PEX Pipe Installation - ALL Connections To Fittings In A WHOLE HOUSE!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

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[@nutter4butter]

this is some back yard bull shit so many things done wronh

[@nc3826]

No PEX "requires" an expansion too but non-expansion fittings restrict water flow.... Which is never ideal but at least it has to compensated for, so you should have mentioned it.... Also expansion fitting do not need a Go No Go tool, so its much less likely to ge a leak for DIY.. And PEX A if more flexible... so less or no elbow fitting are needed... I get it PEX B, Crimp fitting and tools tend to be far cheaper... Its just expansion fittings are the better option... BTW there are even a few PEX B piping brand that can use expansion fittings too, since they maker know they are better....

[@nc3826]

"wronh"??? lmfao

[@timk.3286]

@@nc3826 since they maker know they better??? Its even funnier because you called out the other guy even though he obviously has no idea what he is looking.

[@abmcd9381]

What brand PEX do you recommend? Ive heard some are better than others.

[@staple_gun6367]

I grew up working with my dad, who was a plumber. However, PEX came out after I stopped working with him. I could do PVC all day, but this video gave me the confidence to finally start working with PEX.

[@danielhurst8863]

Pex is very easy, but don't use Pex-B which is what he is demonstrating. Pex-A is superior in every way, except initial tool cost, and that has come way down oven the last years. Here is why Pex-A is superior. 1. Pex-B must be properly crimped at every joint. This means you can set up the Pex-B, but forget to crimp a joint and it will blow out when pressurized. You must check each crimp with a go no go, which is time consuming. 2. Pex-B works against Pex's best strength. Pex tubing of both types continually tries to return to shape. When you crimp Pex-B it is always expanding against that crimp, trying to open it and loosen the connection on the fitting. The strongest any Pex-B crimp will be, is when you first crimp it. From that point on, the crimp and connection is constantly getting weaker. 3. Pex-A is not crimped. You put a Pex Sleeve over the tubing, use an expanding tool (a one time purchase as opposed to buying rings) to expand both. It is impossible to put a Pex-A fitting on the tubing without expansion. This means you cannot accidently leave a connection unsecured, as they will not be together. 4. Pex-A is ALWAYS trying to return to it's normal size against the fitting. When you first put the fitting in, it can actually fall out for a couple of seconds, then you can still twist the fitting for around 30 seconds. But the fitting is always getting tighter and tighter. The weakest the connection will ever be is when it is first made. After a couple of minutes, you can pressurize the system and if it holds pressure, the joints will always hold pressure. Instead of becoming weaker with time, Pex-A joints become stronger with time.

[@3sons66]

Being an old copper plumber...my OCD kicks in seeing all these bends instead of perfectly straight pipe precisely hung on hangers. I do have to admit, PEX is a huge timesaver and beats sweating copper all day long and coming home with burns and sore flux cuts on your hands. Nice video.

[@jovaunwilliams676]

I think I love you. I think you saved me a small fortune. Thank you. It's channels like yours that keep me on KZbin.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I hope your projects go well for you. I appreciate you watching. Good luck with your build!

[@KevinJonasx11]

watched this then looked around my utility room for 30 minutes just studying the pipes haha, thanks for another great video. been binging your stuff today, it’s really comprehensive

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Awesome, Kevin! That is what I love about this platform, you can learn so much here. Good luck with your project!

[@philp7358]

Josh I've taught and taken more classes than I can remember and you are an EXCELLENT teacher/instructor in all your videos. Perfect speed, show the items, explain key points, not too repetitive, keep it moving, etc. Thanks for sharing your skills!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you so much Phil! I’m glad people find my contact helpful. That is the goal of my channel. Stay tuned!

[@DragonAz-x]

Phil you said it all 👍🏾

[@iron352]

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[@ethiopiannewendeavor8867]

You got that right.

[@raymondjackson6069]

Boss video! From start to finish. These guys are so great, all they want to do is share their knowledge and make the world a better place.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you Raymond!

[@raymondjackson6069]

@@TheExcellentLaborer And thank you too buddy!

