How to fit an outside tap

An outside tap, often called a bib tap is a useful addition, as it can be used for washing the drive or watering the plants. You can even install an outside tap on the hot water, which is great for filling the paddling pool for the kids. There are several ways to fit one of these taps, ideally you would install it over a drain, but that is not always possible. It can also be difficult to find a pipe to Tee into because walls can be tiled or kitchen units can be in the way. Below are some links to other videos that might help, plus links to the products on Toolstation.
How to fit an isolation valve- • How to fit an isolatio...
How to use push fit fittings - • How to use push fit pi...
Slip coupling - Tee into a rigid pipe- • How to use slip coupli...
Where to use PTFE tape- • Where to use PTFE tape
How to use wall plugs- • How to use wall plugs ...
How to use PTFE tape- • How to use PTFE tape -...
Outside tap cover- • Outside tap cover | pr...
Links to products used from Toolstation-
1/2 BSP back plate and 15mm tube, 350mm long - fave.co/3AKu9cT
1/2 BSP outside tap with double check valves - fave.co/3uhLJTi
15mm Isolation valve with lever - fave.co/3CQnpeg
Push fit fittings- fave.co/3ANcils
All the above should be available from your local plumbers merchants.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I installed this outside tap earlier in the year, but editing the footage took a while! I hope everyone has a great Sunday 😉

[@MattyEngland]

Thanks for another great vid. Have a good Sunday too 🙂👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@MattyEngland Thanks Matty ;-)

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

Fascinating info and beautifully shot for clarity. I never saw a screw sleeve anchor used before nor a deburring tool, etc. It's all new to me and I don't plan on doing any of this. I have a camp site for my own land. Still I like to learn about civilization. thanks. p.s. My favorite part was the explanation of the different types of wall faucets.

[@Scaryladyvideos]

Just a housewife here who won't be doing plumbing repairs but I wanted to let you know how I approach your helpful videos. Love watching your videos just to get a passing knowledge of how some of the systems in my house works. In the inevitable day that something goes wrong, I have the ability to at least know some of the ways it could have gone wrong. Thank you for such a thorough explanation.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for watching the video and thanks for the comment

[@simontrangmar4537]

I love the amount of pride you display in know how accumulated over many years - it is inspiring. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, Simon 👍

[@jonwagstaff6613]

Your videos have been a real help in recent weeks.. this and the bolt extraction. Thank you.

[@DjGiluk]

Very informative - thank you. Great videos and I love the amount of detail you go into, it really helps me boost my confidence with DIY

[@ultimatehandyman]

Great to hear! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@gmmooseblaster]

A great tip there turning the hammer action off on the drill as you go through the outer brick. Wish I'd have known that before I destroyed half the face of the exterior brick!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yeah, it's well worth doing to protect the face of the brick, but it is slightly harder work. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@MrBerksboy]

Those dust collection bins are ingenious, never seen those before 👌Great video and a good reference if needed in the future, especially about the type of tap etc.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lightvan]

Thank you for another good video. Your videos are always thorough, informative and interesting. I am always looking forward to a new one.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad you like them! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@markyinuk5812]

Thanks for great video enjoyed all the different elements, measuring inside and outside, drilling through brick and pipe cutting. Think I want to retrain as plumber now! Cheers

[@ultimatehandyman]

I'm sure you will never be out of work, if you are a good plumber! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@trancemadmaz]

Yet again another top class tutorial. Clearly explained as always 💪

[@MrScannerx]

Thanks a million! Tap was at an angle when tight and you solved the problem 100% and saved my Sunday, thanks!!!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad it helped! 👍

[@helenedwards1468]

We have the same problem, really difficult to attach the garden hose at the angle the tap is pointing towards a wall. Now we know what to do.

