Trim Plumbing Ep.135

Many thanks to American Standard for contributing the fixtures seen in this video. The design, fit and finish, and overall quality are top notch. Learn more about this collection here. bit.ly/3FBYqw5
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[@markcianca7989]

These episodes with the plumber are priceless. If you ever take Essential Craftsman on the road, be sure to bring him along!

[@quakesin1982]

Phil is great, watching him is extremely enjoyable.

[@xoxo2008oxox]

How is Phil doing? Really love his "unfiltered commentary". Oh that was the accident...too funny but glad the Pergo survived!

[@MrLelo1998]

I really love how much wisdom we get from what some would consider a mere “plumbing video” Especially what he says about the need of talks into what a professional is, and his wise conclusion that if you’re able or capable enough to charge for what you do you’re a professional. That’s gold, pure gold in a time where degrees are so estimated, thank you for this

[@_uohaloran]

I've learned so much of things I once knew nothing about because of this channel. Wonderful Saturday morning video to have a cup of coffee with.

[@erombalski]

I am only perturbed by the fact that I can't give this video more thumbs up. This man is a dying breed of master craftsmen who's knowledge will be lost in the next generations. I'm reminded of when our current rocket scientists had no idea hew to build the rocket that took us to the moon because, while the schematics were available, the personal knowledge was not, and that made all the difference. SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL PLUMBER (*from an IT geek).

[@merlinsatrom6678]

Love it! “That should hardly leak.”!😆😆

[@evergreenorganics]

The “special tool for this” is called a one stop wrench. It’s kind of a one trick pony for angle stops but if you’re someone who does plumbing for a living, it’s an indispensable tool. Love the channel, thanks a bunch guys.

[@kozemchuk]

Absolutely, it's 100% the right tool for that specific job.

[@firesurfer]

There is a special torque wrench made for this by Snap-on. It's only $800.

[@kozemchuk]

@@firesurfer lol what a deal!

[@evergreenorganics]

@@firesurfer …and somehow the snap-on guy convinced me I needed three of them.

[@jdlessl]

> shower fixtures are now inaccessible That's why I installed access hatches on the opposing walls for our showers. I am a total amateur when it comes to plumbing work, and it's such a load off my mind knowing that I can easily get at my work if anything goes wrong. And unless you go looking for them, you'll never know they're there; one's in my daughter's closet, the other is behind my office door.

[@kozemchuk]

If the layout of your house is amenable to this design, I think it's a great idea! Always a bummer when a valve on an exterior wall has issues....

[@brmatt88]

Nothing but masters of trade on this channel, all which can tell a story/entertain while explaining how they do Good work

[@marksmith6104]

It don’t get no better than a Phil showcase video. I really enjoy his work and conversation.

[@joshcowart2446]

Thank you for mentioning the angle stop distance from the wall. I work with guys who put them tight. Then to change something I have to cut the escutcheon off to get the compression nut out of the way in order to remove the ferrule. I always leave at least enough room so that you can push the nut out of the way of the ferrule. The trick I use to break tile is a wood chisel. Because of the sharper edge on them, it almost works like scoring it. I’ve found that I usually break off what I want or less compared to a cold chisel that is more blunt and more likely to crack more tile. PS you know a carpenter labeled the video when they call it trim plumbing.

[@kozemchuk]

Plumbers call it trim plumbing in Washington, just a state away.

[@joshcowart2446]

@@kozemchuk interesting. We call it set out or setting fixtures. I just figured a carpenter would say trim plumbing because it’s the plumbing version of trim carpentry.

[@kozemchuk]

@@joshcowart2446 That makes sense! Where are you located?

[@joshcowart2446]

@@kozemchuk Texas

[@kozemchuk]

@@joshcowart2446 Gotcha. Regional variation in what people call tools and techniques in trades is fascinating.

[@tracybrickey2686]

Phil is the best!!! He truly has a wealth of knowledge. I have learned something new every time he has been on this project!!!