[@JohnnyRingo1863]

I'm standing inside Home Depot just watched your video Great info just in time I'm going to be running PEX in my house starting today.

[@lifeofavet7057]

Maybe for some areas but it's stupid where you have rat problems they eat it. Houses are flooding here all the time an as a construction worker I love it keep installing these, endless work.

[@grainbuzz1]

Here in Southern California ,we are having a lot of rats popping up everywhere. I know that the pex that came out at first rats will chew through the plastic. Now supposedly the new pex that is sold has a chemical that rats don’t like the taste and will not chew through the pex, is it true? Talking to a Terminix employee, he told me the main reason rats will chew through the pex is because when rats eat the poison the poison dehydrates them. They then seek water to rehydrate and rats know there’s water in them pipes.

[@ScruffySkillZ]

You have the best videos BY A MILE! You take pride in your work and your videography! Thank you for the time you take!

[@_Ike]

This channel is a gold mine of extremely helpful information.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey Ike! I upload 1-2 times a weeks. Stay tuned for lots more to come. Thanks you!

[@albertosuri4271]

Thank you for this teaching, it really is very good technology and although it is not available in my country it is always good to learn about new technologies. Thanks again.

[@tenwalls2428]

Great instructional video for this Pex water supply system. Personally though, I'd install support blocking at every fixture where the supply comes through the wall and secure the supply line to the blocking. The cheap, plastic ice maker and washing machine receptacles need additional framing too. It's always been a pet peeve when the fixture cut-off valve isn't solidly secured.

[@manaoharsam4211]

Having done so many complicated things my life , watching this video is relaxing. Einstein said I wish I was a plumber. I agree with you Einstein, I get so much joy watching things in real life than reading hundreds of pages of math and get really depressed.

[@martinstanley3373]

Absolutely appreciated, I’m an older guy and have installed lots of copper in our houses over the years, the pex kinda intimidated me and I wasn’t trusting in it, but your video has helped me see that it’s not intimidating at all. Thanks so much for this great video.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome Martin. Thanks for washing. Good luck with your pex pipe install!

[@sagebrushhillbilly4655]

I guarantee this is gonna piss off a lot of old school plunbers... because it works! Awesome video, man!

[@bre7101]

SIR!! This is the BEST video I have seen on installing ANY plumbing!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome. Great! I’m glad you liked it. Stay tuned for more to come!

[@davidrsmith2417]

Just considering converting my basement water filter systems to 3/4 PEX. Now I am ready to roll. Thanks!

[@taylorwatson7857]

Just bought a fixer upper without any plumbing knowledge so I really appreciate your attention to detail and dumbing it down for us newbies

[@michaelsovereign6262]

Great video. I'm an industrial electrician, so it's very helpful for me to see your example because I'm not familiar with residential work. I have a few jobs to do around my house, and your video is concise and answers my questions. + I like to learn how things work. Thanks

[@Catomar74]

You sure did an excellent job explaining . I give you 100% , the details and even the video shots was perfect . I plan doing my house and this is going to help

[@ericapelz260]

Great video. A couple thoughts. The radius brackets are a nice alternative to a cut and crimp 90; it's one less fitting. Many of them also incorporate a nailing hole to fasten them to the structure. The stub-out brackets are nice for sinks and toilets. Call me old-fashioned, but I like shutoff valves to be firmly secured, not flopping around.

[@manaoharsam4211]

Very good comment about shut off valve.

[@michaelbecraft4100]

Yes I was gonna say the same thing. When he was putting in the toilet line I thought the same thing. You might have to put in block so you can nail the radius. But you wont have any leaks there. Cause that alot of joints for a toilet.

[@bgBlea]

could you please post a link to one of those "radius brackets" you mention?

[@aaronh736]

@@SmartieMan465 have to wonder why he is using pex

[@vancebeazer458]

@@bgBleaideally one would run pex without joints wherever possible to avoid possibility of leaks .

