How to CORRECTLY Solder A Vertical Copper Pipe (Complete Guide) | GOT2LEARN

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  • In this video, i'll go through all the steps on how to properly solder a "vertical" pipe.
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  • @Got2Learn
    @Got2Learn  3 месяца назад +7

    Join my plumbing forum for free: got2learn.freeforums.net/

  • @aaronsalvesen4553
    @aaronsalvesen4553 2 года назад +263

    I’ve worked for many licensed plumbing companies that had no clue about all the details you describe in your videos! You’re a gift to us all!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад +8

      🤗

    • @Mr.FixIt1979
      @Mr.FixIt1979 Год назад +5

      Amen to that!

    • @iwishiwaswrongbutimnot517
      @iwishiwaswrongbutimnot517 Год назад

      Blow him next time.

    • @youradumbass2576
      @youradumbass2576 Год назад

      So you worked with start ups or jokes. Sorry brother I started doing this in 1990 , was taught by 4 men with over 140 years combined ( masters), if you don't know this you are working for a POS. I learned all this first year

    • @SpikeSharp
      @SpikeSharp 11 месяцев назад +5

      I doubt you worked for a lisc plumber then....

  • @davidchan7667
    @davidchan7667 3 года назад +258

    This is probably the best instructional video of all. He explains techniques that a vocational school will teach on site. Great animation of the internal pipes.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +12

      Wowww thank you sooooo much!!!

    • @lordjaashin
      @lordjaashin 2 года назад +2

      except propane and map gas aren't same. its true that original mapp gas is discontinued but the map gas available in yellow cylinders is propylene, which burns way hotter than propane and is really awesome when soldering bigger pipes.

    • @nothankyou5524
      @nothankyou5524 Год назад +1

      @lordjaashin Mapp Gas Pro, IMO, is 5% to 10% hotter when comparing Flame Temperature, based on "in the field testing". Also, keep in mind that the figures of Flame Temp for both Propane and Mapp Pro, being in the mid 3000° range are adiabatic conditions, IMO. Actual Flame Temp for both gasses are in the 1900° to 2000° range, again, IMO, based on comparable shop tests between the two. Again, these are my findings. and IMO. Anyone else's opinion, I'm sure, believe their conclusions are as correct to them, as mine are to me
      I always suggest self investigation. There's a lot of info out there, these past 15 years. Best wishes & Best of Luck.

    • @youradumbass2576
      @youradumbass2576 Год назад

      @@nothankyou5524 As a former master plumber and journeyman welder I suggest you compare an oxy/acetylene with a propylene/oxygen performance abilities.

    • @bentalley9242
      @bentalley9242 Год назад

      ​@@lordjaashin ⁰

  • @mrcoz1764
    @mrcoz1764 10 месяцев назад +16

    When i was about 8 or 9,,, I watched a plumber in my basement solder some copper pipes together As i watched he explained what he was doing,,, That was the beginning of my Construction career 10 yrs later i was soldering on my own with no other lessons,,And for the next 50 yrs the Trades was where i stayed

    • @als1023
      @als1023 3 месяца назад +3

      Very similar childhood, living in small town where trades did multiple jobs.
      Now i too enjoy a wide variety of trade skills, so satisfying.

  • @vivtek
    @vivtek 3 месяца назад +8

    This is the best video I have ever seen about soldering copper pipe. I've had a *terrible* time with vertical joints and for the first time I now know what I've been doing wrong.

  • @colinsteam
    @colinsteam 4 года назад +105

    Been soldering for years, your trick of bending the solder to gauge how much you need to melt is priceless.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +6

      Yes it helped me a lot in the beginning, thanks ColIin!!

    • @mechantics
      @mechantics 3 года назад +1

      I'd say that, and the vertical joint explanation, taught me more than any other pointer, besides the observation that soldering wires under th he hood of my Chevelle (1st car, 16 years old) required flux!

    • @stevejones9044
      @stevejones9044 Год назад +1

      Same. I'm not a professional but I always do my own plumbing in my home. I was never sure how much solder was getting into the joint so I tended to overdo it. I'm sure I have many elbows filled with solder on the inside.

  • @billsherman6129
    @billsherman6129 4 года назад +85

    I'm loving those cut-away shots of pipes! Gives a much better idea of what's going on!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +2

      Thank you so much for the positive comment!

