The ULTIMATE Leaky Copper Pipe Fix Guide | GOT2LEARN
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- Опубликовано: 19 июн 2024
- Here are 8 DIY ways to temporarily or permanently repair a leaky copper pipe. In any case, a leaky pipe can deprive you of water till a plumber can come and fix it, and knowing these techniques will allow you to turn your water back on until a proper fix can be arranged.
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Hey how long have you been plumbing?
I love your videos brother but please, when saying soldering, the "L" is silent so just say sodering. Lol
Dis house has sho gone crazy!
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Showed a plumber friend a permanent repair I did to a copper line leak in an impossibly tight area where even a temporary repair wasn't feasible and he lost his mind when he saw it, said he'd be using it himself from now on.
An old pipefitter and welder showed it to me as something he learned years ago from another old guy.
It involves cutting a coupling in half lengthways and sweating it over the hole in the pipe. Like sticking a big permanent bandaid on it. I've used it in small pinhole leaks and don't know why it wouldn't work on bigger leaks?
You're the man! For years I've been patching burst pipes in my house (that's shut down during winters), and this was the best summary of repair methods I've found online. Thanks!
Glad it helped!!!
God bless my dad for teaching me to cut and solder or cut and use couplers.
That is awesome!
Thank you, Got2Learn!!!! This was SUPER INFORMATIVE! Especially during the Christmas holiday with ZERO plummers available until next week!!
Thank you so much for posting this video. I was trying to replace my old vanity and accidentally cut through the wall and my hot water pipe with a jigsaw! After shutting off the water and thinking the world is coming to an end, I came up on this video. I had no idea that shark bite existed and could help me fix my issue. I followed your exact steps and voila! I now have a permanently fixed pipe thanks to your video. Appreciate you posting this!
Awesome, good job Rahul!!
Sharkbite aren't meant to be used in closed walls.
I used to do all my plumbing and air pressure with PVC until I saw your video and realized copper is just as easy but much more reliable. Thank you!
Glad I could help!!!
I once used a bicycle tube with a couple cable ties. That was over 10 years ago and it's still holding up fine.
Yeah, that should only be temporary however.
@@Got2Learn It's already proven NOT temporary.
Temporary as in "max 1 hour" type of temporary hehe 😉
@@PanamaSticks 11 years and still going strong. :0)
That’s affectionately known as “temporarily permanent “
Eres demasiado increíble , tus trabajos son muy buenos creo los mejores
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This video is worth gold ! Thanks ! Thanks ! Thanks ! Thanks ! Thanks ! I moved to the cold side of Washington 4 years ago, never had pipes freeze in my life. The upstairs bathroom had been freezing the pipe every year I lived here and it finally broke, no plumbers available for 2 weeks in our artic blast, I finally found the leak location after going thru the drywall on the backside of the bathroom in the room above the garage, Leak is fixed !
Just saw your comment, thanks Joseph!!!
The best and most helpful video for leaking pipes on youtube. Great to know that some of these fixes are not up to code. I had not thought of these chemicals getting into the our water. Great video 2 thumbs up. Thank you
Thank you very much 🤘🤘🤘
These videos are VERY well thought out . The dialog matches the visuals perfectly and even the slightest details that are generally overlooked on other videos are made clear.
Really really excellent !
Thx so much Sirios, please share if you can ;)
You sir, are a damn hero. Thank you so so much. We just purchased a house and the plumber was bleeding us dry and when an older pipe burst after he left, I myself also burst into tears. My S.O. found this video and together we repaired that pipe up to code. Merci tellement. I can't tell you how much this helped.
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We as a plumber got to make money, nothing is free.
@@um8440 no one asked for free. I was asking for reasonable. But a 300$ fee just to come and see + 195$/h.. that doesn't seem reasonable.
Everyone in Texas after the hard freeze watching this 👍🏻🙋🏻♂️
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Yep South Texas.
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Here!
