I would love to see patio/paver work if you have that in the works for the new house
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
I do need to do plenty of this and will see what I can do for you very soon
@tuttabob Жыл бұрын
Why install the shock arrestor and how to do it
@johnadams1976 Жыл бұрын
Shower tray on sand& cement??
@colinnewman2000 Жыл бұрын
Would love to see anything about tiling a floor if you are doing some.
@jacks2000911 ай бұрын
Your presenting is next level. So easily too follow! You get some guides who just don’t get to the point of waste time trying to be funny. Nothing funny about this just good honest helpful content. Thankyou.
@TheDIYGuy111 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@syedhiballah351410 ай бұрын
This guy is amazing he doesn’t talk and talk and talk just for no reason , and he is on the dot , I learned a lot from this guy , thank you 🙏
@mumihp Жыл бұрын
Awesome easy to follow, the best one I have seen on this. The only thing I would have done different is, make sure the 3 holes was in the brick instead of having one on the mortar joint. I am differently going to look Into learning how to solder pipes as normally I use push fit connectors. This is one I have saved to use when I get my own place if it doesn't have one. Cheers 👍
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you found it useful , thanks
@greg434 Жыл бұрын
@@stuartcraigon2003 Solder Dom's day in day out...
@midge486 Жыл бұрын
@@stuartcraigon2003 🤣🤣🤣
@krisgair5863 Жыл бұрын
I've never heard of using plumbers mate on compression fittings, ill be keeping that in mind 😀
@robertocurrlos74704 ай бұрын
Plumbers always keeps those mates in hand😊
@YouZbychuАй бұрын
A "jointing compound" is designed for that, not plumbers mait.
@andrewiow6327Ай бұрын
@@YouZbychu correct plumbers mate should not be used on mains water pipe fittings
@petelevity74916 ай бұрын
Good job, I watch a lot of your videos, the're very helpful, and you always do a nice, tidy job. Kudos from Ireland 👍
@jamesprior3005 Жыл бұрын
I didnt know what the double check valve was on my outside tap at work i am changing. Now i know why its there and what it does. Thanks
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
No problem 👍
@PanksEngineers3 ай бұрын
Great video. Very informative and detailed. I'd add that the double check valve is a requirement for most, if not all of the water authorities in the UK and you must have one. As in the video, you can get them as a separate item but it is also possible to get a tap with the DCV built in. They're a bit more expensive but saves that extra piece in the line and those extra joins.
@Billythebubble Жыл бұрын
Quick, clear and easy instructions to follow
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
👍
@diddywright616510 ай бұрын
Good video and well presented mate, some water authorities ( inc Anglian) state the need for a plastic push fit isolator in case of lightning strike. Just thought it was worth a mention👍🏻
@rehaanq Жыл бұрын
Clear and concise! Next video should be how to install a drain gutter below the tap :)
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea that 👍 cheers
@worstuserever Жыл бұрын
Nice and neat. When I installed an outside tap off the kitchen I also included a drain cock at a point I deliberately arranged to be lowest. This allows the assembly to be emptied for future work, or as a precaution against the exposed section freezing up and bursting over winter.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Yep if people feel it’s needed it can be a useful addition. Cheers
@Cleo3307 күн бұрын
A very good guide to tap fitting . I want to know how to fit a tap if ur kitchen is at the top and the garden wall is further down? How do you connect the pipes ?
@zantar6663 ай бұрын
Cheers, done mine today following this video. Liked and subbed. Thank you.
@tonymurff5234 Жыл бұрын
Fare play your a pure natural at explaining things, Brilliant 👍👍🤜
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@misiek1984819 күн бұрын
Good video all instructions in,i need do mine now,thanks
@ratchriat1716 Жыл бұрын
You made this installation so easy and simple
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Cheers! Glad you liked it
@dobrealexvlad3 ай бұрын
Mate, you are a gem! Thank you! You chose the gem you like and that is what you are
@TheDIYGuy13 ай бұрын
Thanks 😊
@theillestdrummer78222 ай бұрын
What an absolute legend
@henryt92544 ай бұрын
Solder already on the union and all it needs is a torch and flux for the soldering. Great option that is not available here in the States.