[@thehollis91]

Great plumber with good knowledge. I've watched a few of these and some are laughable. Your video provided me with everything I needed to do this to a high standard so I thank you.👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@lgoldo268]

Been watching your videos over 5 years now learnt lots keep it up

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for watching the videos and thanks for the comment 👍

[@mwhortin]

Great video. Loads of plumbing tips as well as just fitting the tap.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks 👍

[@Petertronic]

Brilliant video, this will help a lot of people get this job done right. One of those ones that sounds easy but there's a lot more to it.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, it was a bit of a pain to film, with it being under the stairs, but then editing the footage was even more difficult, as it took me a few days to edit the footage fully. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@chriskildun8810]

Thorough and very clearly explained. Thank you.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome! 👍

[@lynseyw1061]

If only all handy people were this skilled and reliable ☺

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@JoseighBlogs]

Great job ~ When I had my house renovated along time ago I instructed plumber to install an outside tap for garden use. It's been invaluable. There's an inside stop cock (or isolator) to turn off flow to outside tap in winter. I understand outside tap should be turned on in winter even if there's no flow of water. Thanks

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, it's best to isolate it in winter. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@rogerk1710]

Hello from the states! I live in the Los Angeles area and I’m a general contractor. Interesting the differences in our way of plumbing and electrical and different names. No 2 way check valves here. We use vacuum breakers that screw onto the hose bibs or taps as you call them. Electrical is way different too. I like your system better than ours! Good content!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Hi Roger, Yeah, things look a whole lot different out there! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@williamwales6619]

Good practical info. Can't go wrong following this demonstration. Thanks for vid.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I’m glad you found the video useful Thanks for the comment 👍

[@ur2insecure]

Great video, thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@OMAR-rv6hi]

Very useful and awesome video as always.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad you think so! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@sarto7bellys]

Good tip about turning the hammer action on and off, this time last year I put a hole through the garage wall for a power cable for my hot tub and blew the brick as the drill broke through luckily I did it outside to inside so the damage is in the garage, thanks for the advice (for any future drilling)

[@ultimatehandyman]

Good stuff! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@keithbates9537]

I love the envelope to catch the dust idea!

[@ultimatehandyman]

That was a tip given to me from my brother-in-law’s, late mother 👍

[@upthereds4939]

Hot water tap outside, very fancy 🤣 great job mate

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yeah, the kids are a pain with their inflatable paddling pool 😂 When I was their age, we only just upgraded from a tin bath to a plumbed in bath! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

0:55 I thought that meself... 🙄😂

[@cypriotflare]

Fantastic vid and great tips!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@choncord]

Really enjoyed this.👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

I'm glad you enjoyed it Thanks for the comment 👍

[@rodp2310]

Great guide. Thank you. 👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome Thanks for the comment 👍

[@ALLORD-YGO]

Thanks this helped a lot

[@handle1196]

Very detailed and great job

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@charliechimples]

Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for watching!

[@ruinunes8251]

Spot on. Easy to understand.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Great to hear! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@daves4026]

Proper job as always 👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks Dave 👍

[@michaelplays2449]

Great video ,thanks !!!!

[@ultimatehandyman]

You are welcome! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@ratchriat1716]

Great video the only thing is iam not a big fan off push fit fitting thanks a gain for sharing this information with us.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I never used to be a fan of them either, but they make plumbing so much easier! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@daithi007]

Good job!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Phil_AKA_ThundyUK]

Thanks Hope to see you back soon.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, I'll be back soon 👍

[@peterstecks7660]

Excellent as usual. The only comment I would make is that in my time, I have fitted 5 outside taps, and it took me the fifth tap to remember to fit it over a waste gulley...! I should have been in the film Dumb and Dumber... 🙄

[@ultimatehandyman]

I was going to mention that in the video, but it's not always possible. The other tap in this property is over a gulley, but the pipework has been boxed in and tiled over! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@user-yw6qb9tt7t]

Thanks both. 😊 i am about to fit one and was pondering this but not now

[@billmoir1]

Did the same job a few months back,but my cold feed was over 2 metres from the wall where the tap was going to be.I used a 2.5m washing machine hose worked a treat.

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍

[@dannymurphy1779]

FIRRRRRST!!!! Good to see you back UH! You are still my favourite DIY channel!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks Danny, that means a lot 👍

[@corkion]

great vid very good job

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks 👍

[@plumbraider2265]

Nice! I would probably solder or use compression fittings. But you got to use what you’ve got!