[@eddierobles2137]

Excellent video on plex . Thank you much 👍👍

[@raymondedge8889]

Great video! I am currently replacing a lot of damaged flooring and walls due to some idiot not using crimp fittings, but instead used the "Sharkbite" type connectors. Almost all leaked. The repairs will cost me thousands. Guys, do yourself a favor and use the compression type like shown here in this video. A job that lasts is a professional job!

[@peggyivey5828]

I thought you could use sharkbite on people. I have some seven years old under My sink

[@patentcrawdad7179]

Just redid my mobile home plumbing watching this video, I can't thank you enough, not only for helping me finish this project, but for giving me confidence to do this! I appreciate it!

[@dreamstoghananon-profit5618]

I’m at the start of redoing my mobile home plumbing. I want to try it but was nervous. How was it for you ?

[@jbmann52]

A timely find and an excellent video to study as we prepare to re-plumb an older house we are purchasing. Thank you.

[@derekenlow7607]

Same here! Good luck!

[@tonebassin2571]

Following. Has to be the best video ever on this. I am and electrician that knows nothing about plumbing. Imgetting renovation at my house and just spent 4500 on plumbing and found leaks at these crimps. Well I will be repairing myself thanks to this video. Thank you

[@bib2010bib]

Straight to the point. Showed me what I need. Spoke about how to do it. Demonstrated the How at half speed, then went full speed to set the standard for expectations. Perfect. This is my project this coming July. I appreciate your video.

[@mikerevendale4810]

Definitely one of the best tutorials I've seen online. Well done! A man that uses an old Eastwing understands quality.

[@RandyOnTheRadio]

My old home had polybutylene piping that constantly sprung leaks. I replaced it all, myself, doing the blue and red pex pipe. I loved working with it. I almost choked on the price of the crimping tool, but hey, I did it myself and never had another problem. Great video.

[@onenikkione]

If you think the crimping tool is expensive, price the expander tool needed for PEX A.

[@nmd14723]

Mickey Mouse system

[@warthogA10]

In 1984, I went to a vocational highschool, and plumbing was one of my exploritories in freshman year ... I am amazed at all the advancements in the industry since then... I am planning to redo my home with this material, replacing the copper. Very little work as it is a single family cape... Kitchen and 1 bath, nothing fancy or overdone. I may even do all the extra stuff, in case I ever decide to sell, because they will make nice selling points and higher selling price, at a very low cost...

[@gerrybiggerstaff8915]

I program cnc s by day, and maintenace man by night.. Didnt know much about this pex pipe and this video was EXTREMELY helpful ...

[@RamBo-uu9so]

I replaced all the PVC pipe in our house with PEX in 2014. Used the copper bands , PEX fittings and copper hot /cold manifolds. Worked great, no problems at all. I purchased the Pex tool kit, paid for itself 1000x over.

[@tyleradkins2069]

I'm glad that you're okay from the wreck just know that I'm glad that old blue is not retired from hauling stuff just know that old Blue hole starts for you because she loves you

[@BRONXDEVILDOG]

Bro, you're the best. Nothing else to say. I appreciate the gold mine of information you provide as you narrate your work. The information about the codes, like distances to and from, and why, is a valuable piece of info. Thank you and please keep up the great work. I appreciate your videos, and all your info.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m so glad I could help you. I put a lot of time into getting a lot of information in these videos. Thank you for watching them! Good luck on your project!

[@sef2273]

Uh what codes did he mention besides testing at 100 psi?

[@Dr-wheel-barrow-opperator]

Absolutely epic video, you and you are a great instructor. I learned a ton and I want you to know, I appreciate you, for sharing your hard earned knowledge.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I appreciate that Paul! Stay tuned for more!

[@tittyrino]

Great comment. I have 30 years under my belt and when I show new guys my tricks, I tell them that they learned something in 5 minutes that took me years to learn.

[@tuesdayderelictsandfriends8135]

Very good instructions!!! Thank you!! I have a house built in 1956, rotted floors bad plumbing mold, broken joists. This helps so much!!!

[@johnrussell5180]

Good job, young man. So glad to see a contractor that is determined to do the best job he can. Keep up the good work.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot John! I always try to do work the best to my ability. I appreciate you watching my videos!