    • @nextlayersecurity
      @nextlayersecurity 3 года назад +2

      agreed! the cut-aways are very insightful and take away all the mystery. thanks!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @waynegacyii9010
      @waynegacyii9010 2 года назад

      I was about to clog the inside of my pipe with a bucket of flux, and a half roll of solder.

    • @wingerrrrrrrrr
      @wingerrrrrrrrr 2 года назад

      @@waynegacyii9010
      The school of "the bigger the blob, the better the job"? 😉

  • @woodyaborn5641
    @woodyaborn5641 2 года назад +9

    I’ll tell ya what. I’m no plumber, just a farmer that sometimes has to be a plumber. That is a very well done video. Not just how, but why. Great job!

  • @mandelaaffected5059
    @mandelaaffected5059 3 года назад +16

    I’m a 52 year retired contractor and I learn tips I wish I knew back then from watching your videos. 👍

  • @evankamminga4321
    @evankamminga4321 4 года назад +6

    I'm an 18 year old in plumbing school and after my classes I always seem to come to your video's, this stuff is so fascinating to me!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +2

      Very cool, thank you so much!

  • @AB-vc7ox
    @AB-vc7ox 2 года назад +3

    I love how your videos are simple and to the point, getting on with the lesson without the typical annoying repetitive channel intros.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад +1

      I appreciate that, thanks buddy!

  • @Geekstocks
    @Geekstocks 3 года назад +36

    3.6 million views and 50,000+ likes can't be wrong! You did a NICE job with this video and I very much appreciate the detail on fluxing. Your effort to show the innards of the pipe during soldering using the cut-away sections is super helpful. I have been over-fluxing for sure!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +2

      Thank you soooo much man, really appreciate it 😇😇😇

    • @cory3106
      @cory3106 10 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah seriously! What a godsend! I'm usually a very handy person in many different skills, could use improvement in time management Plus a couple other things I haven't gotten acceptedly average skilled at yet or just plain old haven't gotten it under my belt yet. trial or practical experience-wise, an copper plumbing joints was always my weakest 'class,' if you will (to use nostalgic scholastic terms)

  • @Vagab0nd
    @Vagab0nd 4 года назад +44

    Great video, I will be sharing around my shop. "WHY" is often the hardest lesson to teach. "Just do it like this" is much simpler, and that often leaves a person with only enough information to be dangerous. Thank you for making quality videos.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +2

      Thank you so much Barrymore!!!!!!!!

  • @toddsmith5850
    @toddsmith5850 2 года назад +5

    Hi ! I learned to be a expert on soldiering copper pipes up to 8" copper. In my 28 years in plumbing.I like what you're video shows. Theirs always so much to learn. You always want to start on the bottom on the vertical copper pipe fitting.,and then the top.If you don't you will have a cold joint.Since heat rises.👍

  • @miami1393
    @miami1393 3 года назад +26

    Very clearly explained without excess blatter that puts me to sleep. Also, the videos address the actual subject matter in clear detail with good and easy to follow techniques. The cutout pipes showing what happens in the inside of a pipe while soldering was a great touch. Very well made video, I'm now subscribed to this channel, thanx.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      Thank you soo so much!!!@

  • @Yourmommastinks
    @Yourmommastinks Год назад +10

    Not a plumber, but have always wanted to learn. I don’t think there is a better video out on you tube that describes in detail the steps you described. If I could give two thumbs up I would! Great video! Thank you

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Год назад

      Thank you so much 😇😇😇

  • @ericheine2414
    @ericheine2414 4 года назад +5

    I enjoy your videos.
    I've been a plumber for 40 years.
    I do it the way the old man told me to. The old man would have liked you. Thank you

  • @fransiscoalvarezinski6293
    @fransiscoalvarezinski6293 4 года назад +14

    This is the 1st RUclips video I've ever watched that I was not annoyed by a 15 sec ad. Great Job. Very professional and helpful to me, a DYIer.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thank you so much for that, I really appreciate it Fransisco!!! Have a great day :))

    • @robertosborne1753
      @robertosborne1753 3 года назад +1

      Yes, Got2learn should be an instructor at the schoolhouse for sure!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      :)

  • @jaymez858
    @jaymez858 21 день назад

    We had “professional” plumbers do our home years ago and they didn’t deburr. Now we’re facing a lot of pinhole leaks and can’t afford a full repipe. Thanks to your videos, I can do most repairs myself.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  21 день назад

      That's bad, glad I could help here!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  10 дней назад

      Thank you, don't forget to share :)

  • @Compwib
    @Compwib 4 месяца назад +2

    Thanks for sharing your step by step plumbing soldering . No body teaches their techniques to common people . Instead plumber says we will charge 350 to 400 dollars just to replace leaking main water supply valve. Learnt a lot once again thankyou

  • @bradgreenwood2588
    @bradgreenwood2588 2 года назад +3

    Wanted to say thanks for your videos. I have a second home in the mountains of Colorado. I had a leak and it's very difficult to get any licensed plumber to come to my location to make a repair. I've done some soldering in the past, but my skills needed work. Your videos did the trick. I was able to successfully make the needed repair with NO LEAKS on the first try. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. These videos help empower homeowners like myself to take control and make their own repairs.

