How to CORRECTLY Solder A Vertical Copper Pipe (Complete Guide) | GOT2LEARN

In this video, i'll go through all the steps on how to properly solder a "vertical" pipe.
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[@Rocksolidhandyman]

I’ve worked for many licensed plumbing companies that had no clue about all the details you describe in your videos! You’re a gift to us all!

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[@Mr.FixIt1979]

Amen to that!

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Blow him next time.

[@youradumbass2576]

So you worked with start ups or jokes. Sorry brother I started doing this in 1990 , was taught by 4 men with over 140 years combined ( masters), if you don't know this you are working for a POS. I learned all this first year

[@mondrian5620]

They omit it on purpose cuz there’s plenty of aholes that don’t want anyone else to be successful in the industry. Just like the aholes in this comment section swearing you didn’t work for a licensed plumber. As if he’s the be all, and end all of plumbing. Typical.

[@Arenoria]

After watching a few of your soldering videos I successfully installed a brand new copper pipe and some copper elbow fittings to my bathroom. I've never soldered a thing in my life until now and happy to report that it was a success. Thank you so much sir, I could not afford a plumber and your videos were incredibly helpful

[@Got2Learn]

@@Arenoria awesomeeee, please share if you can 😉😉😉

[@mrcoz1764]

When i was about 8 or 9,,, I watched a plumber in my basement solder some copper pipes together As i watched he explained what he was doing,,, That was the beginning of my Construction career 10 yrs later i was soldering on my own with no other lessons,,And for the next 50 yrs the Trades was where i stayed

[@als1023]

Very similar childhood, living in small town where trades did multiple jobs. Now i too enjoy a wide variety of trade skills, so satisfying.

[@Gman12959]

Good for you

[@mrcoz1764]

@@Gman12959 Thank you,,,Just goes to show you,,,curiosity is the best teacher

[@Gordangekko257]

This is probably the best instructional video of all. He explains techniques that a vocational school will teach on site. Great animation of the internal pipes.

[@Got2Learn]

Wowww thank you sooooo much!!!

[@lordjaashin]

except propane and map gas aren't same. its true that original mapp gas is discontinued but the map gas available in yellow cylinders is propylene, which burns way hotter than propane and is really awesome when soldering bigger pipes.

[@nothankyou5524]

@lordjaashin Mapp Gas Pro, IMO, is 5% to 10% hotter when comparing Flame Temperature, based on "in the field testing". Also, keep in mind that the figures of Flame Temp for both Propane and Mapp Pro, being in the mid 3000° range are adiabatic conditions, IMO. Actual Flame Temp for both gasses are in the 1900° to 2000° range, again, IMO, based on comparable shop tests between the two. Again, these are my findings. and IMO. Anyone else's opinion, I'm sure, believe their conclusions are as correct to them, as mine are to me I always suggest self investigation. There's a lot of info out there, these past 15 years. Best wishes & Best of Luck.

[@youradumbass2576]

@@nothankyou5524 As a former master plumber and journeyman welder I suggest you compare an oxy/acetylene with a propylene/oxygen performance abilities.

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[@vivtek]

This is the best video I have ever seen about soldering copper pipe. I've had a *terrible* time with vertical joints and for the first time I now know what I've been doing wrong.

[@Got2Learn]

Cheers 🍻 !!!

[@colinsteam]

Been soldering for years, your trick of bending the solder to gauge how much you need to melt is priceless.

[@Got2Learn]

Yes it helped me a lot in the beginning, thanks ColIin!!

[@mechantics]

I'd say that, and the vertical joint explanation, taught me more than any other pointer, besides the observation that soldering wires under th he hood of my Chevelle (1st car, 16 years old) required flux!

[@stevejones9044]

Same. I'm not a professional but I always do my own plumbing in my home. I was never sure how much solder was getting into the joint so I tended to overdo it. I'm sure I have many elbows filled with solder on the inside.

