How to unglue, recycle, reuse old PVC fittings. Don't toss them away.

I want to show you how to recycle and reuse old PVC fittings. This method of undo old glued up fittings would possibly save a trip back to the hardware store and few extra dollars in your pocket. Those old used pvc fittings you have removed, don't discard them, make them reusable again.

[@OpenG145]

very helpful, thanks!

[@vasiabikeru]

Bam…just saved the day. I glued the heatpump fitting without the crown. Big scare solved in 5 mins. Thanks!

[@captdavidschwarz2302]

Thank you very much! I followed your example and was able to remove the PVC pipe from the in-line fitting in preparation for gluing in a new valve.

[@davidblood9882]

Excellent video! Thank you Sir! And to think that I’ve been wasting fittings all these years.

[@tonedubb4325]

No problem. Any time!

[@lauradavis1766]

Awesome!!!!! Thanks!!!!

[@user-jh6xf3ti8w]

That’s great thanks so much!

[@christophercourtemanche1945]

Solid

[@elmerkilred159]

Homeboy, you just saved me a ton of money!

[@tonedubb4325]

Sweet.

[@broadwayFan28]

How did you clean the reused connector? Sandpaper?

[@tonedubb4325]

Normally, there are no chunks left on the surface. If there is some or excess glue, scrap it off with a utility knife. the purple cleaner to clean the surfaces. When you apply the pvc cement, it will get hot and dissolve anything on the surface. Apply a little extra cement. This will fill in any gaps or imperfections.

[@johnnyw7233]

How do you clean the old glue out

[@tonedubb4325]

There shouldn't be much glue left on it. If there is glue not allowing you to push the pipe all the way in, then plung a flat screwdriver knockdown on the high spots. If you really want to remove all the glue, use a round cylinder flap sanding attachmentvon a drill and polish it. I don't think it is necessary. I first use primer, then when you apply plenty of pvc glue over the old glue. It will melt the old glue. It will be plenty strong.

[@davidhunnicutt7742]

Does a hair drier get hot enough to achieve this?

[@tonedubb4325]

Nope. You can use a propane touch.

[@lwh7301]

I guess I will go and spend $10 on a heat gun instead of 50 cents for a fitting.

[@elmerkilred159]

I'll do it so I can save a 2" schedule 80 union that starts at $50.00 Your .50cent fitting doesn't exist anymore. A 2" PVC Sch40 fitting is closer to $5.00 now.

[@anupdev5845]

A $10 heat gun is useful for a lot of things and will save you money over and over again for a lot of things.