Or step four, just replace it with a quarter turn ball valve that should’ve already been in there
@jake16542 Жыл бұрын
Sometimes you can’t use ball valves in certain applications because the pitch of the valve isn’t long enough. Idk about this application but there’s always a reason gate valves are still used today even though they’re trash
@Bouldergoat Жыл бұрын
Gate valves are insurance inexperienced people don't water hammer 👍
@mikeybmx5330 Жыл бұрын
I'd rather stir my coffee with the stem than put money into it
@austingranger4223 Жыл бұрын
Its probably just an older valve. Back in the day this is what they installed
@disquiet3163 Жыл бұрын
Beat me to it. There ain't no saving that POS valve. There's a reason plumbers don't like those valves.
@spud435 Жыл бұрын
Step four Repair set from overtightening, water erosion from waiting to long. Step five install a ball valve.
@christopherwilson2606 Жыл бұрын
Especially if you want it to work when you need it
@BryanTorok Жыл бұрын
If you get to the point of having the water turned off up stream from the supply, replace the valve with a quality modern quarter turn ball valve. No matter what you do to the old globe valve, within a year or two it will again leak, especially if you close and reopen it a few times. Each time you close the glove valve, you drag that corroded stem through the packing, causing wear, and press the washer against the worn/corroded seat.
@ProleDaddy Жыл бұрын
Clean it up with emery cloth or wire brush and keep it greased, you heathen.
@BryanTorok Жыл бұрын
@@ProleDaddy Been there, done that. Once the stem gets corroded, it will have pits in it. No amount of emery cloth or wire brushing will remove enough material to remove the pits. You may be able to machine the seat to get it smooth, but that is tricky to do well without removing the valve. If you are going through that much labor, you might as well replace the valve with a better design that will last decades.
@ProleDaddy Жыл бұрын
@@BryanTorok I guess my thoughts are that the below the surface pits aren't going to be so much of an issue as the above the surface corroded material would be.
@BryanTorok Жыл бұрын
@@ProleDaddy They may be less of an issue. The above surface corrosion will tend to wear the packing material or seal. But, the below surface pits can provide a path for the water to get under the packing material. It may be an extremely tiny amount of water, maybe one drop in a week, but it will lead to new corrosion. One advantage to the ball valve is that the stem only rotates inside packing seal as opposed to rotating and going in an out. So, the seal protects the contact area from both air and water.
@zaxarispetixos8728 Жыл бұрын
Ball valves are less reliable if you do not use them often.
@OExplosion11 ай бұрын
Hey it’s me, a dude 7 months after you posted this thanking you for it. We had this exact problem happen just now and were able to fix it thanks to you.
@100vg Жыл бұрын
Don't know how I missed this one. I had no idea of the internal workings of a water main shut off. You make understanding and repairing things to easy. Thank you, Scott!
@timfischer Жыл бұрын
I had two of these, one on either side of our indoor water meter. It got to the point where I had to shut them both on to shut the water completely off. I was able to get the "before the meter" one shut off one last time and work quickly to replace the "after the meter" one with a quarter-turn ball valve. Now I can reliably shut the water off to my home. If the city needs to shut it off before the meter, that's their problem lol. Actually they've already replaced the meter since I've done that fix so it must be good enough.
@lucash1980 Жыл бұрын
Pro tip: if the packing nut is tightened all the way down like that, bottomed out, you already know the packing needs replacing. Replace the packing but don't crank it down hulk tight. The nut itself may also be cracked or damaged (a little Teflon tape may buy you some time if it is leaking from the nut threads. Buying an assorted bag of valve seals/washers and keeping them in the plumbing bag is the way to go. There are flat and wedge shaped versions. They will NOT stop a leak at the valve stem, they just stop the flow of water through the valve. Check the valve seat inside the valve body to make sure there aren't broken chunks of dried rubber seal stuck to it. It should be smooth and clean. They sell kits to clean/smooth the valve seats. These fixes may last long enough for it to be SEP (Somebody Else's Problem), but if you've got some work ethic, plan to replace that valve when it starts to leak again.
@ArmyRayOIF Жыл бұрын
Step 0 never touch these valves unless you are ready to replace it with a 90 degree valve. Turn you water off at the street if you have to.
