How to Correctly Rough-In PEX (STUB OUT)

PEX is widely used by DIYers and Plumbers. Knowing the best practices for roughing a bathroom or kitchen is a must know. In this video we will cover how to proper stub out PEX.
🔩 Materials Used:
• 100' PEX Pipe (BLUE and RED) Kit: amzn.to/3sOYyb6
• PEX Crimp Rings Pack of 25: amzn.to/3SMaPI5
• PEX Support Clips (Option 1): amzn.to/3QOXHiH
• Pipe Hanger Bracket Kit (Option 2)
• Copper Stub Out (Option 3): amzn.to/3sOYRCM
• General Screws or Nails
🧰 Tools Used:
• PEX Crimper and Cutter Kit: amzn.to/3SXa1jP
• Hammer: amzn.to/47JwyVf
• Drill/Impact Gun
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[@Mr.PoopyDoobertPants]

Great info!

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

I am glad you found this informative... Thanks for watching!🛠👍

[@dougs867]

Copper stub outs is the best and most professional job. Looks good and you don't have to concern yourself with putting an insert stiffener in each one. Kinda feels like a sharkbite solution to me....However any of the above is doable .

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

I prefer the copper stubs out, and you are right any of them would work just fine.

[@MikeHughesShooter]

Strong work

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Thanks!!!

[@wind5250]

Or you can use two 90 degree conduit elbows for about $1.50 each . Just cut to size , mount to 2x4 ,feed pex inside . You can do both sides for 1/3 the cost of 1 of these copper stub outs .

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Absolutely, using 90-degree elbows is a budget-friendly option. But I'm with you on the copper stub outs. It's not just about cost; it's about reliability too. Fewer connections mean fewer potential leak points, and having a sturdy copper pipe for the shut-off valve just adds to the durability. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, appreciate it! 😊🔩🚿

[@thehound1359]

Exactly. That’s the way I did it. Super easy

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Yes, PEX is great to work with. Thanks for checking out the video!" 😊🚰🔧

[@rty1955]

This is the RIGHT way to install PEX. Notice the sweeps, no elbows! This creayes nice even flow of water. Elbows create turbulance which restricts water flow, and also requires two more crimps or connections which are more points for failure. Less is best!

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

I couldn't agree more! PEX's flexibility is one of its greatest strengths, and you're absolutely right about minimizing fittings. Sweeps do create a smoother water flow. It's great to meet someone who appreciates the finer details of plumbing like this. Thanks a lot for watching and appreciating the video! 👍🚰😊

[@BillyJoeJimBob8]

Informative video, but I have to say that at around 1:42 of the video, the clamps seem to be very flimsy and it looks like the added 2 thicknesses of the metal hanger, the clamp base, and the screw head would make the sheetrock bow out noticeably. Why would the hanger not be made to be recessed to allow for an installation that's flush to the front of the stud?

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

hear you! Those brackets can be tricky, and I never liked them. I prefer the simplicity of 2x4s and copper stubouts. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts! 👍😊

[@saynotoracismnow]

Maravilha!

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Obrigado! 🙏

[@timothywhieldon1971]

you are requires to use isolators on pex though studs.

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

My understanding is that you are only required to use isolators when running PEX through mason walls or metal studs. Thanks for supporting the channel!!🛠🙂

[@krupter]

yeah but the problem is that copper stub outs now are not lasting more then 8 years before then fail we have bad copper now.

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Sure! I haven't see copper stub-outs fail that soon. But definitely worth keeping an eye out... The goal for us is to have the plumbing to last a long time and have as few problems as possible! Thanks for supporting the channel.🚿🛠️👍

[@NotRiansLuke]

Method 4 is to use a 90 degree elbow and THEN affix the PEX to the wall, coming out at the perfect angle -- this is no different than the 90 degree copper for water flow. When the water line need to continue past the stub-out, you use a Tee. This is the method I used, just put Durarock over it, worked like a charm. :)

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

100% right… all methods works just fine, I was just trying to educate people on different methods out there… thanks for sharing!!!

[@MrPapaDukes]

Any chance you have a video for method 4?

[@wayneyadams]

I saw a video where the hot and cold faucets had been connected backwards because the plumbers connected the hot water to c for caliente. I don't know if that is a true story because I don't know what the H would be in Spanish. True or not, it's a funny story.

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Haha, that's a hilarious story! The mix-up between 'H' and 'C' in Spanish could lead to some interesting plumbing adventures. Thanks for sharing that laugh! And of course, thanks for watching - your support means a lot! 😄🚿🔧

[@jeepkev]

Shitrock

[@DIYPlumbingGuy]

Sheeeeet!!! Lol 😆😆😆😆