[@mindyash6116]

Thanks for this helpful video. I've lived in south Texas for the last 22 years and I'm done paying plumbers a small fortune for a small job every time it freezes. This time it's me under the crawl space with a prayer, pex pipe, and your helpful instructions. God bless you.

[@WindOfTheWisp_Janine]

Thanks so much for an incredibly well done video! :-) Appreciate the time that was put into this. I've notice in the comments that many folks have asked about the cinch clamp vs the copper ring method used here. I prefer the stainless steel cinch clamp vs the copper ring crimp system. As the cinch clamp is stainless steel, it is less likely to corrode than the copper ring. Also, the cinch tool is easier to use in tight spaces & fits all size clamps - with the copper ring crimp tool you need to change jaw sizes for different size rings, apply more pressure, & you need to use a go-no go gauge. It's a personal preference thing...from what I have read, both types of connections are equally reliable, except for the corrosion issue with the copper rings. The expansion system, where a tool is used to expand a collar fitted on the end of the Pex pipe & then the Pex fitting is inserted, may be the best way to go, but the powered expansion tool is several hundred dollars...there are cheaper manual tools, but from what I understand, they are difficult to use & not really recommended.

[@danield6808]

Thanks for the great video. Never attempted pex before. Installed new lines and water softener last weekend and no leaks. So much time saved by not having to solder pipes.

[@colerommel2132]

You make me feel like I can do anything! Great instruction!

[@64arguz]

People like you makes other people life better, chasing a plumber for mi new kitchen project and on top of that I have to pay an arm and a leg for the work , end of the story ? I’ll do it myself, I ordered the tools set on Amazon and the rest from H.D. THANKS !!!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching!

[@Jimmyb612]

Awesome video. I always use the rubber handles of my pliers to pre “crimp” the fittings. This way you avoid any scarring to the copper rings!

[@kuttmowf]

I'm building a 2 story addition and looked up different trades to do stuff and you happen to pop up Everytime from installing sub panels to tying into water line with pex. I'm convinced you're the guy I learn from. Thanks dude!!!

[@devil262786]

I don’t even have to do this but it was fun to watch it 😂

[@andrewbrooks7676]

pex and uponor are awesome!!! everything from rough ins to 80psi main repairs love it!! diyers use PEX!!!

[@emepleez]

I feel like i could re plumb my house! Amazing and easy to understand. Thank you.

[@neomatrixfree3627]

Excellent Tradesman! You are the first to teach me PEX installations. No need to look anywhere else. I'll be looking at how to joint copper and PEX lines. Lastly, as a professional presenter myself, your video is superb. 10/10

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you so much Neo! I’m thankful for viewers like you that enjoy my content. Good luck with your project!

[@Looktothewesternsky444]

Can't believe how easy you make it look...if only I learned this instead of Calculus in high school!

[@allforcreativity]

Great video! Just a FYI note, as a GC I've come across several major leaks in my area from the brass fittings because we have extremely hard water & the calcium builds up around the brass & expands causing the rings to fail! Their for all the plumber's in my area have switched to only using the pex fittings & not the brass, not saying that in your area is the same problem just saying for you as a content creator it's good to know that their's a place for everything & not make it look like that brass is the right way to do it for everyone, I hope you take it as constructive criticism & btw love how simple & clear you make your videos & I just subscribed myself

[@vincemorath676]

Just so I am understanding you correctly, you're saying they are using the pex plastic fittings instead of the pex brass fittings?

[@allforcreativity]

@VInce Morath correct! The downside to plastic pex fittings is that it is a little more fragile then the brass ones so if you stress it hart or bang it with a hammer it could crack (& I've seen a fitting with a minor crack that was not visible & it was leaking... but if you install them properly & pressure test them they'll last virtually forever...) but with hard water like we have in upstate NY it is the best option for us & we stay away from as much brass & copper we can

[@chris-n-melissahawks2809]

@@allforcreativity I agree about the brass fittings. They only last a few years here in NC with my well water too. I haven't had any trouble with the plastic fittings that I've swapped out.