[@robertwillingham1206]

@@mechantics😊😊😊

[@henrykennedy1120]

You always bend the solder wow I'm 61 I've known this since I was ,7

[@Geekstocks]

3.6 million views and 50,000+ likes can't be wrong! You did a NICE job with this video and I very much appreciate the detail on fluxing. Your effort to show the innards of the pipe during soldering using the cut-away sections is super helpful. I have been over-fluxing for sure!

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you soooo much man, really appreciate it 😇😇😇

[@cory3106]

Yeah seriously! What a godsend! I'm usually a very handy person in many different skills, could use improvement in time management Plus a couple other things I haven't gotten acceptedly average skilled at yet or just plain old haven't gotten it under my belt yet. trial or practical experience-wise, an copper plumbing joints was always my weakest 'class,' if you will (to use nostalgic scholastic terms)

[@thomasmckelvey8961]

6.8 million views & 100K likes now.

[@majorburke9735]

I wish I could like it twice!

[@Vagab0nd]

Great video, I will be sharing around my shop. "WHY" is often the hardest lesson to teach. "Just do it like this" is much simpler, and that often leaves a person with only enough information to be dangerous. Thank you for making quality videos.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much Barrymore!!!!!!!!

[@toddsmith5850]

Hi ! I learned to be a expert on soldiering copper pipes up to 8" copper. In my 28 years in plumbing.I like what you're video shows. Theirs always so much to learn. You always want to start on the bottom on the vertical copper pipe fitting.,and then the top.If you don't you will have a cold joint.Since heat rises.👍

[@alanclarke2524]

Probably the best tutorial I've seen on the subject. The cutaway shots of the pipes and fittings are very useful and the explanations of why things need to be done are excellent.

[@Got2Learn]

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[@billsherman6129]

I'm loving those cut-away shots of pipes! Gives a much better idea of what's going on!

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much for the positive comment!

[@nextlayersecurity]

agreed! the cut-aways are very insightful and take away all the mystery. thanks!

[@Got2Learn]

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[@waynegacyii9010]

I was about to clog the inside of my pipe with a bucket of flux, and a half roll of solder.

[@wingerrrrrrrrr]

@@waynegacyii9010 The school of "the bigger the blob, the better the job"? 😉

[@ericheine2414]

I enjoy your videos. I've been a plumber for 40 years. I do it the way the old man told me to. The old man would have liked you. Thank you

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I'm an 18 year old in plumbing school and after my classes I always seem to come to your video's, this stuff is so fascinating to me!

[@Got2Learn]

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I love how your videos are simple and to the point, getting on with the lesson without the typical annoying repetitive channel intros.

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I appreciate that, thanks buddy!

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I’ve been doing homeowner repairs without issue. Now, after seeing your video I will do a much better job and know that I will not have issues over time. The TIPS you mention are terrific. Thanks

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[@Got2Learn]

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Yes, Got2learn should be an instructor at the schoolhouse for sure!

[@Got2Learn]

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[@luifranco1457]

I wanted to say THANK YOU for your very informational videos. They helped me complete my first major copper plumbing project, and watched many of your videos before my attempt. I built a bypass valve to install a water filtration/softening system in my home after getting a couple of “blow off” quotes since my main line was nearly butted to the wall and really close to a 2x4, the quotes I got for doing the job were pretty ridiculous, so I decided to do it myself but researched YT videos for weeks before the attempt. I’m a subscriber now and will continue watching as I’ve now built up the confidence to do more projects for my home, including replacing the existing gas water heater for a tankless!

[@Got2Learn]

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[@miami1393]

Very clearly explained without excess blatter that puts me to sleep. Also, the videos address the actual subject matter in clear detail with good and easy to follow techniques. The cutout pipes showing what happens in the inside of a pipe while soldering was a great touch. Very well made video, I'm now subscribed to this channel, thanx.

[@Got2Learn]

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[@moonbeamsgardendesign9711]

I work as a Home Depot plumbing associate, this video should be part of our training. Thank you.