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Thank you . I m an amateur but have always got it done . Been lucky learning to solder years back . Just takes practice and it has to be super clean is what I learned. I took round 1/2 “ pipe brush and fitted a screw on it and attached ot to my drill . All my pieces are cleaned way faster since that contraption was put together . Works awesome when soldering many pieces and soldering is a lot cheaper than shark bites but I like shark bites too sometimes if I’m in a hurry . Especially the caps come in handy but I usually just put a shit off on and cover the hole with blue tape while work goes on to keep crap out . I do the whole job no problem from framing to tile to cleaning up 😊. It took years to learn how to do everything efficiently in order to make a good buck . Repairs take like 1/2 hr but drive time and store time and . Is t the going rate first hour $120 just to come out and $75 after that . Most stuff gets fixed quick .
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Thank you for the video man! Me and the wife were intimidated at first, but after watching your video, we knew we could do it. Thank you once again for all your hard work in teaching this trade. God bless you!
Very touching comment, thanks so much and I am glad I could help you out my friend ;)
thanks ur a big help ,great video///thumbs up...could not of done it with out ur help,thanks again,dave
A large amount of quality information communicated succinctly and freely in an entertaining manner.
Well done.
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You are awesome teacher ! So clear to understand and great demos as visuals. Wish all you tube videos were like yours . 10/10 ⭐️
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Thank you for sharing this awesome video.
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
Another good video. I actually used JB weld epoxy putty one time on a 3/4 copper pipe that developed a pinhole. It worked pretty good as a temp fix until a plumber got there. If I had watched your videos back then, I would have made a compression/sharkbite/solder repair instead
Yes, jbweld works too!!
Is J- B weld a permanent fix ?
I’ve never seen the wrap with copper wire bit. That’s was pretty slick, thanks.
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
Thank you man this video awesome.
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
Great Video Thank you..Same problem last week due to Lower temperature..I will tried One of those methods.
Glad it helped!!
This was a great video and thanks for sharing the different was to repair copper pipe. I had no idea about the clamps for a temporary fix.
Awesomeeee www.kiboshpiperepair.com
Never knew some of these leak repair kits .their extremely helpful .
Use a piece of rubber hose, cut open lengthwise to fit around the pipe at the leak and a hose clamp around it to secure over the leak. Never dripped again for me until I could get time to replace the line or the rest of the line just aged out to total replacement.
So glad I found your video, I didn't know they made couplers without the stop. This info is gonna make my repair so much quicker.
Awesome, I am so glad I could help you out Jeff, thx for commenting!
Called a no stop coupling or slip coupling, they are very common
COUPLINGS without stops are called slip couplings.
Excellent advice. Thanks very much!
Thank you very much !!
I taught him all of these...all joke aside. Thank you for posting
Thank you. A very helpful video.
I already know about many of these techniques. Still love the vids bro. As long as you keep posting, I'll keep watching. Big 👍 from me 😊
Thx a lot ghost, really appreciate, share too if you can it helps to get the videos going, specially this time of the year ;)
@@Got2Learn Sure bro definitely will share it, stay blessed bruv.
Thanks man. Superb video. Comprehensive yet easy for the untrained like myself.
Glad you liked it!!!
Great Info! You also do a great job editing your videos!
Thx @matthew morgan, really appreciate your comment, if you can share it that would be very nice of you ;)
Man, what a channel !Great content, learn so much in short very informative videos !
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
@@Got2Learn Subscribed a while ago, I'm just a homeowner who watches these kind of videos and I cant get over all of the useful tips I've picked up just on your channel alone. I don't do much of my own plumbing except for a few repairs here and there. Thank you for the great content !
Comments like yours are what make me continue, thanks Mike for taking the time!
your vids are so clear, and visually crisp and succinct. great eye for the details, too! love the consistency pipe mark at 4:23 :)
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Great video and info, thank you for this
thank you for the videos very nice
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
I use how to/DYI youtube videos all the time for all kinds of things. This is right there among the very best I've ever seen. Really great.
Thanks 👍
awesome stuff. note..plan on your next leak so you dont have to freak out. know where the water shut off is. have emergency repair items ready. also have spare thermocouples if needed.
Thanks for the great comment buddy, really appreciate it, i'd love if you can share it that would be awesome :)
Excellent like it Thankyou for everything
You are most welcome!!
Thank you for the information
You bet!
