How to install a pot filler

[@sjohnson5813]

I've been plumbing new residential houses for almost 20 years. I use a 3 hole dropear 90 in the wall and make sure my backing is solid. I have never drilled out those holes through the backslash, There's no need to. Unless your customer plans on doing pull ups on the pot filler. I've never had a problem.

[@jimtobergta1761]

So how far should the nipple extend past the tile? Is there a rule of thumb for the length it should stick out BEFORE starting to thread anything in?

[@empoweru8617]

Did you figure this out? Im thinking it varies on the water faucet.

[@radiospazzable]

I know I can pull this installation off but the only thing I worry about is the depth of the 90

[@heatherrichmond2461]

Thanks a bunch! Wonderful wonderful video! Thank you for your detail and explanation without a video that drags on. God Bless!

[@jb8567]

Wow your amazing man. You explained so well I thought I was back in school. I am definitely going to rough in this bad boy

[@jesseaustin8463]

If its not flush how can I fix this? Some help would be great from someone. It's got a gap from the backslash. Doesn't look right plus I think it's bend. Whole thing needs to be replaced.

[@jordansaintemarie]

I’m doing a van conversion and I was thinking about doing a pot filler in the wall instead of a kitchen faucet to save counter space so I can have a larger sink. How do you think a pot filler would stand up to bouncing around in a vehicle? I will only be having cold water by the way. I suppose for more stability I could go with a wall faucet with two knobs for my stability even though I won’t have hot water. Also have to waterproof behind it well.

[@danielsaloka5739]

Planning on doing one of these. As far as the actual plumbing of it. Do I need a shut off in the crawl space and a check valve before it?

[@meneses8940]

Someone, somewhere said they installed one closer to the edge of the stove and also used it to fill the coffeemaker.

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

I fill the coffee maker with mine, it's great!

[@B.Christine_W222]

@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC So I don’t have a supply line behind my stove but want to add a pot filler is it possible? The water supply is on a perpendicular wall in the garage which is by the kitchen

[@Tennessee_Plumbing]

I have never put 1 in without drilling through the tile for the holes on the round bracket.. Ive always been told to drill the tile or chip it out.. But hell, if the shower L will hold it, then theres no reason for drilling holes in the tile. Thanks.

[@genuEngine]

I have a microwave in that area over the stove , is there one i can install where i dont have to screw it in ? maybe just solder a fitting ?

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

It goes under the microwave. you also can get ones that mount to the countertop.

[@anjalimalik6710]

Very useful for elderly population especially those are frail/ with Rheumatoid Arthritis of hands/ those with breathing problems etc.

[@timbob987]

Agree. Shower 90 degree can handle weight of filler. After all, we all grab the shower head and move it around while kinda pulling down to adjust and it holds, so a simple pot filler will handle it.

[@PatriciaAmador-sn2qd]

how high is that from what would be the top of the stove?

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

we do 52" off the floor. no stove at rough in .

[@27myturn]

Best explanation yet! Tnx

[@Ace-mo6gl]

Great informative video. Thank you for sharing

[@scottreuse4546]

Great video. Thanks

[@michaelpiecuch7313]

How many inches above the stove should it be installed?

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

We do 52" off the floor, there isn't a stove yet

[@mikestone7185]

What’s the standard height for a pot filler above the stove ?

[@twbrkfd1733]

In the center of the wall at the stove, outlet 1/2 inch above your tallest pot sitting on a burner, but higher = more splashing. If the stove is removable, then the mounting at the wall must clear the backsplash of the stove. On a Samsung with backsplash, the backsplash is 10.5 inches. So the water outlet would be at 48 inches (36 to stove top + 10.5 to clear backsplash + 1.5 for the pot filler flange clearance. That puts it pretty high up, but one can always put a short piece of hose on the pot filler outlet. Optionally mount it to the right or left of the stove and not worry about the stove' backsplash, but it won't reach the furthest burners.

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

52 Inches from the floor

[@mikestone7185]

@@twbrkfd1733 Just a little update **. So I rough the pot filler off finish floor at 49” and this is to a stove that never had a backplate/backsplash for the controls . And I might say it Came out pretty good . The pot filler adds 2” in height itself so from finish floor to the installed potfiller mouth it was 51” . If my stove did have a backsplash with the controls I would of rough in at 52” which finishing time would been 54” to the mouth . So that’s just a little tip whoever has a stove or doesn’t . 🍻 cheers

[@enriqueshockwave8869]

if it will go over a stock pot or a canner that would be good, those are heavy and older people can't lift those full of water so easy

[@davepane7306]

I actually disagree with the builders too... although it depends where the stud stands. But there's nothing wrong with a little asymmetry, and it's better to center the flange, this way the range of operation is even and there's less chance of having an accidental spill of water past the area of the stove-top (down between the cabinet) while you are in the middle of cooking dinner. It's not a practical installation.

[@andrewbrown1493]

Drill the holes! Cheap brass drop ear elbows don’t need that strain. May be fine for a year but 10 years could be a problem. Keep doing your thing the way you have been lol

[@SchwanRutoza]

I’ve never seen one centered over the stove.

[@jazzy4066]

This is so helpful thank you!

[@grouper3059]

Great video, thanks!

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

You're welcome!

[@charlieandzoey9901]

Thank you!

[@christopherpepin1490]

Good video... Height from the floor?

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

52 inches

[@twbrkfd1733]

Depends on the pot filler, but typically the nozzle 1/2 inch above the tallest pot sitting on the burner. Note the higher the filler the more splashing of water. Additionally if using a range instead of a drop-in or slide-in stove, must clear the stove's backsplash.

[@cduran110]

Excellent detail. Thx

[@PlumbingSolutionsLLC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sokalsophia4687]

Lets not crack the tile….. hahaahahaha ……

[@jerrynorris1397]

Looks like a pain in the ass for nothing

[@Tennessee_Plumbing]

Ive only installed them in houses that usually run upwards of $600,000, seems like the $100,000 houses dont get them installed. Mainly, i feel like its more of a cosmetic thing.. Ive installed them in new houses and a year later the homeowner would call us back out to show them how to work it....🤷🏽‍♂️.. Rich people just like the look of them, i guess.

[@williamterry3177]

I guess they are just like electric can openers or garage door openers. If you are a great chef they may be a nice little touch. Big pots of water can be hassle for those who have a bad back.

[@amarsta]

Thank you 😀