[@Got2Learn]

Yes, it should hehe :)

[@Equismaximus]

Great videos. I learned to solder when I was 12. My grandfather was a plummer and I worked with him on some jobs when he got old. Breaking concrete in basements for new sewer lines was one job he always gave me but I picked up a lot of info on installing pipe be it copper, galvanized or black pipe. You would be surprised how many people haven't a clue as to how to solder. One tip I have and it came to mind when I saw a valve in the video is this. Most ball valves have either plastic seats around the ball or some other soft material depending on the quality of the valve. If you can and your application allows always solder a male or female threaded fitting on the end where the ball valve is going or other valves as well. Now when done just screw on a valve. This way you can put all the heat on without melting the inners of the ball valves and when it comes to replacing no need to solder again. I replaced all my outdoor water spigots with ball valves instead of gate valves or seat valves. When they go bad, and they will eventually, simply unscrew and replace. It saves a lot of time. Most people will apply too much heat on the larger body of the valve and melt the seals this way you are safe if you overheat. Maximus

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you :)

[@davidrichter9164]

Essay.

[@colbysegura5235]

Put 2 pin holes in a line going into my house while doing the lawn. I'm pretty handy so I watched a few videos and went with this one being it is vertical. I'm still impressed I pulled it off. I was so nervous about it being vertical. Thank You kind sir for the video.

[@Got2Learn]

Awesome job Colby!!

[@peterthurman9384]

Right-on

[@janicechapman7368]

This video was awesome. I used it to repair my broken pipe after the recent severe storms and power outages in Austin TX left thousands of broken pipes. It would have taken upwards of 6 weeks to get a plumber out. I got my water back on after the DYI repair and it is still holding.

[@Got2Learn]

So happy I was able to help, thanks for the positive comment Janice and have a great day!

[@stephendeyarmond6691]

That's horizontal not vertical!

[@Got2Learn]

@@stephendeyarmond6691 🤔

[@stephendeyarmond6691]

@@Got2Learn Lol just a UA welder observing the difference between vertical and horizontal! No troubles brother, still taught me some soldering tricks!

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[@Compwib]

Thanks for sharing your step by step plumbing soldering . No body teaches their techniques to common people . Instead plumber says we will charge 350 to 400 dollars just to replace leaking main water supply valve. Learnt a lot once again thankyou

[@snoozakid]

I'm 29 years old and have always wanted to take a chance at plumbing. An opportunity recently arose where I could get an apprenticeship even with out any vocational training. I worked a couple of summers with my uncle when I was younger. Your videos are giving me amazing information that I can use to set myself apart.

[@Got2Learn]

You just made my day, thanks a million Alex! 🤗

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I think for someone like myself who didn't have a father figure growing up makes It harder and a little intimidating to get started because I've had to teach myself everything in the ways of basic tools. But as I said I'm really excited about getting started and I am making a daily effort to learn codes and by watching these videos you have. Hopefully I can get started on some hands om stuff soon. 🙏

[@brandonbell5357]

It's a nasty job

[@denverdanoreno]

Got2learn....Not only do you articulate and pronounce words properly, your camera work and production of content is some of the best on KZbin, True!

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much, your comment is the best Dan, have a great day!

[@roberthensel6312]

That’s a fact.

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks guys, really appreciate it ;)

[@yoman5136]

I learned more about soldering by watching this video than I could have ever imagined. A very good teacher, kids need you as a tech school instructor.

[@Got2Learn]

Thhat's very nice of you, thank you very much!

[@bruddahp6763]

Not only the "How", but the "Why" too. So much easier to learn and remember! Thanks for all your great videos.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you for your very positive comment Bruddah!!!!!!

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[@woodyaborn5641]

I’ll tell ya what. I’m no plumber, just a farmer that sometimes has to be a plumber. That is a very well done video. Not just how, but why. Great job!

[@CaptnCrampon]

Simply the best instructional videos on “how to correctly” for DIY home soldering projects, especially on ball joint valves! Straight to the point and the most excellent of graphic explanations. This is THE model “how to” channel. Thank you for making these tutorials! They’re a game changer!

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks, I really appreciate you saying that!