Problem with the Sharkbite slip fitting is the teeth scratch up the very pipe your trying to seal. So could be prone to weeping. If you use the tuning fork looking release tool you can hold in the release while sliding the SB fitting on and do the same when sliding it back.
Excellent video! Love all the options(except the last one). Continue the fantastic work!
I know, I would only use that on a pipe outside or something ;)
Excellent man, I think this is my favorite one so far.
Shared
Sweet!!
Very useful video! Thank you!
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Great video!
One note on the shark bite that can cause premature failure of the O-ring.
I prepped a few copper pipes the same way before using the shark bite to later learn that the manufacturer wants the pipe prepped a different way. They sell a simple tool to prep the joint. They call it the
‘Depth Gauge/Deburr Tool’ and does not leave scratches as other methods require (before adding solder), and leaves sharp edges that can damage the O-ring. It may not leak now, but a few years down later it may.
It’s kinda strange that they do not caution the installer, as it could be a legal issue as damages could be costly, but only have more full instructions on their website.
Yes, totally with you on that...I am working on a very thorough video about Sharkbite fittings, it should be out within a month or two, it'll contain everything someone would need to know when using these, stay tuned and thx for your comment!!
Got2Learn thanks for helping people have confidence for DIY projects!
That's my job, glad to recognize it, thx a lot!!! ;)
Love this video!
Thank you!
Being a plumber if you need another temporary quick fix for pinhole ive cut small length of a flat rubber bungee and use hose clamp.....cool channel ive never seen the repair with copper wire before pretty cool in a pinch and you got wire
Thanks Geo, share if you can ;)
Thanks brother 👍
My pleasure man, glad you liked it, don't forget to subscribe and share, it helps a lot :)
This actually helped me fix my AC line in my truck 😂😂
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Great review. Very helpful.
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Thanks for sharing!!
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Very well done..
Thanks a lot sir, share if you can :)
Thank you!
I've used garden hose and hose clips to quickly join 1/2" copper water pipe before when the coupling I thought I had in my bag had walked off 😮 usually prefer compression fittings for long term use.
That's a good temporary fix, good idea ;)
Nice video thank you
Thanks for the great comment buddy, really appreciate it, i'd love if you can share it that would be awesome :)
Great tips & info as usual! Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to write back, I really appreciate that ;)
@@Got2Learn you're welcome! like your to the point explanations! Did not know about that Kibosh temporary patch & Alfa tape!
Thanks, the Kibosh is the best temporary option, hands down.
Like always good info. I must thank you for making your videos interesting. Happy New Year to you and your Family. Be safe. Bill N LI NY
That's awesome! I try my best, thank you very much guys and happy new year to you too!!
You know this is an older video because I was told $700 for a pinhole leak! 😂 2022 is nuts!
Yikessss!!!
Always very helpful videos. Thanks.
Glad you like them!
Fantastic!
Thx so much, please share ;)
Thank you for making this video!!
The most comprehensive video i’ve seen
Thank you please make sure to check out all the other videos!!
Excellent video.
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Thank you for your videos.
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Thanks for the tips this is great
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Nice video
Thanks buddy!!
Thanks for an usable clip
My pleasure Dung!
Thank you
It worked, clear generic silicone tape, on a leaking oil cooler line that has up to 65psi of hot oil in it. It was leaking 1 quart every 200 to 300 miles and now it's leaking none. 350 miles later of mountain, Interstate, and town driving. Used 2 hours of time (half was cleaning hose) and a $7 10' roll of silicone tape that I wanted to test. Took about 30" of clear tape to do one end of the hose while on the car. I prefer the clear as it allows me to see through it. I developed a technique to do it in tight space. Gave it 3 overlapping layers in a different pattern. Straight wrap, diagonal, then straight again. Any pattern works but important to have different seal points of different wrapping and do it as tight as you can, with space provided. Also important to squeeze and rub firmly on it to get each layer to fuse for 5 minutes or so before the next layer and the final layer. If it's higher than 65psi I would also place single double wrapped pieces directly over the leak, for extra strength material before the first layer of the 3 wraps. Or wrap it 4 times.
Hey there! I'm thinking that I should practice soldering pipes soon, following your videos. The pipes in my house are old and starting to get pinhole leaks everywhere, this would be a very useful skill to have.