[@jesseweaver8899]

True, in my area, pa, I have seen tons of brass fittings fail

[@racheat]

@@allforcreativity Hi there.....I found that red brass is allowed per code in lieu of yellow brass in some areas and that is directly related to hard water....since the zinc content is lower in "red". Are you aware of red and do you have any reason not to use that?

[@julispiri]

The best. Explained better then anyone

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m glad you liked it!

[@miciahk]

At 11:04 on video, a good measure of support is to add short block on the other side of the installation box topped with a short block on top. Over time, trust me, the plastic ears on the flange break. Just something that I do myself!

[@JesseWright68]

Agreed. I always support those boxes on two sides with a stud or blocking.

[@jpsphoto-vision8803]

Thanks for the video. I am relocating the plumbing to my master bathroom to accommodate a new floor plan and am switching to PEX so this is very helpful. I'm going to have a pro come and check everything but that's much cheaper than having them come and do it... Plus I have a specific way I want it done and I have done construction long enough to know how much plumbers don't care about how their work looks and functions. This is very helpful.

[@GillesTanguay]

This was awesome ! I’m going to build a cabin next year and save this video for future references. Can’t wait for the pressure test. Keep up the good work 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot Gilles! I hope you found the video helpful! I will be pressure testing soon and water testing the drain lines. Appreciate you watching!

[@ericinla65]

FYI - Just be aware that rodents love to chew up this stuff and can cause a major leak.

[@GillesTanguay]

@@ericinla65 How do you protect the pipes for a cabin on concrete stills?

[@ericinla65]

@@GillesTanguay If an Rodent or Animal can get to the pipes. You have to use Copper Pipes.

[@scottjones4369]

I’m a 30 year shop teacher. Great job on your videos!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you for being a educator as well Scott ! Take care.

[@Rex59696]

I appreciate the great video that will help me a lot for replacing my water lines. I'm curious though why you use so many 90 degree connectors. It seems like it would be better to just use the 90 degree bend support brackets. That way there would be a lot less fittings that could possibly leak. Can you tell me which is better or why you do it this way?

[@sethpawlik]

Also, you lose a lot of pressure every time you use a 90. You can tell he's a laborer, not a plumber.

[@mybootscamewithoutstraps]

Dude I've sat here thinking that I could never do my own plumbing shit and this has given me all the confidence I need to be able to go tackle this shit. Now all I need to do is find someone to teach me basics of electrical like you've done here with plumbing and it's a wrap. I'm gonna be so productive.

[@woodbark1008]

After watching this video I have decided that you are now my Plumbing Guru - Thank you for your excellent factual videos.

[@josephlabis2422]

Excellent video. well done instructions. I could do without the irritating music, though.

[@stroys7061]

I always hate background music. It’s annoying and I’m hearing impaired so it just makes hearing much harder.

[@SunnyRain0614]

I agree with the background suggestion

[@deadmanswife3625]

I would not have noticed it if people didn't complain about it

[@stealingtomorrowband]

I agree with removing the music..

[@marcusbrown7817]

I know what you mean. Makes it difficult to focus on what’s being said

[@drsbutler]

Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome!

[@phylwilton1827]

These lessons are so clear and concise! Great descriptions and now a permanent part of planning for my remodel in MN and my future new addition in OK.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey Phyl! I’m glad I can be helpful to you. PEX pipe is pretty simple to run once you do a couple pieces. Thanks for watching!

[@actsofserviceplumbing90]

If I was you I would use A pex, with expansion plastic fittings, you will have a better product and better water flow.

[@mikevaske8255]

I wish that pex was available and used 40 - 50 years ago. I was an Army Engineer teaching plumbing and carpentry in the "80 's. Copper was what we used.

[@josephdegreeff9470]

Thank you for this video. If someone already asked this i apologize. When you did your long runs across the joist you did not drill a hole and go through the wood. Doesn't that make finishing the basement hard? And is this all PEX A type tubing? And you used a lot of elbows where i see others bend the tubing about a bracket for turns reducing the number of fittings.