@ryancoade25798 ай бұрын
As a fellow plumber great job explained very well in great detail well done will be subscribing
@TheDIYGuy18 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@luqasxXX Жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. It's so fortunate that UK has faily warm winter. Back in Poland, this kind of job would require to drill a 35mm hole to accomodate a foam insulant, to prevent the water inside the pipe to freeze and burst the pipe itself.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Ah good to know . Thanks
@FoghornWashington Жыл бұрын
We still have issues in the UK, albeit not as frequently. Most people isolate the tap in winter.
@tylerjoseph820 Жыл бұрын
First vid of yours I watched and now subscribed. Clear and simple
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@albertcross4275 Жыл бұрын
Very well explained. 😊😊🇫🇷🇫🇷👍👍
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@goldengoose4985 Жыл бұрын
I love your video’s and best of all, love the fact that you link all the tools needed to do the shop and explain everything easy, not like the majority of KZbinrs. Remember explain slowly as if your explaining to a 10 year old?
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@_tmmy_ Жыл бұрын
Really nice installation Cameron. Only thing I’d do myself would be installing a tap with a double check valve pre fitted and using a full bore valve as you don’t always get a decent flow rate with the standard ones that everybody uses. A really good tutorial though 👍🏻
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
👍 cheers
@leighdavies7477 Жыл бұрын
Double check valve should be installed internally as in water regs. Great video Cameron. (Most accessibly positioned internals I've ever seen like, I never get them that easy😂)
@JohnHalewood8 ай бұрын
Sound but it doesn’t comply to water regs. No non return valve installed. This allowing dirt on back siphonage into the cold water mains that you will be drinking from.
@matthewmiller93188 ай бұрын
Nice and neat. I would have put a tap rather than an isolation valve on the inside, but I’m just paranoid about freezing pipes!
@anthony7330 Жыл бұрын
Quality as always not to cocky just a nice video any level could watch 👍🏻
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated
@anjumshahzad8612 Жыл бұрын
Great videos make a really love them the very concise clear simple and easy to follow 11:14
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@petersimpson3943Ай бұрын
Was you worried about heat transfer to the plastic sleeve when doing the last 90 joint?
@liambond695510 ай бұрын
Brilliant, explained so clearly. Thanks a lot!
@mikeevans90628 ай бұрын
Yeah all good plumbing I agree with everything. One thing I’m keen on is using stainless steel screws on every outside exposed fitting they are not expensive and they won’t break down and rust like the regular screws do
@neville383 ай бұрын
Great video maybe you can show which way the flow on isolation was going once fitted ? was it facing towards to outside tap ? or towards main pipe ?
@TheDIYGuy13 ай бұрын
Thanks. Flow direction is toward the tap.
@marksearle20128 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you! Can I check, presumably it’s the exact same process if you want to also install a hot tap outside at the same time?
@alexetchells47325 ай бұрын
I'm getting quotes for getting an outside tap installed, after watching this video and looking at the access required, I may need to move where I wanted the tap, definitely cheaper for me to get a plumber as I don't have access to the tools you have and also if I do it wrong the wife can't blame me😂. Great video though, truly informative.
@TheDIYGuy15 ай бұрын
👍
@wickywicky Жыл бұрын
Great stuff. That'll be handy for getting that lawn back in shape won't it ?😉😉
@CozmicGirl Жыл бұрын
This was great! I’d need to buy so many drill bits!
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hgt2_clan8034 ай бұрын
What’s the point of installing a double check internally when the hose union bib has one
@greghorner7751 Жыл бұрын
Great video, look forward to another one about fitting a toilet
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Coming in the future for sure!