@monohydrate28 ай бұрын
Yep. My water heater was replaced on a Friday night by non-plumbers. Gate valve wouldn't re-open. Landlord had to call an emergency plumber to replace it with a ball valve.
@rustyrobinson8027 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I remember my grandpa showed me this 57 years ago timeless information
@TrizziyyWho8 ай бұрын
Literally the 1st option was the problem thanks a lot👍🏽👍🏽
@BBSr-q2w Жыл бұрын
Do not tighten that packing nut with the valve completely closed, you will split the nut. Good luck finding a matching valve stem. That old gate valve has seen better days kinda like me 😳
@anneoreilly4900 Жыл бұрын
Yep, step 4 visit hardware store, step 5 buy new bib, step 6 wait another two years until you see this video. Step 7, it's winter wait 6 more months!
@pasquarielloanthony Жыл бұрын
It's a globe valve. He replaced just the washer.
@markawhite8883 ай бұрын
Thank you for uploading this. I say it all the time, the internet wins again.
@roncrate6424 Жыл бұрын
Looking at pipes in many homes and places makes you never wanna drink from taps again
@parrotsandmore7446 Жыл бұрын
Oh man! You should see the pipes at my house 😂😂. You would def never drink tap water again! Completely brown iron build up on everything
@roncrate6424 Жыл бұрын
@@parrotsandmore7446 want head? Lol. Makes pipes clean
@Townsendcat2 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing people they don’t have to breeze it off and put a new one on you just take it apart and change the little to set rubber piece good job sir!!!!💯🛠✊🌿☮️🍀
@Ma7cosdiaz Жыл бұрын
Step one . Replace the damn thing and never have to worry about it leaking . It’s like trying to patch a tire every time .
@guywinfrey3306 Жыл бұрын
Might want to turn off water at the main before moving on to steps 2+
@waterheaterservices Жыл бұрын
Most valuable comment !
@SunLam Жыл бұрын
Where i am, we would have to call the city to turn off the water from the street before working on the shutoff.
@gus473 Жыл бұрын
Buy or make your own tool for that, just in case! Was flabbergasted to find that was the case with our Texas home. Goofy! 🤪✌🏼😎
@NoflectioN Жыл бұрын
I hope you installed your self a main shut off valve while the waters was off
@emette30159 ай бұрын
Step 1 WORKED 🎉🎉🎉🎉 THANK YOU 😊!!!
@simpsonhomerenovations Жыл бұрын
Any contractor in his right mind will cut that out and replace it with a new ball valve.
@Britineeng Жыл бұрын
Brother your videos are so informative! Thank you
@jimpie231 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I have replaced these valves whenever I encounter them. I replace these with 1/4 turn ball valves. Thanks….Jim
@arnulfoaguirrejr3060 Жыл бұрын
Good job, yep you can always replace with something better but sometimes repairing with a little Teflon or washer does the trick.
@MrMockingbird1313 Жыл бұрын
A very simple 4th solution is to use boiler seal. It comes in a tube and a small jugs. Several different varieties and colors. I prefer white with Teflon added. It is a great seal and the thick goo is also a lubricant for adding in turns on the cap nut. This is the simplest and probably most successful solution to packing gland failure.
@wesfields9322 Жыл бұрын
Step six: go to comments about your ideas because you know everything
@mattingegneri1077 Жыл бұрын
In the time it would take to do all those steps and run to the supply house, Pro Press ball valve, 5 mins done!
@waterheaterservices Жыл бұрын
Pro Press is pure awesomeness, but not too many home owners will be making that investment.
@mattingegneri1077 Жыл бұрын
@@waterheaterservices I held out for a while because “I’m a plumber” lmao… best investment ever!!!
@scundoorsup5342 Жыл бұрын
Use CLR to clean green corrosion
@robertthompson3447 Жыл бұрын
I have never had success when bringing in parts of a valve like this to a home improvement store and being told that I can buy just the parts that I need. I have heard from the old timers that they used to do that, but not anymore.