[@nwms8]

This is pex B, you can tell because he is using a crimp tool. Pex A uses an expander tool.

[@actsofserviceplumbing90]

You are correct in a basement you would need to drill the wood. Also using A pex gives you a 25 year warranty if you use their plastic fittings, not brass. Brass will corrode after 10-15 years. I have gone back on so many of the crimp systems and fixed leaks.

[@Arabic_strings18]

That’s not a base,ent though it’s not a crawspace

[@robinkuruda5249]

Thank you for taking the time to film / post this video !!!

[@terilife7365]

Awesome video for those who want to learn (or never heard of) about pex. We re-did all my water lines (they were older and some had previously leaked), luckily they were all in the basement with easy access. We used pex clamps instead of the crimp rings. Just curious of why you use or prefer the rings over the clamps.

[@preciousmonique9076]

I took a pex course last week..I will be doing an abandoned house this weekend this video was very helpful

[@peterungstrup7563]

Great video my guy! Exciting too see a water installation from a different country. I’m a plumber myself, but I Denmark, and we do things very different, but nice to see how other countries do it! Keep up the work!

[@travismalsbary]

My wife would call this video dangerous because I'm feeling unusually confident about replacing all my poly B pipe by myself now. I can hear her cursing at me from the crawlspace access already :) Thank you for your thorough explanation!

[@AngelMartinez-zx6mk]

Great job brother! I’m going to learn from you! Thank you.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I appreciate that. Thanks a lot Angel!

[@michaelwest4525]

Wow , you know your stuff . I never used this pipe before . Now I understand why it is used , hope it is as reliable as copper . I’m a retired old school refrigeration service guy , so always used copper .

[@jthomas06]

I came for the Pex, but I stayed for the music! Who was rocking this out!?!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That’s too funny 😂 I am working on keeping my videos informative and fun. Thanks for watching!

[@markhwebster]

That's ironic. I enjoyed the video, very well done, but hated the music. Must be a generational thing. As an old guy, deaf in one ear, the loud thumping rock music made it very hard to hear his voice. Not to take away from his content. Excellent tutorial!

[@manaoharsam4211]

One of best videos in this area. Very organized. Like to see one for slab. How do they secure under the slab. You can't use clamps as under crawl space.

[@chancebarker3559]

Something to think about with type B. You need to upsize because the fittings are a smaller ID and will cause a water flow restrictions. For example if you need 1/2 use 3/4 to compensate for the smaller ID. Type A PEX the fittings are nominally the same as the pipe.

[@siulseyer8053]

How do you determine to use either type A or B?

[@rayyoung7456]

@@siulseyer8053 pros and cons of both. Just your preference.

[@actsofserviceplumbing90]

@@siulseyer8053 depends on if you want a 25 year warranty on the pipe. Uponor pipe is the only one with a 25 year warranty from the manufacture

[@jimross2101]

Always use brass connectors, plastic connectors have smaller id's and therefore have greater water restriction.

[@seanm3226]

@@siulseyer8053 I’m the biggest skeptic in the world. For 6 months I’ve read and viewed just about everything available on Pex plumbing, trying to find the flaws. I haven’t figured out why all new residential construction isn’t done with Pex A.

[@lajeanaabdulrahmaan5601]

My neighbor had a repair job done and his basement with PEX piping and I was very impressed on how they did it and they too use the brass fittings and nothing leaked! I was kind of impressed with that and wanted to change out some of my pipes with PEX. However, I'm terrified of leaks and the damage that they can cause. After watching your video I feel confident in trying to switch out the old pipes with PEX. Watching your videos on KZbin really made me feel confident and gave me clear instructions on what I need as far as tools equipment and skill level. You're awesome with that! Your videos are step by step ways for a first time user on how to use PEX and I appreciate that!! My neighbor couldn't tell me anything on how they use the product or what they use to product with and how it never leaked but watching you showed me every step of the way except for with my experience which is none makes me a list comfortable about the crimping and making sure there's no leaks. So I guess that goes with the confident levels I have that I have to overcome. However if I keep watching your videos I'll be okay! But seriously, you never had a leak problem with the crimping? And if so what was the step she took to repair them?