[@george4786]

I thought I was proficient at pipe joint soldering until I watched this, outstanding level of detail and great time saving tips. Thanks.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you very much!!!

[@flurpburp3352]

This is an excellent video, I have been in the HVAC trade for 40 years, I have used oxy acetylene and silfloss sticks, Siler solder, I am better at that than soldering but now I know why! I saw a Russian guy soldering a lineset on a refrigeration system and was surprised especially on the high side but it never did leak!! amazing, I know alot of guys who would say that would fail, you provide many excellent tips that I never heard of in decades of working around many men, you really are experienced!

[@flurpburp3352]

I used to use a liquid called copper Brite to prep the copper for silver soldering, I used emery cloth too but the copper Brite was a mild avid and etched the metal shiny and immaculate. you are a very good teacher.

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks a lot bud, never heard of copper brite, seems pretty cool ;)

[@VOP_JUBAIR]

i am not in this trade but i suddenly came acroos this vedio and watching as a random things. i was surprised how clearly you are saying every part of it. anybody could be interested to learn. well done.

[@socrates2890]

This is an excellent tutorial on soldering vertical pipes!!! Not only do you show the proper technique to use, but you also show the pitfalls to avoid & the video illustrates what can go wrong by using an incorrect technique. Well done!!! 🏆🏆🏆

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much, please share 🙏 😊

[@RADIUMGLASS]

It was a good thing to let everyone know not to be too "happy" with the flux as little is needed. Good technique on the solder.

[@billlugo52]

I'm a union plumber from local 690 Philadelphia and man your videos are awesome and have helped me so much in the field! Hope you keep making them and maybe you can do a lay out video and how to read blue prints! But keep them coming, God bless.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much Bill, I really appreciate it!!

[@brandonbell5357]

Nah

[@igoski1582]

Thanks for all your tips. From this video, I did learn to heat at the middle of the coupling to draw the solder into the joint. I have always done it wrong, by trying to put the heat at the joint and the pipe. And bending the solder to show the proper amount to use is another great tip. I can now see why I have had problems at times. I'm sure my next copper job will be improved.

[@Got2Learn]

Glad I could help buddy!

[@sidehop]

This is fantastic. To the point, no extra talking that's unnecessary and you explain it really well. Thanks again!

[@Got2Learn]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DYIIdeas]

This is probably the best instructional video of all. He explains techniques that a vocational school will teach on site. Great animation of the internal pipes.

[@jeffreymielcarek5890]

Excellent tutorial! I’m a journeyman electrician, and can greatly appreciate clear instruction on how to do a job professionally. The tips make all the difference. I’ve soldered copper joints for many years, and just now learned the tip for bending your solder the thickness of the pipe. I’ve always just eyeballed it. I’ll use your tip for the rest of my life now.

[@leeniehaus72]

I love the live cross section details that help explain much of what you cannot see. Great job with these tutorials!

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks so much, please share if you can it really helps, have a great day!!!

[@RADIUMGLASS]

The pipe cutaways were clever and informative as most people would never realize what goes on if you over-engineer your project.

[@mandelaeffect1111]

I’m a 52 year retired contractor and I learn tips I wish I knew back then from watching your videos. 👍

[@Mr1cabbage1]

Perfect upload for a potential novice plumber like myself..one of the clearest instructional uploads I've come across..thanks

[@Got2Learn]

😇😇😇

[@orlandomolina7192]

Just discovered your channel this morning. I’ve watched at least 8 videos now. Great information. Great presentation. The cut half pipes help a lot. I’m a service plumber in our local jails. Mostly pro press but every now and then I solder. Thank you

[@Got2Learn]

Awesome! Thank you Orlando!!!

[@annaredd2422]

thank you for your videos, I learn so much as a homeowner DIY. I wish I saw these years ago but when my joints fail and I need to redo, I will know the proper way.

[@Got2Learn]

Awesome, I am super glad I could help!

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That Montreal Italian accent is epic. In any case, Thanks a million for the video.

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I hope your getting paid well to do these videos! Best how to video I’ve ever seen with graphics, full explanation and to the point. Thank you. This was very helpful for the do it yourself guy! 🤘

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much !!!