@charlesmohelsky48237 ай бұрын
So, a globe valve is designed to throttle the flow. A gate valve or a ball valve is designed to open or close. Throttling the flow with a gate or ball can be done but will eventually cause the valve to not fully stop flow. If you have a situation where it is either open or closed use a ball valve, or a gate. The ball valve will last longer. But if you need to adjust the flow rate the globe valve is the right choice.
@jpjp9111 Жыл бұрын
What do I do if there ISN'T a shut off valve before the slightly leaky faucet. I have an artesian well but an old faucet on the SOURCE is leaking and needs to be replaced. It's a rusting iron/metal pipe on my property.
@warrendurham7358 Жыл бұрын
Step 6 put a bucket under it when it fills up replace bucket
@krisdphillips Жыл бұрын
Ball valve or bust. I rip these out anywhere I can and replace them with ball valves. Only place they stay it on the outside of my house for my water spigots.
@robertthompson3447 Жыл бұрын
Replace those too. Full port quarter turn hose bibs are awesome. And they seem to have the added advantage of allowing enough water to pass though them to loosen debris that are in the water line.
@DavidSmith-fs4nt Жыл бұрын
Newer valves often have a screw that snaps off as soon as you put a screwdriver on it. Some have a prong with a stop on the end that allows a new rubber stopper to pop right over the end after removing the old one. The older valves are easier to repair. My house was built in the 80s and every valve I've encountered has required replacing.
@danielvelezdiaz5851 Жыл бұрын
If you have to replace the washer,try the beveled one instead...last longer as long as the seat its good.
@alejandroascencio659711 ай бұрын
Thanks bro. Very useful skill to know.
@gregberry9122 Жыл бұрын
Tightening the packing nut only works until the next time you turn the valve....
@Stevesbe Жыл бұрын
He can't plumb he can't fit but the Porta potty man sure knows his shit
@jerryhernandez5122 Жыл бұрын
Well, that works well when it's on the other side of the main shut off valve. What about when you can't get access to the shut off valve at the street? Then show us how to freeze the pipe so you can replace the main valve. The city can't find my main valve at the street. Would like to see that .
@Nebby_99 Жыл бұрын
I know it's a tight edit, but cutting the water off before disassembling the tap is a very very important step!
@itaintrocketscience Жыл бұрын
Nope. You deserve a flood if you don’t know that incredibly basic step.
@lucash1980 Жыл бұрын
You just stole someone's adrenaline rush. :P They'll notice pretty quick. It'll take a few turns to get that valve off.
@BHPhunters Жыл бұрын
We call these gate valves over in the UK😂 they are equally as crap here too, just replace with a quarter turn lever valve to save yourself any headaches in the future 🤣
@David-uy4jz Жыл бұрын
That washer be wasn't just old and probably hard as a rock, but it also looked a little rough(even an old hard washer should still be smooth) and because it looks rough, ya need to stick your pinky finger in the valve right where ya screwed the stem out. You should feel a nice smooth seat. (Where the washer actually meats metal to shut the water off)....if it feels rough, you can change the washers a thousand two hundred and fifteen times and it still won't cut off goodp
@David-uy4jz Жыл бұрын
I am a plumber btw
@beachbums2008 Жыл бұрын
Do you have to turn off the main water first at the curb first to do this repair?
@thinkingimpaired566310 ай бұрын
I was just curious if a person still can repack the packing nut with water valve is in closed position while there's still water pressure at the valve.
@Re5ist_ance Жыл бұрын
Replace with a 1/4 turn valve. Done and done.
@imdeplorable2241 Жыл бұрын
If you don't want to replace the valve (with a ball valve), then replace the packing AND the rubber washer at the same time. I wish they made nitrile washers for valves. Rubber washers harden and fall apart.
@Vaticider69 Жыл бұрын
If you have a half inch water main call a plumber replace it and have a 3/4 - 1".....
@jeffsumner4996 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@jasonmcfarland3696 Жыл бұрын
Is a globe valve the same as a gate valve? Furthermore why don't we just use ball valves for every shutoff
@transmitterguy478 Жыл бұрын
When I was a kid in the 60s, every valve like that I ran into was a leaker. I only use ball valves. Those old valves are a waste of money.