[@ultimatehandyman]

I've always preferred solder fittings, but I'm changing my views now on fittings and plastic pipe etc. I know a few plumbers and they use push fit most of the time now. I saw something a few days back where a plumber had installed some 22mm copper pipe on a rising main and within weeks it had a pinhole leak, when he removed the pipe it was green inside! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@plumbraider2265]

@@ultimatehandyman my guess is that he accidentally got flux in the pipes. I’ve seen people just push the tube in a tub of flux or put an excessive amount in the fitting. Surefire way to get flux in the pipe and corrode the copper. I only put a little bit on the pipe with a brush and none in the fitting. Works everytime. I also use a lot of compression fittings though, but only if I can reach them afterwards.

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@plumbraider2265 He said he had flushed the pipe thoroughly, and that the pipe was in constant use, as it was the rising main. I think he said the pipe had been sent to a laboratory, as they suspect there was something wrong with the pipe, which happened when it was being manufactured. People were also saying that they were struggling to bend the pipe without it rippling. I think the insurers were involved etc.

[@Whats-a-Tekker]

Your are correct about a double check valve being installed into the pipework inside, but new tap installs with can’t have the check valve built into the tap. Taps with integrated check valves should only be used for replacements. This then wouldn’t comply with water regulations.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@lazylad8544]

Good video 👍👍. Buy a brass adapter for outside it will last longer and are more robust 👍👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks, I have a stainless one (but I keep that for best 😂) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@pickiewickie]

Good video! It would be best to use the plastic liner though as over time, cement inside the wall can eat into the copper and cause leaks. Depends on the environment your installing into though, but as the liner is so cheap, its worth doing

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yeah, that’s a great point 😉 Thanks for the comment

[@United-Til-I-Die]

I always use a liner, or if I've got no sleeve in the van then I'll wrap the union pipe in gaffa tape or insulation tape, works just the same 👌🏼

[@rayc1503]

Condensate, overflow pipe does the job. 👍

[@tonybritton1839]

Drill a hole to take 22mm copper. Then put the 15mm inside it problem solved

[@nickcollins7568]

I drill a 22 mm hole and then use some plastic overflow pipe for a liner

[@ryanh3285]

Great video again i was thinking of fitting an electric pump to my tap out the front

[@ultimatehandyman]

I've never installed one of those. Is your pressure really low?

[@ryanh3285]

@@ultimatehandyman No just too lazy to set a jetwash up to wash cars and my vans lol thought it would be a better way.

[@ultimatehandyman]

The best way is to take it to the car wash 😂 If it’s the van, make sure you get a receipt and put it through your accounts 😉

[@ryanh3285]

@@ultimatehandyman good advice

[@loafersheffield]

Covered all of the bases with "belt n braces". Seen so many o/t's without back-flow prevention. Particularly bad if the tap is left open, with 20 ms of hose, left out in the sunshine for days with a trigger activated gun on the end. Legionella. Worse than a dodgy curry. I use pipe sealing thread instead of ptfe. You can back off the tap somewhat if you can't get it vertically aligned. Or, prefix the tap onto the hose union backplate before locating the screw positions.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I tried that thread tape on a packing gland once, I found PTFE easier to use, I think it's because I have used hundreds of rolls of PTFE in my lifetime- so I'm mentally attached to it 😂 Thanks for the comment 👍

[@MattyEngland]

Looks like I'll be installing a check valve then 😂 I didn't install the tap, but pretty sure there isn't one in it.

[@user-yw6qb9tt7t]

Do people drink from hoses or fill dog bowls ? I only use mine for plants and care washing.

[@NickPower]

good tip about prefixing the tap @loafer sheffield. It's always a pain getting them straight with PTFE. On & Off about 20 times & it'll still be a bit wonky. ;-)

[@sshaunss]

Cheers does it have to have a sleeve just got a 16mm bit and silicone today to start it. Also doesn’t it have to go over a drain and the self cutting kits seem to say not for use with pressure washers so i think I’ll go this route thanks for the tips especially the turn on the water before fitting tap so it fires out any brick dust/copper

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, you don’t have to use the sleeve, it’s just that I prefer to use one. It does not have to be over a drain, but it’s better if it is. Yeah, keep clear of the self-cutting tap kits, they are not the best 👍

[@zedman442]

Nice. Quick ti- I always install the tap first in to the wall plate. Wind it in and then screw to wall. That way you can guarantee it always straight 😀 Also that magnaclean could cause issues mounted horizontally like that?