@stuartjames3301 Жыл бұрын
I always clean the existing pipe first, before cutting into it, so you know you have cleaned the pipe all the way round. Also it pays to undo or 'break ' the hose tap top half first, so it is easier to undo for replacing the washer in the future.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your methods 😊
@josephcox295 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see the wood burner
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Soon 👍
@bobz34703 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video😎
@tirvplumbing Жыл бұрын
Personally I'd use liquid ptfe. You can just thread tap on dry, mark the holes with the tap vertical then unscrew and fit your pipe. Tap will wind straight back on with the liquid ptfe and end up perfectly straight. I prefer full bore isos for max flow rate through your hose. Good install though nice and tidy👍 you could have added in a drain off before the elbow if you wanted for the winter.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Great points. I don’t usually add rain offs just because I’ve never found them particularly useful however I understand why people do and would potentially like one. Cheers
@jeromeuk Жыл бұрын
Looks simple enough 😅 great vid, thanks. I may have missed the explanation, but what is the exact reason for inserting the copper pipe within a slightly larger plastic pipe - is that to allow for some expansion/slight movements in the cavity wall over time ?
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Exactly right, also any leaks will not enter your cavity.
@Firebrand553 ай бұрын
Excellent How To!....well described and very clear information. One tiny addition I suggest..........pre-position a hip flask of Wood's Rum to reward yourself for a job well done....thanks to The DIY Guy!
@whatworkedforme2 ай бұрын
great video
@TheDIYGuy12 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@MalcolmJames-sg3zg Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, what about some more tools in action
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@MalcolmJames-sg3zg Жыл бұрын
👍👍
@kdmarksuk Жыл бұрын
Thank you great easy to follow video
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@MrTimmsy19 Жыл бұрын
Perfect! Subscribed a while back but this video alone is worth a subscribe for sure! will be attempting this soon!
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Great, thanks
@warducky11 ай бұрын
great video. would this also work if the water tap is all the way in the back of the garden, lets say 30meters away from the house?
@sabiya2 Жыл бұрын
Hello mate, great video as always, I want to do the same but have the tap infront of the property to make life easier when washing the car or cleaning the driveway, What’s the best way to achieve that?
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks. Do you have a mains cold pipe anywhere at the front of your home? If so you need to gain access to it and follow this guide to assist you. Otherwise you will need to find your closest mains supply pipe and find a route to run some copper pipe to the front of the home through floors/walls. Cheers
@sabiya2 Жыл бұрын
@@TheDIYGuy1 Hello thanks for the reply, yes I do have the mains supply it’s actually in my drive and it’s got the stop valve on it, do I just connect it to that ?
@fredders2k72 ай бұрын
Can something like a stopcock be installed internally when branching off from the mains, to stop the tap being used by someone else?
@leed968019 күн бұрын
Hi. Love the video. Can you tell me the make and model of the drill you use in this video please?
@TheDIYGuy119 күн бұрын
It’s a CaT DX. Thanks
@SBBUK Жыл бұрын
Did you remove the plastic pipe before you sealed with silicone? It seemed to disappear!
@mohammedyusuf1671 Жыл бұрын
I live in a flat and I’m watching all your videos. You made me really confidant in doing these job myself when I finally move. Great job buddy
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@ChrisHansonDev Жыл бұрын
Really useful video, thanks.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@iqbalhassan4985 Жыл бұрын
@The DIY Guy great video, explained very well make the job look easy! Top Man 👊
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@stephenweston1807 Жыл бұрын
Extra suggestion - seal over the end of the copper pipe before pushing it through the wall to avoid it picking up drill dust/cavity wall insulation/etc. on the way.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Good suggestion
@Mistah_john Жыл бұрын
or plumb it in without the tap and give it a blast of water through it first, then fit the tap.
@joemiles7132 Жыл бұрын
Incredible, thank you
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you too!