@Balticblue93 Жыл бұрын
Every plumber and experienced DIYer or someone in the trades are completely freaking out that the valve wasn’t completely replaced with a new valve to satisfy local code. Fixing that makes me want to scream. 😂
@mr.fahrenheit310 Жыл бұрын
Fyi odds are slim that you'll be able to find the replacement stem in stock. 2 week lead time on orders IF they can order it. Good luck.
@62Cristoforo Жыл бұрын
You should probably shut the water supply first so you don’t flood the basement. Typically, this is done by the municipality with a ‘key’ at the sidewalk
@jimmckenzie9324 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim!
@Matt_justlikethat Жыл бұрын
U didn’t have to cut the seat a little bit? I’ve had them cracked before, pull out the proper Allen key an R&R them, along with a new washer.👍👍
@maxpowerjunior137 ай бұрын
For step 2, does water need to be shut off at the street?
@furies Жыл бұрын
Do I need to use an induction heater or a rivet gun?
@choudharyjaved3283 ай бұрын
Good video
@JimmyLarsen1 Жыл бұрын
Step one should be replace with anything different
@velascojidon390 Жыл бұрын
Temporary fix.but as a plumber I always replace the hole valve
@ColeSpolaric Жыл бұрын
I've never heard the term globe valve. I've always heard these called gate valves
@fallingdebris4391 Жыл бұрын
It's not a globe valve
@HKGunPlay Жыл бұрын
Step one call your plumber. If you break the main feed valve to your house you have no way to stop the water from running and flooding everything around it. The main valve to your house is the most important valve in the house you can dr hose bibs washing machine valves but I highly recommend you not mess with the main unless you have another backup valve or a plumber on speed dial.
@palpatine4prez11 ай бұрын
this happened on my main water valve…do i just turn off valve as hard as i can to shut off water to house before trying these steps?
@lanewells5290 Жыл бұрын
In a pinch I have flipped the seals over
@bludika13 күн бұрын
Just replace lol, easier and less headaches
@meatsax Жыл бұрын
If you make it to step 3 just get a 1/4 turn ball valve and be done.
@disquiet3163 Жыл бұрын
Don't repair, replace. Instead of putting the equivalent of duct tape on that valve as a band-aid, install a ball valve or a quarter turn ball valve. Much simpler construction and design and less problems in the future because of it. Gate valves tend to have the issue of turning forever and not opening or closing when old and corroded.
@paulchapman85577 ай бұрын
Flipping glode valves. Ive only used theses on industrial applications.
@ocsrc Жыл бұрын
If you get the name of the company off the valve and send them photos, they can sell you the new replacement "guts" , parts, " stem " with all the washers and everything you need. I did this with a bunch of houses built in the 80s If you are in an area near the coast you will see a lot of corrosion. Also in areas that use a lot of road salt.
@0110mine7 ай бұрын
That one is actually a gate valve.
@Dusty6473 ай бұрын
Ok I got the same valve stem it is stripped and the water is on is there a way to turn the water off from the valve stem? It needs to be rotated
@infin1ty850 Жыл бұрын
Mine is outdoors. It was replaced about 4 years ago, but how can I tell if there is even a slow leak? My water bill hasn't moved past the default amount they charge ($15), but I do know I have at least 2 leaks around the house.
@bettywright1428 Жыл бұрын
Im having this problem right now. I cant even use my shut off valve. I live in a trailer and i recently bought the ball valve but idk how to put that in. Im currently having to go out to the rd what the main water is and have to shut my water in and off that way. I just use what i need then shut if off really quick. The knob on my shut off has broken off and was having to use a pair of plyers and turning a screw. Its crazy and i need help with my problem bad. If anyone can tell me how plz let me know. Thanks
@Kp-2 Жыл бұрын
Step 1: shut water off at meter Step 2: Cut it out Step 3: replace it with ball valve
@jayedmonds5476 Жыл бұрын
This is a gate valve, looks similar to a globe valve but globe valves work much better
@RamboOnYaMom Жыл бұрын
Step one… cut it out… step two replace with ball valve! Easy
@JimH13164 Жыл бұрын
What do you do if that is your main shut off? You can’t just turn the underground water valve off at the street, and when I called the water authority, they said any plumber can fix this?