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍 Yeah, we had a condensing combi installed about 8 years back, the plumber installed it that way. I need to drain it all down, power flush the system and rearrange some of the pipework! Thanks for the comment 👍

[@TheHarlemShow01]

Very informative wish you were in leeds I would hire you to fit mine

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍 I love Leeds BTW

[@TheHarlemShow01]

@@ultimatehandyman yes was a good win and good for Joe gelhardt

[@jamesdean8864]

I installed a Thermostatic mixer valve so I have the perfect temp for the dog. No messing about.

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍

[@colindavies9971]

as usual a simple informative video just like all the others you have done,,, ,,,making it look so easy well done,,

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@TheWhisky81]

Hi, just found this video and so glad i did, being new to all this plumbing can I ask what the purpose is of putting copper pipe through the liner or jg plastic pipe, is it to protect the pipe from freezing in winter? Thanks john.

[@ultimatehandyman]

It protects the copper pipe and also helps to prevent it from freezing 👍

[@paulekstorm-hughes1894]

I remain amazed that the UK doesn't yet have exterior taps with the valve on the inside rather than the outside. In Sweden our outdoor taps have a rod which goes through the pipe from outside to inside to actuate the valve. When you shut it off, the standing water in the pipe through the wall drains out... No freezing and no need to isolate in winter. Edit: on another note, did you ever get those plasterboard fixings that I sent you from Sweden?

[@ultimatehandyman]

I've never seen a outside tap like that before, but it sounds like a great Idea 👍 Yes, I still have the plasterboard fixings, I've not tested them yet, as I was getting too many negative comments about making the plasterboard fixings videos, however I've blocked a few people now 😂 I will try them out when I get chance, thanks very much for sending them 👍

[@arthurtaggart]

@@ultimatehandyman Lol well you cannot please everyone! If they don't want to see the video then it's simple just don't watch 😁 Anyway, as a young person who hopes to own a house one day I find your videos very useful

[@tf2694]

@@ultimatehandyman Your plasterboard fixing videos were extremely informative and allowed me to discover snap toggles which I use at work almost every day, so to counterbalance that negativity thank you for making them.

[@Petertronic]

That type of exterior tap with the rod through them seem to be a thing in the USA too, I have seen them being fitted in shows like This Old House :)

[@stuarttthomas7847]

It doesn't get cold enough in the UK to implement this

[@TheStevenWhiting]

Moved into ours with one installed and the head/handle eventually fell off and fell down a gap in the ground. Had to use pliers to turn it on. Eventually, walking home from work by amazing chance someone has dropped one in the gutter. Took it home and used the head/handle :)

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@paulcresswell1690]

Hi, do you do work in Birmingham?. I like how professional your videos and work are. Cheers.

[@Rev_Claud]

Great video cheers. How would you increase the pressure on the outside tap?

[@ultimatehandyman]

You could probably install a booster pump or similar (not something I have ever done). Water pressure can vary hugely, depending on where you live. The flow to taps can be reduced, if the stop tap supplying the property is not open enough, so that is always worth checking. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJqvqZaVh62Id9E

[@marcs5960]

Never like using plastic push fits, had one crack many years ago, much prefer to solder or compression fittings

[@ThatLeeNoble]

I've just paid a plumber last Friday to install an outside tap and he has put no isolation valve in, so I've probably been mugged off. He did get the pipe through the wall and straight into the back of the tap with no exposed pipework outside though.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Isolation valves are not a legal requirement, but a double check valve is. Isolation valves are normally a good idea, but sometimes they can start weeping, so people often do not fit them. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@roversnolan1]

Good video. Im willing to put my hand to anything and can usually figure things out but its always handy to have a good idea before you start and be sure you have all the parts to get the job finished. Judging by the accent your a local lad, Blackburn/Hyndburn area by any chance?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Not far away, I live in Darwen 👍

[@roversnolan1]

@@ultimatehandyman knew it. I said Darwen, the wife thought closer to Bolton.