[@pendulum2007]

The best instruction I've seen. You demonstrated heating the copper pipe, then testing on and off with solder . Also,heating from the bottom makes so much sense. Thankyou 😘

[@Got2Learn]

Glad it helped!!!🤛🤜

[@johncoffey5935]

You saved me tonight, and my family can finally take a shower.. Two failed attempts fixing a cramped attic copper pipe (I've done this before about 15 times in my life but I just couldn't get it today without leaks), and then I just sat there in the attic and googled this video on my phone, being careful to prep everything like you said. My favorite new tip is to only flux one side, so I just fluxed the males and everything was golden. My second favorite tip was to bend your solder to the diameter of your pipe to deliver the right amount. That's gold. Thanks for everything.

[@Got2Learn]

I'm happy to hear the video helped!

[@shamrockshore6308]

+Got2Learn Just a tip. After you've prepared the pipe surfaces with emery cloth, dry-fit the pipes in the joints and rub a pencil on the pipe all the way round and up to the joint fitting. Then apply the flux to the 'unpenciled' areas, refit the pipes in the joints and solder them. After soldering, just clean the joints as normal, removing the carbon left by the pencil...and you'll find you have a cleaner job with no running of the solder as seen @13:12.

[@AA-zq1sx]

I would imagine that if a plumber cared about this level of detail they could eyeball the correct distance without pencil marks? After all, the depth of the fittings is never going to change from job to job... they're all the same factory standard, not like it's custom carpentry or something... not sure why your fittings would fit differently from one joint to the next. 🤔

[@mbvizer]

After learning all this the hard way, NOW I find this!! I'm actually looking forward to my next leak.

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Haha, there's the spirit!!!!

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[@dew117]

Nice and clear as always I really like the ways that you always have proofs in order to support your statements.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you very much Kanit :)

[@scotsmanofnewengland7713]

Great video and very informative. After gutting and redoing my house which is 151 years old ( built in 1870) wish I had seen this video back then when I started doing it back in 1979. My next soldering job with go a lot easier and with me a lot smarter. Thanks Again from DIY.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you very much!!!

[@jfair7050]

I watched several clips to brush up on my soldering knowledge.. Yours by far had the most comprehensive information. Cheers and well done.

[@Got2Learn]

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[@waltsnow1762]

Good Video !!.....retired now , but spent 35 years in solar systems installs and can only add....'' get the pipe and fittings AS CLEAN AS CAN BE , they will solder themselves !! ( had a leak per about 1000 solder joints )......also , paste flux was the best !!!

[@bradgreenwood2588]

Wanted to say thanks for your videos. I have a second home in the mountains of Colorado. I had a leak and it's very difficult to get any licensed plumber to come to my location to make a repair. I've done some soldering in the past, but my skills needed work. Your videos did the trick. I was able to successfully make the needed repair with NO LEAKS on the first try. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. These videos help empower homeowners like myself to take control and make their own repairs.

[@Got2Learn]

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[@rmTheWalrus]

Great video. Having some of the "why" answered in regards to the techniques is super helpful. I'm a rule-follower, so I'd probably "follow instructions" anyway, but knowing the actual "why" helps people like me understand what they're doing and also how to do it better when facing unexpected challenges.

[@Got2Learn]

Great comment, thanks so much!!!

[@ucanoe]

simply awesome video, I have been soldering for over 50 years now...doing small jobs around the house etc...I know now I had no clue what I was doing...I did clean the copper connections well, which I think has served me well...thanks for all the tips and cutaways...wow!

[@Got2Learn]

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[@edwardcharron2610]

This is hands down the best video on soldering I have ever seen. Thank you.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much!!!

[@jakespede7540]

Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate how to correctly solder all positions and some of the tricks that make it easier.

[@Got2Learn]

You are welcome!!

[@unchistejaja]

You’re an excellent teacher. Showing why you shouldn’t do something is just as important as why you should do something. Great examples all around!

[@Got2Learn]

I appreciate that!