[@ryds2722]

Great stuff man ! The continuous callout of the methods, measurements, and items used is so nice ! New home owner here and discovered our washer has no HW hooked up 😢 your vids have made me confident in this DIY. Much appreciated and keep ‘em coming 😊

[@gregr.3886]

Just replaced all my 30yo cpvc with pex-b. Installed manifold and made straight runs to new stop valves at all fixtures. No regrets.

[@grandolph9281]

PEX is awesome stuff, way easier than sweating copper. And it’s inert, so no corrosion or unwanted water/ metal reactions.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I agree. PEX all the way!

[@nc3826]

copper antimicrobial, so it better for "drinking water."... and sweating less restrictive cheaper copper fittings, is not that hard to learn or do correctly....

[@grandolph9281]

@@nc3826 ahh you’re a romantic ;-) All true, but not sure Cu’s anti microbial properties will make a significant difference for the water supply? If you have bacteria in your drinking water that is a problem with the source. I have corrosion issues so PEX is right for me

[@nc3826]

romantic engineer is an oxymoron... FWIW copper holding tanks and pipes where part of a legionnaires disease outbreak prevention regime in hospitals from drinking water that where a major killers in the past.. since all water sources have some bacteria and other organisms... also PEX leaching is an issue too... and you trade corrosion issues for rodent and sunlight issues with PEX... but PEX A piping using expansion fitting.... is still a great idea, just not for potable water... but think what you want my YT expert friend, It's all good...

[@audiophile5711]

What an excellent demonstration on using Pex! Thank you!

[@thebluelunarmonkey]

If repiping an existing home, and you're planning on doing one section at a time, what is useful are the removeable sharkbite push cap for copper to terminate the copper pipe. For polybutylene, one can be made for a PB-PEX transition, a few inches of PEX pipe and a PEX push cap. You can then run PEX from that section of your house to your new manifold.

[@crosisofborg5524]

Shark bites suck. I would never put one inside a wall.

[@JohnHoranzy]

Had a Sharkbite to copper pipe fail after 2 years. Corrosion and slow leak.

[@wandameadows5736]

Awsome THANKS! I'm absorbing everything about running new plumbing because I got a home that has Poly & I'm starting to have outside leaks on the main & had 1 right at the top of the slab, luckily, right below the sink. I've had no issue fixing them but I don't feel good about trusting the rest of the interior poly. Its BS that there was a huge class action suite on this stuff but they stopped covering homes built when this was so popular. I bought this home in 2014 & had no idea about Poly. I've read there's over 10 MILLION homes just like mine in the US. My ordeal really goes to show you the Government Regulations have nothing to do with genuinely protecting home owners. Its like with all Gov Regulations, more Taxes, Laws, that ultimately lead to more Power.

[@noahb.7838]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

No problem Noah! Thanks for watching!!

[@aaudain1]

I like the idea how you explain step by step instruction another thing you don't have any loud music playing in the background to distract The Listener that's what I love about your video anybody can learn something from you

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Step-by-step is there a key to a good instructional video in my opinion. Yes I try to keep the music reasonable. Thanks a lot Anthony for this comment!

[@FJB2020]

Definitely should use PEX-A with expansion fittings.. The pressure drop of all those PEX-B fittings adds up and will never flow the same as PEX-A.. Plus PEX-A is super flexible and if you kink it, you just heat it up and it is good as new..

[@skliros9235]

With pex-a available, its just dumb to install B anymore,

[@davidhumeston5292]

Exactly how did such a good plumbing system get hijacked.

[@partyboypef]

im new to this but it seams like that the copper ring over time will sweat and oxidize andthen add in water hammering. pop your done. i would go pro pex-a myself.

[@4663David]

Thanks for the great video. My house was built in the early '90s and originally plumbed with qest pipe 😢. I'm going to completely replumb with pex, so I will be bringing my hot and cold supplies up through the bottoms of the base cabnets instead of stubbing out the walls. Thanks again. I've got you subscribed!