[@roversnolan1]

@@ultimatehandyman Just over the hill in Rossendale

[@mrchumley]

Thanks for the video. When I try to tighten the tap with an adjustable spanner, the corners just start shearing off the hexagon on the tap. If I tighten by hand it ends up pointing the wrong way and/or it leaks. Any idea where I'm going wrong? I used about 15-20 turns of PTFE.

[@ultimatehandyman]

It might be because of the spanner, some adjustables are notorious for rounding off nuts and bolts. I normally use Bahco adjustables, as they seem to work the best!

[@mrchumley]

@@ultimatehandyman Thanks for taking the time to reply. In the end I sorted it by backing the tap off by a full turn, winding even more PTFE into the gap and then tightening by hand. So far it seems to be leak free.

[@rodgerq]

Didn't know that about the double check valve by-law, interesting!

[@ultimatehandyman]

Apparently they have changed it since I last looked, the double check valve has to be on the inside of the property. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@rayc1503]

@@ultimatehandyman it's due to expansion. During freezing temps a few the external DCV's fail.

[@antoniogalluccio4213]

At least somebody showing the pipe must be sleeved and sleeve sealed to the fabric of the building, and underlining the need of a double check valve as a backfloe prevention device to avoid contamination of drinking water. The winter cover. Although everything I would use a full bore valve for an outside tap, just for a better flow of water in case you want to connect a plant watering system to that.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@frankief7111]

Nice. When I did mine I used a flexi with push fit connector for the last part, doesn't look as nice but no helper needed 😊

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@kikii1]

Water regs state the dcv has to be inside the house just incase the bib tap dcv fails in winter. Annoying or what? Nobody ever bothers though and they just do it like you. Great video.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Blimey, they must have changed the regs since I last looked. That is a real PITA, as the DCV is the one thing that is likely to fail over time. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@YoutubeHero666]

I always fit the double check valve on the pipework inside, usually have the double check valve and isolation valve incorporated into the one fitting. Makes it nice and easy and if someone changes the tap it don't matter what they use as the DCV is inside.

[@pb9926]

@@ultimatehandyman I believe water regs prefer a double check valve on the pipework inside as in the future that outside tap could be replaced with a standard bib tap, they make a bib tap with the check valves so existing old installs with no check valves can then comply with the regs.👍

[@kikii1]

@@ultimatehandyman It's apparently so the DCV doesn't fail in winter...but don't worry hardly anyone bothers. There's an ISO valve available with a DCV built in but they are quite expensive.

[@kikii1]

@@ultimatehandyman On another note...what I hate about this job is when you're drilling the 3 holes and the brick collapses into the 22mm hole. I stopped using those fittings and now go for the older style bib tap fitting to make it easy, but even then, it drives me mad when I blow a brick out.

[@caskwith]

If you want the tap to be nice and plumb, fit it to the union before you screw the union to the wall, you can get it perfect then. If you do this though it is worth doing a leak test as well before fitting to the wall, just in case. Doing it this way takes a few extra minutes but it saves a lot of faffing about later on.

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@amazing451]

Good informative video UH is the blow out pipe on the boiler the same as the condensate pipe

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, the condensate pipe is normally plastic. The blow off valve pipe is copper and is connected to the pressure relief valve on the boiler. If the pressure is too high in the boiler, the RV will open and water will exit through the pipe, to the outside of the property. The pipe is normally bent to face the wall, so that hot water is not spat where it could hit someone 👍

[@amazing451]

@@ultimatehandyman Seen them RV often and always thought they were the condensate pipi, know better now 👍👍

[@TryDiy]

If not protected by an insulated cover, bib taps with integrated double check valves can get damaged in the winter.

[@ultimatehandyman]

👍

[@jackhouldsworth8640]

great video mate, what is your trade/ day job as you can do everything lol

[@ultimatehandyman]

I used to be a maintenance engineer in a chemical plant Thanks for the comment 👍

[@sugarplumfairy101]

I am assuming that the check valves will significantly reduce the water pressure through that tap?