[@waynemiracle8928]

I would imagine he’s a hoot to work with! Makes the day of work go by easier! Love it!

[@saltydroog854]

Phil is such a trip. "That should hardly leak" LMAO.

[@djamelhamdia134]

I never get bored hearing Phil talking and "philosophizing"!

[@jakeobcarson57]

Finally, I'm an Apprentice Plumber doing Finals for a year and half and wanted to see more of Phils work thank you.

[@wilbready]

Phil’s story reminds me of my own experience a few years ago when I was doing demo on a deck so we could install composite material later that week. I had my big, red demo bar in hand and was prying up the rotted OSB when I woke up on the ground. Turns out the rotten OSB gave out too quickly and that red bar connected with my forehead. I was rushed to the urgent care and they called for a helicopter, thinking this was worker’s compensation insurance. After staying overnight in a neurological trauma ward, they sent me home with a severe concussion. The insult to injury was the $40,965 bill for my 30 minute flight! Just like Phil, they didn’t let me fly the chopper. Good times!

[@clayjones553]

40k for a helicopter flight? That's absurd

[@stephenmcreynolds9606]

@@clayjones553 he rode fist class

[@heinrichjanevanrensburg1900]

Dit was a nice plumbing story nice to nou Thanks. 👌🏻

[@danielmurray7639]

this guy would make a great plumbing talk show host

[@wcvp]

I hope you guys get to have @PLUMBER in more of your videos in the future, he's definitely one of my favorite guests!

[@colinduquette]

I SPY A WAHSHUGAL MOTOCROSS NATIONAL T SHIRT ON PHILS HELPER! THATS RAD! EPISODES WITH PHIL ARE PURE GOLD

[@emorybarnes8645]

Thanks for watching a essential Craftsman and keep up the good work

[@nathansilver9190]

Never thought I'd watch a video about plumbing....but Phil made it more than worthwhile.

[@LoveShackBBQ]

I love it when I learn something new. Thank you EC for this entire series. God Bless

[@jeremygordon4483]

The plumber guy is the best.

[@lcook0825]

I gotta say that plumber is a funny dude. Your videos also have the best music of the many I watch. Thanks.

[@saljablo2767]

10:58 don’t worry about those cabinets and their finish. A good recip saw blade gives em a bit of character.

[@edmelisky774]

Phil is a hilarious, humble expert and a great teacher. Your videos are always well done, informative and well explained...qualities that imply Scott and the other tradesmen are superb in their work. Thank you.

[@austinpatrick2682]

Phil you need to check out "no-cut" toilet bolts. They are awesome. I tend to be one for old school methods primarily but those new bolts really made an improvement for me in my plumbing.

[@tacklebox6239]

This guys a hack. Probably buys the cheapest stuff he can find. Like that plastic toilet flange.

[@FreekHoekstra]

@@tacklebox6239 classy...

[@franklinprichard9151]

There's really no reason to use anything else

[@hibiki54]

I love construction stories.

[@MikkoKalavainen]

That dude is a treasure. International treasure by now!

[@russellstarr9111]

Phil is always entertaining. Keep up the good work, Phil!

[@phuturephunk]

Phil is the greatest!

[@keithncollins]

"That should hardly leak."- best internet plumber

[@dcrog69]

The flat sided bucket is a nice little tip.

[@kozemchuk]

They are great! I also have a square bucket for working in the corners of cabinets.

[@alasdairmunro1953]

Phil really is one of a kind, an absolute gem!

[@ADBBuild]

At first I thought Phil's story was a dream he had because it was so crazy, what with the helicopter blowing up and the Learjet. lol

[@robertbeirne9813]

Had to watch this again, after I realized Phil was telling a true story.

[@brianteunessen85]

I love Phil's stories , they are the best

[@andrewmullen4003]

Love Phil's wee stories, the man is a legend.

[@wilderbeast_5390]

I love Phil, his story telling is all time

[@TokyoCraftsman]

Phil is back! Yahoo! Did Phil dress up for the video...? "Phil the plumber" they should make a movie! Keep up the good work! Cheers from Tokyo! Stu

[@nerknerk8834]

Thanks for an entertaining and educational break for us snow bound New Englanders.