[@Kainosktisis]

We usually work vertical joints from the bottom up, heat rises, less chance of messing up and de soldiering higher joints if you start higher and work down, great tips and tricks 👍

[@lj2823]

Was just about to comment that. lol

[@mvmcali6900]

Just to be clear...are you saying still apply the heat in the middle of coupling but solder the bottom joint first and then the top joint last?

[@YoutubeHero666]

Was going to comment this aswell!

[@stanthebluesman9650]

Yes, heat rises when referring to heating gases. When heating metal, the heat is more or less evenly distributed both upward and downward (or, to either side) from the point being heated.

[@harryl8234]

This is the best presentation on KZbin on how soldering a vertical pipe as well as horizontal pipes.

[@Got2Learn]

You are most welcome, please share if you can, it helps the channel tremendously ✌✌

[@harryl8234]

@@Got2Learn btw, saw you video on how to solder a ball valve. You said to have the valve open when soldering. Some ball valve company, NIBCO, said to have the valve closed. I'm a little confuse here.

[@Got2Learn]

Yes, each company has their way of soldering them, some opened, some closed so always read the tag on the handle, if it's not marked, check their website because it can damage them 😉

[@harryl8234]

@@Got2Learn 👍

[@Got2Learn]

🙏

[@ZzZ-qd1zo]

Thank you for this. I've been reading some plumbing forums, and was getting really disheartened by some of the absolute idiocy some of the professionals in this field believe. It's beautiful and relieving to see someone who cares, and has enough basic curiosity to cut cross sections to view what's actually happening. Thank you!

[@Got2Learn]

I agree, sometimes it's hard to find good information! Glad you liked the video!

[@mrhydrogeedro]

I am pretty handy with many crafts; however, I never solder copper before. This video helped my tremendously when I had to cap off 2 copper lines that had to be a slab. No leaks, first try. Thanks a lot for the video!!

[@Got2Learn]

Good job man!!!!

[@TheVoiceofRwanda]

Do you have to apply the solder all around the pipe?

[@mrhydrogeedro]

@@TheVoiceofRwanda I directed heat on the cap only and touched the solder on the pipe and it sucked straight up into the cap. And yes, all the way around. I took off the heat about 3/4 the way around.

[@dougroundup7315]

No! Not good! you are not supposed to sweat solder any fitting that is in or under a slab!!! No! No! No! That is According to code. That is why they have soft copper on a roll, so that you dont have to have fittings under or inside of a slab. In the instances where a fitting must be made and is unavoidable, You may braze the connection with silver brazing rod. While brazing is done similarly with a torch it is an entirely different thing.

[@dracoslayer16]

Using a fitting brush in a drill is a great way to clean a bunch of fittings quickly though it also wears out the brush VERY quickly. Always good to have extras on hand if you plan to do this.

[@trudaroof]

This is how instructional videos should be made..... Perfect

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so much!!

[@Aiphiae]

I have no pipes to fix and I know nothing about plumbing but somehow I ended up here and watched the entire video. Very informative!

[@567dirt8910]

Wow. I have never de-burred a pipe before. I am a finish carpenter with 25+ years of experience in a lot of different trades. Maimly (now exclusively) interior remodeling or maintenance. That said, I have done a fair bit of plumbing- nothing to exreme- usually moving pipes in a kitchen or bath. I am definitely going to pick up a de-beurring tool. Now that I think about it, I feel like I've never even seen a plumber be-burr a pipe. Although it's not like I sit and watch them or anything. As I type, I literally just remembered how some pipe cutters, the tradtional type- have a de burring tool on them. I imagine I've used it before just because it was there but I probably wouldn't have done it well enough. Watching this video maked me want to go do it. haha

[@ThePreyMantas]

Many questions answered with your excellent "whys" you want to do it the way you teach it. Great tutorial, thanks!

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you very much!!!!

[@xolomartinez6036]

@@Got2Learn You can wipe the outside clean with a towel, but how do you get the inside of the pipe clean??