For now, because I'm short on time, I think I'm going to have to fix a leak with the compression fitting method. (Thank you for showing me the kibosh! I was able to overnight that from Amazon and it's been perfect for a few days.)
I do have a couple of questions for you if you don't mind answering. How easy was it to slip on the couplings and new piece of pipe between the two existing copper pipes? Is there any trick to it? How much 'leeway' can I give myself in the length of the new piece of pipe and still have good seals?
The piece of pipe in between each coupling has to fit perfectly in between both existing pipes or the coupling might not seal properly. I am glad I could help to say the least and good luck with your project!
Thank you man 🙌🏾🙌🏾
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Good info!!! Thanks!
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Tabarnacle thank my man!
Thanks for the great comment buddy, really appreciate it, i'd love if you can share it that would be awesome :)
Love your video
Awesome! Place like and share if you don't mind ;)
Very good methods that you G2L.
Awesome!
great content
I used a stubby stainless steel sheet metal screw to seal a pinhole leak as a short-term repair. Dissimilar metals are never a good idea, but for the short term it works great. I will ultimately replace that section of pipe all together.
Anything to stop the leak!
I had people bring soft copper water lines in. That run under the house that had burst numerous places. Winter Freeze. I used a ball peen hammer to get the edges close . Then used silver solder to fix them.
I love this., you’re funny. U gave the best and even ratchet fixes 😂
Thank you, don't forget to share :)
Good vid dude
Thanks a lot buddy, appreciate the comment, share if you can ;)
Awesome video, I have a leak somewhere from my main to the front yard, its leaking and making a puddle. Im gona have to dig up the yard to find the leak but its only a 6ft area it is wet at and the worst part is by a hose bib next to the house so i will start there.
Probly safe at least $500 by DIYing it.
Thanks budy!!
Did anybody lay cable? I'm thinking sometimes mess up your pipes without saying anything
Call Dig-Rite first, or whoever marks utilities beforehand. I learned this the hard way. 😕
Thanks man
You're welcome! :)))
Great video
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Nice!!!
Thx a lot buddy ;)
Thanks
thank u
Great info! Where can I get a Fluxuator?
Thanks. Ron
For now the Fluxuator sales are on hold but they will soon be available on their website and on mine as well ;)
www.Fluxuator.com
Hey this is great.
Great help, thank you.
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@@Got2Learn my husband is trying to repaired a pipe right now he is getting very frustrated because after soldered it is leaking we can figure it out where the water is coming from, the water was turned off and all pipes supposedly empty
What could possibly went wrong?
@@angelesmyers9486 maybe the valve isn't closing at 100%
Great video 👍 may I know whether this fixing apply to gas copper pipe?
Thanks, no just water.
For freeze damage copper pipes its best to cut 6 inches on each side from hole. (removing a foot of pipe). Atleast thats what was told to me by a plumber as copper pipe expands when forzen.
Yeah that's what should typically be done for good measure, but for small burst like these, no need.
Best video ever!!!
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Thanks bro
Welcome!!!
Yesterday, I learned that with my fancy stud finder, a copper pipe against the back of drywall looks just like a stud! But it didn't do so well for attaching a cabinet :-( I repaired it by cutting the pipe at the screw hole, cleaning the ends, then using a single sleeve. It worked but method 1 would have been quicker. Thanks for video...who knew there were so many ways to get out of a jam! ( FYI: the L is silent in solder...it's pronounced 'SOD er' )
Awesome, glad I could help :)
Actually the 'L' is pronounced in English.
The "L" is pronounced in UK English
This happened to me tonight. “Fancy” stud finder isn’t so fancy anymore
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got a tough situation for you on copper line:
old copper line end was a compression connection, that means the end has some mars (unsmooth ring lines ), very short left from wall out.
causing leaking when connected with a SharkBite faucet.
I try to fix without opening the wall to change the (stub out) section.
was thinking if i can solder the end portion to create a smooth surface for sharkbite connection. (i.e how to coat solder around the end alike resurfacing?)
I strongly recommend NOT doing that, that will leak for sure, your best bet is to replace the pipe, even if you have to break the wall 🤠
great vid
Thx!!!