@metaltrooper5249 Жыл бұрын
The plumber will call the city to shit the water off
@David-uy4jz Жыл бұрын
Same thing....just tightening the packing nut as he done in step one will most likely fix the leak.....if that's where it's leaking. You can cut the water at the street if you have a standard meter and a "meter wrench" ......or. A basan wrench.(wrench you use under sinks to install kitchen sink faucets) If you remove the packing nut and it looks as though it didn't have any type of packing material, remove the center stem from the main stem body and see if there's an oring there. If so, replace it. And I bet ya it's a number 8 oring.
@dustinengle2570 Жыл бұрын
Anddd it leaks again in a week lol. Just replace it. Pick up a soldering kit and figure it out. It’s not hard. If you really are afraid of soldering then put a shark bite valve on temporarily if it’s necessary. Then have a professional solder or press a new water valve in.
@nickbryant2318 Жыл бұрын
Globe valve or gate?
@royhi1809 Жыл бұрын
Go with Step#4...
@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын
Ball Valve?
@thevoid9880 Жыл бұрын
Good content man. 👌
@EverydayHomeRepairs Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@whodathunkithuh1001 Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, you wrapped the stem packing cord backwards. MEH
@2Sorts Жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t a normal person have replaced it before it was all green and rotten like that? And even if they hadn’t, if one leaked and was looking like that one nobody would piss around trying to stop the leak, they’d just replace it.
@miguelhernandez10801 Жыл бұрын
Just replace with the same type of valve
@randyschneider7567 Жыл бұрын
Globe valve are meant for steam, they will work for water but generally fain in time. Use gate valve or ball valves on water, but packing can be repaired if needed.
@drewking96 Жыл бұрын
Don’t know why a globe valve is used for a main shutoff.. globes are used for throttling applications. A gate or a ball would be better suited for this type of service.
@philrobson4287 Жыл бұрын
Oops! I forgot to tell you to turn the water off at the source.
@donalddlugos6688 Жыл бұрын
Gate?
@CJ-xv7rw9 ай бұрын
change rubber
@kingcorpse1771 Жыл бұрын
Yeah I would have got that crusty unit out of there and installed a quarter turn.
@usmcivan Жыл бұрын
yeah, I'm just gonna replace the valve it'll be faster and cheaper
@jerrelCbanks Жыл бұрын
I have no idea whats the fascination with ball valves amd why so many people recommend them so often even in applications where they are not beneficial. When it comes to your Main feed valve/Stop&Waste(Inlet valve BEFORE WATER METER) Gate valves are recommended, especially for your average home owner. Ball valves increase the risk of water hammer when operated and can also damage the water Meter internals in some instances. Now for any valve AFTER the meter sure go ahead and put a ball valve in. Also it's probably irresponsible to not make a clear distribution between a globe valve and a gate valve in this demonstration
@avismore3938 Жыл бұрын
I’m Ohio we call those gate valves
@ericsj408857 ай бұрын
I thought they were called gate valves
@Swoliosis1 Жыл бұрын
Dont forget to turn the water off.
@edthelasttribe9580 Жыл бұрын
You don’t get it , I have seen many comments replace the valve , what about if you have scenario where , you can’t shut the water off if it’s a hospital for example… think before you leave smart comments . He’s definitely good 👍, not a waste society
@jimrylander9143 Жыл бұрын
Didn’t even clean off the seat where the gasket seals or flush.
@jeffillick3025 Жыл бұрын
That my friend is a DISK valve, I thought it was a GATE valve from the design but you actually showed the DISK(the rubber washer). A BALL valve has a BALL inside.
@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE Жыл бұрын
This looks a little bit intimidating for me to do, but do I have to call a plumber to fix something like this, or whom do I call?
@waterheaterservices Жыл бұрын
Call a plumber, not a handyman. A mistake could cause a house flood.
@memphistanker5 Жыл бұрын
Step 2, first step worked half ass. Now that valve a little ways down the road has blown with a pressure fluctuation and your home is flooded. Replace corroded fittings.
@randycny Жыл бұрын
Step one, replace it. 1/4 turn sharkbite and you're done in a few minutes. lol
@Snookchaser007 Жыл бұрын
Step one since you have to turn the water off any way and go to the store just buy a damn ball valve and replace