[@RickaramaTrama-lc1ys]

Outstanding video of how to do it~!! I have saved it in my How To Do playlists and will come in handy real soon as I have to replace my water heater after 25 yrs. Do you have a video on soldering bronze shut-off valves to the copper pipe as mine has 3 or more valves. I am worried about ruining the insides of the valves. Thanks so much for your professional show~!!!

[@MrDmadness]

I use a push ignition torch, use only gas, no flame after finishing joint to cool faster without shocking the joint. Burtrucis law of perfect glasses, expanding vapour is always cooling.

[@mechantics]

Thanks, I am a novice and really appreciate the ssd e pro tips

[@CarlosOrtiz-ht6rn]

thank you man! i have an ignition torch too, gonna head to harbor freight to buy some solder to fix a 2 second drip copper pipe. Should be relatively simple. thanks again 👍

[@TGS2AUSA2024]

I tackled a big soldering project at home. Your videos helped me avoid any catastrophes. Thank You

[@Got2Learn]

Awesomeeee, thanks man!

[@RileyKnifeandTool]

I don't comment on very many videos, but this video was extraordinarily well done. I'd bet that most vocational schools don't teach soldering this well or show examples this clearly.

[@Got2Learn]

Wow, thank you so much that's so nice of you 😇😇😇

[@AVweb]

There's a reason this has 4.1M views. It's just awesome. Love that hint of a latin accent.

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you sooooo muchhh 🤗🤗🤗

[@nikolaiv1138]

I think it might be Serbian!

[@Got2Learn]

Canadian!

[@nikolaiv1138]

@@Got2Learn Fascinating! It reminded me of the tennis player Novak Djokovic. But I am assuming you must be from a French-speaking province then. :) Anyways, fantastic work on all the videos I have seen thus far - thoroughly explained and very useful.

[@mikesouza6545]

You love his accent? Hmmmm

[@poppacore6433]

Look how perfect those joints are. Every plumber i've ever met should be watching your videos and learning from you. No exaggeration either - literally none of them know how to keep the flux in their solder. None.

[@SpeakerBuilder]

Thanks so much for your efforts doing these videos, they were instrumental in getting me through the soldering job of my home rebuild project. I had soldered copper pipe before but never did it correctly. The procedures you outlined worked out great, only one failure, due to my tank running out of propane just as I was soldering the joint and I thought it was good but it failed after an hour or so under pressure, otherwise no other leaks. You should do a piece on how to solder the 90 degree shutoff valves, they are designed to solder copper pipe directly to them but heating them can cause then to no longer seal completely when in the off position, one of the first four I soldered in place would seep a bit, so for the last two of six I installed, I used sharkbite connectors with the 90 degree shutoff.

[@Got2Learn]

You are most welcome, the only valve video I have is this one for now: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXavq5Zvj9SjnrM

[@davidrichter9164]

Speech.

[@trentbever1370]

Hey thanks for your videos as well as others on the tube. You and other guys doing this helped me take on a simple; yet big task for me soldering my own plumbing! Got it without a hitch the first try...so rewarding and a confidence builder for me as I take on a bathroom remodel, thanks!!

[@Got2Learn]

You're awesome, and you are most welcome Trent!! 🤗

[@falconmack]

WOW!, the explanations in this video are so meticulous that it sounds like a scientific research paper. SO EDUCATIONAL. I learned TONS of good stuff. THANK YOU!!!!

[@Got2Learn]

Wowwww, thank you sooooo much!!!!

[@SgtJesseDowning]

I am new to soldering copper pipe. When you said heat the opposite side of the pipe, that was what I needed to finish the job. Thank you.

[@Got2Learn]

Glad I could help!!

[@kolankprof]

Outstanding attention to detail in this video! Love the close up shots and superb technical explanations.

[@Got2Learn]

🤗🤗🤗

[@robertoescobar007]

You're a very good teacher man! Congratulations keeping it amaizing, Thank you Sir.

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks a million Robert, don't forget to share, it helps tremendously!!!

