@shelbybaddog2559Ай бұрын
The holes are not offset on the APB44 Screws hit each other bad design
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
The website states "Fastener holes are slightly offset to help prevent fastener interference". I just measured mine, the holes on one side are 3/8" higher than the other side. If the screws are going in straight, they won't hit each other.
@elfrank7609Ай бұрын
You are giving me terrible ideas!! I don’t want any more projects.😅😅 Thanks for your detailed explanations.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Hahaha, I know the feeling. Have fun.
@thephatjesus3032Ай бұрын
The trailer I live in doesn't have turn off valves under my bathroom sink I have to turn my main water
@charlesholmes834Ай бұрын
Great content. This is exactly what I have been searching for. I am wanting to build an outdoor fireplace and BBQ structure, using metal studs. Questions, if you don't mind me asking: 1) What was the total cost of the metal stud material? 2) Is the metal studs light enough to build on top of pavers (no concrete pad)?
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thanks, glad it was helpful for you. 1) I couldn't find the receipts, but I'm thinking it was around $300. I'll look some more later. 2) The studs are light weight; the issue would be what are you using for countertops, that is where most of the weight would be. Also are the pavers flat and level?
@bartosullivan8050Ай бұрын
A reciprocating saw (w/out bade) or a palm sander work really well in removing air from the mix.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
I tried the palm sander, didn't seem to do much. Never thought of the reciprocating saw. Thanks
@bartosullivan8050Ай бұрын
Your attention to detail is admirable. I've never delt with metal studs, but you've given me enough knowledge where I fell confident enough to do my kitchen with metal. Trying to complete an ongoing build of a 14' waterfall, Koi pond, and full masonry fireplace. Retirement is alot of work. Thanks for sharing.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thank you, glad it helped
@cachmarioАй бұрын
nice 👍
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Thanks
@Jose-xb6stАй бұрын
It looks like your drain pipe is broken. There's no way roots get inside a pipe without a broken pipe.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
A pipe doesn't need to be broken, it just takes the smallest water leak for a root to find the water and get into your sewer lines. Clay pipes were terrible at keeping roots out. If a junction gets slightly stressed it can cause water to seep out, and if you have a tree that's root system seeks out water, you will have roots growing in your pipes. To fix this you can get the sewer line relined, put root killer down every 6 months or use a snake auger to rip the roots out.
@amynguyen166Ай бұрын
Going to try this. Wish me luck!
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Good luck, and were you able to fit the leak?
@eternallygratefulholistic2422Ай бұрын
I have my 25 ft snake stuck in the cleanout. Its really stuck
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Is there a reverse? Mine has a reverse to help get it unstuck, but I’ve never really had it get that stuck that badly.
@misbehavensАй бұрын
I’m no expert (just learning), but I’m wondering why you used PEX instead of black polyethylene tubing. As far as I know, I think PEX is better suited for indoor and poly is better suited for outdoor.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
I've used black poly tubing for drip irrigation but didn't think about using it for this project. I think PEX is stronger, and it's exactly the same size as 1/2" copper pipe, making it easy to convert from copper. Also, I already had the PEX and fittings. I do like the UV advantage of the Black poly pipe for outdoors.
@jjshow8572Ай бұрын
Ridgid is the best. Milwaukees decent but very overpriced so Ridgid wins with the warranty
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
I'm going to need to use the warranty soon for my batteries.
@TwistedLyfofTVАй бұрын
I can't get my cap off. The entire head spins but the cap isn't spinning on the threads. Almost like it's glued in.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
If the entire head is spinning, I’m wondering if it is a pressed in cap instead of a threaded plug.Anyway to pull up on it as it spins?
@californiakapriАй бұрын
This is going to be nice when it's done!
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
Just a few more things to finish
@adamjohnzon2 ай бұрын
Great video
@BruBuilds2 ай бұрын
Thank you
@Mylife-of2vg2 ай бұрын
Thank you 2pac
@BruBuilds2 ай бұрын
Welcome
@arbazinmandar77432 ай бұрын
Paraice sar
@weilizhang24112 ай бұрын
Great demo! I need break concrete in my backyard too and it is harder than thought. Will try your technique tomorrow. Why do you use a hammer and is it a must use? I do not have a hammer.
@BruBuildsАй бұрын
I use the hammer to help create stress cracks. I don't think it's a must, but it may help.