[@51-FS]

7:11 I like how that ring holds the bolts stright up in place

[@curransKids]

What a wealth of wisdom.. thank you Phil.

[@rix0r222]

"I've got a bad wrist 'cause my watch is too tight" 😂

[@michaeldougfir9807]

I have followed the spec house series. Phil is one of my favorite characters. Now I am a plumbers son and can no longer hold in one dig I need to make: It's not a hot water heater. It is a COLD water heater! Why do some people think they can heat HOT water?

[@Adamsadventures83]

It's just a water heater, neither hot nor cold as it's heating subjectively cold water to a higher tempature. In the summer my cold water might be dang near 90 degrees, in the winter it's 45-50 degrees

[@atillatekin7030]

I've been waiting for this one personally as a plumber myself. Yes!!!

[@kozemchuk]

When using a wax ring, I was taught to use a bit of extra wax to seal the flange to the floor, that way if there's a leak it will show up on the floor of the bathroom before it runs down into the ceiling and insulation below.

[@terryeffinp]

Does Phil have a youtube channel? I would love to watch him doing stuff, guy has a great sense of humor!

[@davebrock6618]

Just love the videos with Phil in them. What a pro...

[@Chillituber]

Great stories by Phil! Worth listening to

[@EngineersHomestead]

I'm guessing you edited out Phil showing the scars...no way he didn't offer to show them lol

[@clydedecker765]

Funniest man on KZbin!! The plumber! I could listen to his stories all day!

[@SkullFarms]

Phil is so funny, so happy you guys are capturing these moments.

[@bonafide987]

It's interesting watching this episode again after seeing their very recent video highlighting some of their mistakes. Knowing the pot-filler leaks somehow after their open house is foreshadowed with Phil saying at minute 6 that there's no overflow for it and having a shut-off (2 in this case) is important for the home-owner. Bummer it leaked with no one in the house and thus it wasn't caught quickly.

[@deetee1763]

More great tips, Ralphie. Thanks!

[@HeartAndHand1688]

Imagine working with Phil, it wouldn't really be work would it. Fantastic

[@2ddw]

Phil should have his own KZbin channel dispensing his words of wisdom.

[@stevo53o]

I see Phil, I click!

[@rollercap61087]

Phil is fantastic FWIW. Old school plumber who details installation with all his small details that always goes unnoticed. I did notice Matte Black finish theme with chrome stop and handle on the toilet(s) 🤔. Other than that, great finish plumbing video.

[@richw9205]

‘They put morphine on me….I was fine.’ 😂🤣😂🤣🤪

[@SuperKarlAdam]

He could have his own TV show and it would be a success…

[@johnstran]

Great info for the pot filler.

[@SerranoPE]

This guy is just simply the best! I will reiterate that I can listen to him all day talking about plumbing - but now, he also has great stories! Awesome video!

[@TheZambie1]

Phil is the man

[@kozemchuk]

A Ridgid one stop wrench is a must for installing 3/8" compression angle stops. Far easier than two crescent wrenches.

[@gabewhisen3446]

Lmao the most honest plumber In the world. The worst pain was watching the nurses watch my hair due. You know an honest man through the little details sounds strange right but its somewhere between the blurred lines

[@fedecano7362]

We love Phil, fav plumber ever! would you consider coming to spain Phil, I have some issues around my house that need a qualify plumber and the banter is welcome.

[@nickgrimm6355]

Never seen a toilet ring like that! Always learning something new kool!

[@jamessouza7065]

I got a really small set of bolt cutters & its a great way to cut the long clostlet bolts for tbe china cap And I double bolt the closet bolts for the next guy.

[@Tactical-Black]

I use to use compression but i swicthed over to male fittings much easier to repair

[@MarkTaylor-mk7fl]

Amazing video. Thank you for showing me large bodies of water are always flat. 👌 You changed my life. Flat Earth is just the start.