@actorlyric Жыл бұрын
Best to use a stopcock or lever valve as those service valves over time the O rings inside leak when you are turning the water on/off yearly & in an emergency the client won't readily find a screwdriver . We also install a draincock & the reason why is when the tap is isolated in the winter there is still water trapped in the pipework that can freeze , so the purpose of the drain cock apart from allowing water to be drained is to allow air in to force the water out the tap , in turn releasing any residual water in the pipe passing through the wall. It's a common problem that alot of installers do. If it's not done what can happen is the pipe through the wall freezes & then you have an issue when you turn the supply back on in the summer or whenever they require to use it. Other than that you did a great install neat & tidy. 👍
@amazing451 Жыл бұрын
As there has been a lot of comments about a drain valve been fitted, can I ask do you mean the valve should be between the bend and double check valve. Then turn off the isolation valve and openthe drain valve to remove any residual water in winter before the isolation valve is turned on. In my last house the pipe froze and burst between the isolation valve and outside tap so I always turn off since but seems I should get a drain valve in.
@cprog Жыл бұрын
Very informative, Thanks!
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@DjGiluk Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thanks
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@snacksnnaps1662 Жыл бұрын
Great video, very well explained!
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@rosemihaela1914 ай бұрын
🙌amazing work✔️
@TheDIYGuy14 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙌
@andrewiow6327Ай бұрын
It is better to fit the tap to the back plate before marking fixings on wall and fitting as you then sure your tap will be tight and upright, been a c&g plumber for 51 years and fitted loads of these
@karolfrania20378 ай бұрын
Thanks very much 👊🙂
@TheDIYGuy18 ай бұрын
No problem 👍
@allanbailey5179 Жыл бұрын
Your bloody brilliant👍🏻👍🏻 where did you learn to do all this stuff?
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Years and years of experience across a wide variety of jobs and professions. Thanks
@goredknight30172 ай бұрын
You make it look so easy and I would have take my tools and they will across the kitchen floor and it would be leaking.
@leovaz77934 ай бұрын
Great video, and you got a new follower. one question, why you didn't use compression fitting T and elbows instead welded option?
@TheDIYGuy14 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊. Compression is ok but wherever you can use solder it’s the way to go just for reliability and asthetics
@mattsidebottom76036 ай бұрын
Spent ages trying get the tap lined up. Ended up taking it off putting the tap on and then marking the holes to make sure
@carguillo1 Жыл бұрын
How did you get rid of the water in the pipe for when you soldering
@peterwright52496 ай бұрын
If you got a check valve built in to the tap do you still need that other double check valve ?
@gavinrackett370711 ай бұрын
Not a plumber but was just wondering why you used plumbers mate when you were doing the nuts up on the isolation valve? Great video though 👍
@EppingForest304 Жыл бұрын
Great information 👍
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@masoodakhter29675 ай бұрын
Very nice. For plumbing on Gas pipes, is it same method. How I can check gas leakages. I want to fit floor bayonet for gas heater in living area, any guidance will be great.
@Double_Wood28 күн бұрын
you need to get someone who is gas safe registered to do this. Don't mess with gas pipes 🔥
@timbobau Жыл бұрын
Great video. Potentially dumb question: Do the outside taps and pipes need to be insulated or a special type to prevent bursting in cold weather or to prevent heat loss from the home?
@SBBUK Жыл бұрын
With this method such little pipe is exposed to the elements, an insulated tap cover is enough to prevent freezing in my experience
@keninglis1783 ай бұрын
Hi. Can you do the job without a plastic sleeve
@cd7147 Жыл бұрын
Great job 👍🏻
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😁
@AvroBus Жыл бұрын
Definitely useful 👍👍
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that
@syedhiballah351410 ай бұрын
Sir can please make a video on unvented and vented cylinders , my teacher doesn’t explain good
@nathanfrancis1046Ай бұрын
I am a newly qualified plumber. I need to gain some experience. What do you recommend me doing?
@sherry84445 ай бұрын
Why is it more difficult to back off from a full tightening with ptfe, is it because the tap is left too loose on the thread if you don't fully tighten. Is there any disadvantage with the loctite. For example, does loctite make it harder to remove the tap should you ever need to replace it.
@vsandu4 ай бұрын
perfect, cheers!
@TheDIYGuy14 ай бұрын
😊👍
@JP-sm1zv8 ай бұрын
Quick question: Is it possible to drill from the inside to the outside? Or is there a reason to drill outside in? Will it minimise any damage to the outside wall perhaps?