[@cruzsanchez3647]

The correct way to solder a vertical joint is to get what is called a "STREET" FITTING. If you have the correct fittings you will never need to solder up. A street fitting has one side smaller so it will be able to slip down into the pipe. The make street fittings for everything 90s, couplings, "T"s and 45°. You always solder everything that is going up first so the last connection to solder is going down. But if you cant for some reason or another, get street fittings.

[@l_love_hamsters]

You just gained another subscriber. This is some interesting stuff. I’m stopping by Home Depot today after work and buying some copper pipe and fittings along with flux and solder just so I can say “I did it”

[@Got2Learn]

Awesome! Thank you!!!!

[@JeffGibson-z4g]

These are the best, easiest to follow plumbing videos on the web! Thanks!

[@Got2Learn]

Wow, thanks!!! 😇

[@djv81y46]

Very thorough presentation. Well done!

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks a lot sir!

[@MikeSmith-cp4rh]

Excellent video, very well done, one of the best instructional videos out there. I really like the cut away views of what happens inside the pipe. Explanations are done very well love the details.

[@Got2Learn]

Glad it was helpful!!!!

[@wsfwsf1497]

Nothing is as fun, as when you have a torch like you show, and you try to sweat a joint, 6-8 inches in a ditch. So much fun when you turn the propane bottle flat, and the damn flame keeps flaming out.Had to buy a flex hose torch, that I still use to this day.

[@madashell2]

They make torch heads that are made to be used upside-down or any angle. I found this out when I had the same problem. You need a vented torch head.

[@woodfamily5229]

From reading the comments it sounds like you really know your stuff. I'm going to be attempting this for the very first time this weekend and your video will be a monumental help. Thank you so much for making it.

[@Got2Learn]

@@woodfamily5229 😇

[@Abouttowakeup]

Literally needed a video on how to solder my vertical water pipe to my house. The previous owners installed the wrong water regulating valve, the right one is about 1/2" too long. I need to cut out about that much in order to fit in the new regulating valve. Thanks for the video, it was exactly what i needed.

[@Got2Learn]

🙏

[@dustyroadz7104]

If want to clean up your soldering even more, try wiping away all the excess soldering paste before you heat it up. Your vertical joints will not drip and your horizontal joints will look a lot cleaner too

[@frederickneal4781]

Yeah I was wondering why the author didn't solder from the bottom up. CAN U LET US KNOW WHY YOU DIDN'T?

[@amenyounes9760]

It is a nice and clear explanation specially when you presented the cross section view. Thanks a lot.

[@danieldawson222]

Yes it was,kind of made the video!

[@terrymckinch8587]

Although I do a family good job soldering, this is an awesome how to and why to solder correctly

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks!!!

[@park91s]

Currently working as an acting plumber at my new gig. I work mostly with PEX and BI but have to run the occasional copper condensate line. All of your videos were very helpful. Thanks!

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you so very much!

[@nj2mddude205]

Your soldering videos have encoraged me to practice soldering copper pipe. So far I've found the vertical soldering of the bottom joint to be challenging. But I bought a pack of couplings to practice this weekend. Thanks!

[@Got2Learn]

Very good thing to do, just keep practicing, it'll become second nature very soon 😀

[@TD_YT066]

I've been pulling them apart after to see how it looks, very easy to overheat is what I'm finding, going to have to get a few more couplings to practice. Also, flux, vs pre-tin , why not use pre-tin always?

[@warner1700]

you makes everything to looks so easy thank you I'm in this business and your videos have helped me a lot

[@kemosabe5648]

I learned something about the MAP gas that it is not what it was. Great Video, Thanks

[@Got2Learn]

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[@josesierra8917]

Glacier bay como ajustar la válvula con la caliente

[@Maklaka]

This channel is freakin incredible. Thank you for your hard work

[@Got2Learn]

Thank you Mark, I really appreciate it!

[@bobpress1235]

beautiful

[@Got2Learn]

Thanks guys!!!!

[@michaelott310]

This is a great tutorial. I like how you show what happens inside the pipe. Knowing what, how and why to do it is priceless!