[@Mikedeansawyer]

I never thought I’d be jealous of a crawl space but here I am.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Haha that was hilarious Mike! I knew I would be crawling around in it while I was building this house so I made it a couple course is taller than it had to be. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@WEBFundamental]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Very smart move!

[@estuardocanga-arguelles6321]

¡Gracias!

[@brandonrippeonphoto]

With PEX-B fitting you need to oversize the system or you're going to have flow volumne issues. should go with PEX-A

[@jeffreyplumber1975]

both pex a and b are inferior to copper when it comes to reduced I.D.

[@alvideoprod]

Hi E.L. I was a plumber contractor for many years but never worked with PEX. I'm old school copper and PVC. I needed to do some repairs on a house we bought and having PEX already installed was something I didn't know anything about. After watching your very informative video, how you explained things and why, I came away with a great understanding of this type of system. Thank you for your intelligent explanation of PEX.

[@rileycoble5842]

Should of up sized everything since you used type B. That’s why I like type A plus type A is a lot more flexible

[@atristan3atristan391]

By far one of the best step by step PEX install

[@mrplumber0001]

If you are showing this for beginners, you should show with the stainless steel clamps instead of crimp rings. This way they won’t need a go/no-go tool and It will be a lot faster. Personally I like the stainless steel clamps better

[@actsofserviceplumbing90]

I agree 👍

[@josephjaramillo2793]

I was using the clamps just now and my pipes are not being properly secured. I am stopping for now and waiting till tomorrow to swap for copper crimps. I bought the crimped tool thinking it would work for the clamps but k think it’s not working right.

[@wpendle100]

Post the video you made here with you doing that.

[@jeffbostic1490]

The Anit-Freeze tip is worth the video already. I am excited about doing plumbing now! Thanks

[@JoeDoe2]

2:48 I'm so used to having to go out to the meter box at the curb, 15 degree temps with snow on the ground and struggling to fit a crescent wrench properly to shut off the water to the house before the pipes thaw and floods. When (what year) did the human race finally wake up and start putting shut off valves inside the house, and why didn't they do it sooner? I haven't seen those, even in newer tract homes being built today. Shouldn't ALL builders be doing it?

[@katiewiktorek7244]

This video is great and just what I was looking for. My house was built in 1900, all of the plumbing is Galvanized and very dangerous. Im going to be replacing everything with PEX.

[@Jokatyal]

I have found the cheapest and most efficent way to install Pex is with a Manifold and home run piping system. You don't have to use all of those fitting.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That’s a good point. I really did not think about it like that. I would have to do the math to see how much is saved. I’d say at least $50 a house!

[@jwblount7802]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Maniblock block system is in no way cheaper. In a trunk and branch system just as you did here in the video you may have used @ 150 to 200 feet of pipe. In a miniblock system that would between 500 to 700 feet of pipe. Not to mention the maniblocks cost @ $400 by themselves. You didn't have that in the whole job you just did.

[@FJB2020]

Actually you shouldn't use fittings unless doing a branch off the trunk.. Trunk and Branch is ideal if you plan to have recirc hot water, but the manabloc has it's place (I put on in on the last house I remodeled).. My new house under construction will have two 1" trunks and dedicated branch manifolds close to the user. Less fittings and PEX if done right.

[@guardian5819]

All your videos are very well detailed. Your rough plumbing is the best job I’ve ever seen. Very professional

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot Guardian! I try to put as much detail as I can in the video so that way most peoples questions get answered. Thanks for watching!

[@autumnrankin9240]

Phenomenal 🤩 this is the best teaching video I have found over the last 5 years! Thank you so much

[@douglaskitchen9939]

I'm fixn to build a whole damn house from KZbin

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

This is a good channel for reference. Let me know how it goes!

[@909timmyz]

Need to help out my step daughter replace some plumbing. Can't get a contractor , I guess the job is too small. Thanks for this lesson.

[@kirbypatterson8657]

Wow I learned a lot from this video I’m confident now on using pex instead of copper