@TheDIYGuy18 ай бұрын
If you drill from the inside to outside you are very likely to blow the brick face.
@andrewross80472 ай бұрын
Can I use a heat gun for the soldering?
@wch4972 Жыл бұрын
Excellent
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@deanopenn15 күн бұрын
what about lightweight coving, skirtings and architrave
@littlejoeypeakdistrict7546 Жыл бұрын
I would bring the feed to the tap from the top and fit another T with isolation valve so in the cold months you can shut the water of open the out side tap and then the isolation valve drain the water out so it doesn't freeze When the water is drained out close the isolation valve and leave the outside tap open
@cyberlizardcouk3 ай бұрын
I may have missed it, but what is the purpose of the plastic sleeve?
@georgeanderson650424 күн бұрын
How comes you had to sleeve the copper pipe with the plastic conduit through the wall?
@GGxfireKeyz9 ай бұрын
I got a quote of £80 for a plumber to do this for me, and after seeing how many tools will be needed and the amount of steps, it’s one DIY job that is actually worth just getting a plumber to do!
@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering4 ай бұрын
Totally agree 🤯.. loved this vid but it also convinced me that it’s a step beyond my capabilities as a casual DIY’er. ( £80 seems very cheap btw ) 👍🏴
@RH-nk7eo3 ай бұрын
£80 is a bargain
@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering3 ай бұрын
@@RH-nk7eo your not wrong ! I think that quote he got was back in 2005.. 🤣 👍🏴
@JackKing12.3 ай бұрын
Can't argue with £80...in 2010 I was quoted £45 😂
@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering3 ай бұрын
@@JackKing12. and in 1933 you’d have been quoted £1 8d ..🤷♂️ 👍🏴
@BlueVelvetBear6 ай бұрын
Hi so if I am installing my "outside tap" inside, beneath my boiler, I wouldn't require a double check valve, correct?
@robstar185 ай бұрын
Question! Whats the purpose of the PVC pipe fitted in the hole first? Can this install be done without that?
@ACAIDC4 ай бұрын
The plastic pipe is used to protect the copper pipe. I would recommend you do this.
@paulie06uk Жыл бұрын
Just a quick question, how the heck do you get silicon off your fingers/hands? I seem to be unable to do this and spread it around everywhere like a muddy puppy! Another fantastic video.
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I use ultra grime wipes
@TimmyTheSnail Жыл бұрын
Tell you what’s even better than PTFE and that thread, it’s called “That rapid blu-stuff” basically a liquid you run onto the threads, it’s great for backing off and sets pretty quickly. Amazing stuff
@borleyboo56134 ай бұрын
Well, you’ve done a great job, and explained the procedure very well. But i doubt its really that ‘quick and easy’ unless one knows something about plumbing. I’ll call the plumber. 😊
@TheDIYGuy14 ай бұрын
Thanks, haha fair enough 😊
@punishunext514811 ай бұрын
Pro Tip: put a screw in them before you pound the sockets into the wall. It prevents damaging them.
@desfullerton402 Жыл бұрын
Mentioned push-fit fittings & sweated on copper but no mention of compression fittings, I know the check valve & isolation were compression but teeing from cold feed you can use compression!? Is that correct
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Yes you can do. You want to use the least amount of compressions possible though where you can.
@danmeister89 Жыл бұрын
Would you need to cut the water to it in wintertime or is there any risk of it bursting? Good video!
@TheDIYGuy1 Жыл бұрын
Never had any issues here in the uk but I’d it worries you then add a drain valve at the lowest point below your tap.
@amazing451 Жыл бұрын
@@TheDIYGuy1The lowest point would that be above the bend on the vertical pipe or behind on the horizontal pipe. Is the purpose of this valve to drain off any residue water in the pipe after the isolation valve is turned off in winter?
@Jarv2633 ай бұрын
Nice work mate, the only thing I’d do differently is use a lever valve to isolate, not everyone has a flat head screwdriver to hand in an emergency.