[@ultimatehandyman]

No, they might reduce the flow slightly, but not the pressure- kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnercmdtiZadpqc&t

[@franciscrocombe]

Hello, I've noticed drills online have a chuck capacity of 13mm. For an outside tap I'll need a 15mm to 20mm chuck. Which drill do you use?

[@ultimatehandyman]

SDS drills are best for masonry- kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpfZhJeImLitgZY&t But you can get masonry bits with a reduced shank to use in a 13mm chuck - bit.ly/3vcGJAQ

[@bigrob9921]

Hi bud. I already have an existing outside tap that is starting to leak. Now whoever fitted it didn't think to install an isolation valve inside the property. Am I right in looking at the pipe freezing kits to isolate the water supply. Or what would you recommend? Cheers

[@ultimatehandyman]

I'd isolate the whole house at the incoming stop tap, either in the house itself or the one at the boundary to the property. Failing that you could use a pipe freezing kit, just make sure it is suitable for mains pressure water. I once changed one of these over live for a friend, I was p!ssed wet through after doing it 😂

[@paulmiller2073]

Where did you have your pipe slice from and the pipe reamer what is Toolstation or Screwfix

[@ultimatehandyman]

I got them when I was in the Blackburn branch of Wolseley, I think that brand of tools is exclusive to them (I could be wrong). To be honest Raptor make great tools for the money, I'm more than happy with them. www.wolseley.co.uk/

[@970357ers]

My tip: Measure carefully and drill from the outside-in. You can pick a mortar bed/joint for easier drilling and reduces the chance of blowing bricks.

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@adamguest7869]

18:09 not sure if that was the tap or he dropped his guts 😂

[@ultimatehandyman]

😂

[@TamesideHandyman]

Question: When they advertise outside taps (bib taps) they say 1/2" and 3/4" Is this only referring to the back thread (the part that connect to the water supply? Is the end that the water comes out always 3/4" on modern taps ??

[@ultimatehandyman]

Hi John, I'm not sure now 😂 I've only ever seen 3/4 inch outlet ones and ½ inch outlet, but I just did a quick Google search and it seems there are lots to chose from. Some say they have a 15mm thread for the backplate and some say ½ or ¾ I even found one that had an outlet that was 7/8" Whitworth Confusing or what!

[@TamesideHandyman]

@@ultimatehandyman Yeah I am confused as hell lol Maybe worth another video when you have bought them all ;-)

[@dothejobwithrob6178]

I was told if it’s a new tap you need to put a double check valve on the pipe work. The double check valve in the tap is only for an existing outside tap.

[@ultimatehandyman]

Not sure about that. I did look when making the video and do not remember there being any specification for where the double check valve needed to be. They are the weak link in the system and often fail, so for me getting one built into the tap is the most sensible option 👍

[@kyester123]

How much of a better connection are metal compression fittings compared to plastic push fit?

[@ultimatehandyman]

They both work well. I'd never use push fit outside though, as the sun light degrades the plastic. I pressure tested a push fit fitting once, it exceeded my expectations kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2acgJiJrNebe8U&t Thanks for the comment 👍

[@kyester123]

@@ultimatehandyman the only exposed pipe work outside will be the tap and the 15mm pipe that it threads into then everything else will be inside. Saw another comment about non return valves being inside too, is that the case? Thanks

[@neilobusk]

Exceelent stuff Chez...when can you come and do mine....? N x

[@ultimatehandyman]

Too busy sorry, but I can point you to a video that shows how to install one 😂 Thanks for the comment, Neil 👍

[@neilobusk]

@@ultimatehandyman got me fittings ordered...gonna give it a go...:)

[@loudennum11]

Are male and female always the same size once you pick the size i.e 1/2 inch or is one thread smaller than the other?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, but some threads are tapered, such as BSPT threads. BSPT threads normally seal by applying PTFE tape to them, then once the threads are tight, it creates a good seal 👍

[@kyester123]

Can you put a double check valve inside the house and still have one on the tap or can it cause problems?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, you can also have one inside. It should not cause any problems, although each check valve does restrict the flow a little. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@kyester123]

@@ultimatehandyman thanks for the reply, I assume the bolt of the double check valve goes on the bottom. Is that correct?