[@lecompterc83]

I learned a lot in a short time in this video, thank you.

[@connorwilson7487]

Gotta flush those aerators!

[@cottongin1675]

Loving the Blue Monster pipe dope. Love their tape too. My top 3 dopes are Gasoila, Blue Monster, and Great White. Over here in SC we typically prefer wax for toilets, I know I do and most guys I've met do by far. Just more tried and true and less reliant on compression than the rubber, plus here toilet flanges are typically set on top of the finish floor. I could definitely see the bonus to a wax-free system for whole home backup issues or plunging toilets though. Love that you dont prime the PVC inside. It's not code to here for DWV under 4" and it makes life a whole lot easier when peeling a flange or other fitting. I know the benefits of primer and use it most the time but inside a home, outside of a wall, I'm not a fan. Good work Phil

[@kozemchuk]

My boss never lets us use primer in a finished house because of how easily it stains. Just glue will hold fine on the trap adapters, like you said.

[@FB-111A]

Thanks again for sharing. Funny & entertaining.

[@K7PLC]

Can we PLEASE get Phil his own KZbin channel?!?

[@kylearmstrong2754]

This guys a riot 😂

[@scotchandrew]

Phil totally needs to have his own channel! Safety fifth lol - classic!

[@spock59]

Phil: "That's the suckin' I like to hear". I must buy a flat sided bucket! In my 62 years, I've never seen one. Thanks for the illustration, Mr. editor.

[@dcrog69]

Phil's definitely the man.

[@spenmac]

Money is no object for Phil, this must one of the many reason Scott and him are goid friends. Hilarious story.

[@brock8830]

Man check out the ratcheting stop wrench. Or Ridgid one stop wrench. To hell with those duel crescent wrenches

[@kozemchuk]

I've never heard of the ratcheting stop wrench, sounds cool!

[@mae2759]

American Standard make the best toilets! Everything flushes on the first try.

[@tedreid1035]

Not ours. You must have a better diet than I do.

[@mae2759]

@@tedreid1035 I certainly don't. haha! I got the series 4 that flushes a bucket of golf balls.

[@JeanRoi]

🤣 Was that story of Phil true? lol man that sounded so unreal and funny

[@WoLpH]

Most of the toilets I see around here are hanging toilets, is it common to have standing toilets in the US? Upsides of a hanging toilet, far easier to clean under/around it and it looks better since most stuff is hidden. Downside, it's much more fragile and it's harder to do maintenance.

[@thomasmatthew7759]

I honestly couldn't get any work done if Phil was around. I'd be too busy listening to his commentary

[@kbranger3498]

Hello from Kansas!

[@machone1757]

Safety 4th, Classic Phil, Good to Know Bad things do happen to Other Tradespeople too, and they come back to Work Another Day

[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

I have picture collection of wrong plumbing found in my 200 year old house. Such things as live electric wire holding cpvc water line. 220 dryer line wedged between water lines and drain line. Fridge wire multiple junctions and split, and laying on gas line. S.m.h. Radiator copper line laying on masonry moving and vibrating slightly. 5 water shut off values to boiler, none of them work.

[@badlandskid]

When people tell me “they just don’t make em like they used to” when talking about their old house, my immediate response is “Thank God!”

[@rickydowell4195]

American standard does have nice fixtures

[@jwbeck21]

New EC on my bday. Doesn’t get any better!

[@Hoaxer51]

Happy Birthday Jeremey!🎉🎂🍻

[@ryanfields5181]

Phil is the best, he's a funny guy

[@johne9341]

"Watching those nurses see my hairdo." I laughed so hard! Wish he would come up north and do my remodel in Clackamas County.

[@richardwigley]

Phil is a hilarious man. 😂

[@areabum]

I like that pot filler idea. I'm going to be doing that on a house I'm building now.

[@Jesse-B]

Phil is such a character.

[@dickbutt7854]

Korky makes an adjustable height toilet ring. Helps when the flange is higher than grade