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@kyester123 Not sure about the inline double check valves, but they will have a directional arrow on them. All the taps with double check valves that I have seen, have the brass bolt on the bottom 👍

[@markingham1185]

Interesting video but I'm just wondering why you've teed into the hot water pipe and not the cold water pipe ?

[@ultimatehandyman]

This tap is a hot tap, to fill up the kids paddling pool ;-)

[@markingham1185]

Ah! so if I wanted to fit a tap to water the garden /plants it's the same process only tee into the cold feed I assume .

[@ultimatehandyman]

@@markingham1185 Yes, that is correct 👍

[@TheVeyron81]

I saw another video and someone is spouting comments about 1999 regulations. apparently you can only use a tap with a check valve to replace an existing tap that was installed before 1999. If installing a new tap a check valve must be installed inside the building. ??

[@ultimatehandyman]

I try not to get involved with regulations/rules/recommendations. If you want some real fun, just start asking questions about regulations in electrical forums 😂

[@TheVeyron81]

@@ultimatehandyman I don’t want to go down that rabbit hole, I just want to install a tap for my sister 😆

[@TapelessDrywallFinishing]

👍👍👍👍

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@bigginge1167]

Water regs state the double check valve has to be on the inside of building! So even though you’ve got one built into tap it’s useless because you’ve still need one on the inside!

[@ultimatehandyman]

It seems they have changed it since the last time I looked. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@bigginge1167]

@@ultimatehandyman basically it’s due to if the valve outside gets frost damage and doesn’t work properly you fall short of the back flow requirement on cat 3 water! Tidy job otherwise!

[@joshdarcy1087]

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[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@david020218]

who blew the face off the one with the silicone on it

[@ultimatehandyman]

Not sure, I think it was some Sky installer. I'm always looking at things like this when I'm out walking, there are plenty of houses with the face blown from bricks- with a cable leading to a satellite dish. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@garvielloken3929]

Nooice!

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@AmirKhan-qx2lr]

11:09 i'd have used a vertical laser level, less faffing and 100% accurate.

[@ultimatehandyman]

I was going to use the laser, but then I just get people asking “what if you don’t have a laser level?” 😂

[@Keets319]

Did you have the hammer function on while enlarging the hole size?

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yes, once the initial hole is made, you can drill through from each side, so there is no chance of blowing the visible face from the brick 👍

[@TheChromeCookie]

why not attach the tap to its screw in socket before you drill it to the wall, that way you can make sure it is upright without error.

[@ultimatehandyman]

You can do it that way, if you prefer 👍

[@daleprosser350]

Whoever fit that heating filter didn’t think about cleaning it out during a service. Potchy to open that without a spill

[@ultimatehandyman]

Yeah, he could have cut out some of the old gate valves that are no longer needed as well. I'm hoping to sort it out before the freexing weather arrives. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@HoundDogMech]

If you live in a climate that Freezes ever then install the type of bib that shuts of 1 foot inside the house where i is warm all winter and that foot of valve drains when shut off so it can not reeze. Just saying Bro. but then you know that I'm sure

[@ultimatehandyman]

We don't have those available in the UK (well I've never seen one for sale) Thanks for the comment 👍

[@imprezaaudi]

Dont forget water regulations require a double check valve to prevent contamination of fresh water

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@GrahamDIY]

Not needed here as you have shown, but if I know there’s gonna be a lot of watery hat I can’t drain I always drill a 3-5mm hole in the pipe that will be cut out. You’ll need to drill right through or the water won’t come out often. Then if you’ve forgotten to isolate or whatever you can clamp something over that small hole or get the wife to use their finger 😬

[@ultimatehandyman]

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[@ericthekingthekingtheking4842]

Why dint you just leave the union screwed in the wall outside then push against that with your push fit mate

[@ultimatehandyman]

There was a 22mm central heating pipe in the way. My 15mm pipe was behind the 22mm, so I could not pull it away from the wall far enough to get it on the end of the hose union tube. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@TrailVapor]

Anyone who needs a video tutorial to install an outside tap, shouldn't be doing any DIY, the NHS are already overloaded, right?

[@ultimatehandyman]

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