  • @rottiejakeluke
    @rottiejakeluke 4 года назад +15

    I’ve been doing homeowner repairs without issue. Now, after seeing your video I will do a much better job and know that I will not have issues over time. The TIPS you mention are terrific. Thanks

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! :)

  • @scottseedell238
    @scottseedell238 Год назад +2

    I've worked with 100s of plumbers and never seen any of them use a deburring tool. The majority also swore that fluxes had advanced so much that the pipe barely needed cleaning beforehand, especially if it was new.

  • @567dirt8910
    @567dirt8910 Год назад +1

    Wow. I have never de-burred a pipe before. I am a finish carpenter with 25+ years of experience in a lot of different trades. Maimly (now exclusively) interior remodeling or maintenance. That said, I have done a fair bit of plumbing- nothing to exreme- usually moving pipes in a kitchen or bath. I am definitely going to pick up a de-beurring tool.
    Now that I think about it, I feel like I've never even seen a plumber be-burr a pipe. Although it's not like I sit and watch them or anything. As I type, I literally just remembered how some pipe cutters, the tradtional type- have a de burring tool on them. I imagine I've used it before just because it was there but I probably wouldn't have done it well enough.
    Watching this video maked me want to go do it. haha

  • @poppacore6433
    @poppacore6433 8 месяцев назад +1

    Look how perfect those joints are. Every plumber i've ever met should be watching your videos and learning from you. No exaggeration either - literally none of them know how to keep the flux in their solder. None.

  • @yoman5136
    @yoman5136 4 года назад +7

    I learned more about soldering by watching this video than I could have ever imagined. A very good teacher, kids need you as a tech school instructor.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thhat's very nice of you, thank you very much!

  • @bruddahp6763
    @bruddahp6763 4 года назад +12

    Not only the "How", but the "Why" too. So much easier to learn and remember! Thanks for all your great videos.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thank you for your very positive comment Bruddah!!!!!!

    • @irish89055
      @irish89055 3 года назад

      Aloha...

  • @moonbeamsgardendesign9711
    @moonbeamsgardendesign9711 3 года назад +3

    I work as a Home Depot plumbing associate, this video should be part of our training. Thank you.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Yes, it should hehe :)

  • @alt7244
    @alt7244 27 дней назад

    I've been soldering for 35 years. My joint/ leak ratio is extremely good. I enjoy soldering and brazing. I do it a little differently, but what this video shows is a perfect way to correctly solder. It can't be expressed enough, dont use too much flux. Some believe you need to glob it on. What could happen is when the joint is hot enough to melt the solder, the glob of flux may not have melted out. The solder will run around the glob of flux. That's called a flux pocket. When i went through my apprenticeship, we had to cut our soldered fittings off pipe, put soldered joint in a vice, split them with a hacksaw, then peal the fitting from pipe to examine our joints. Flux pockets do happen when you use too much flux. If you can't do any of the ways suggested to support the pipe... crimp, wood, rule, apply heat to the bottom first. That will expand before the upper joints, and the pipe shouldn't slip out, but it's always advisable to support your work prior to soldering. Good video

  • @colbysegura5235
    @colbysegura5235 4 года назад +76

    Put 2 pin holes in a line going into my house while doing the lawn. I'm pretty handy so I watched a few videos and went with this one being it is vertical. I'm still impressed I pulled it off. I was so nervous about it being vertical. Thank You kind sir for the video.

  • @denverdanoreno
    @denverdanoreno 4 года назад +19

    Got2learn....Not only do you articulate and pronounce words properly, your camera work and production of content is some of the best on RUclips, True!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thank you so much, your comment is the best Dan, have a great day!

    • @roberthensel6312
      @roberthensel6312 4 года назад +1

      That’s a fact.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thanks guys, really appreciate it ;)

  • @janicechapman7368
    @janicechapman7368 3 года назад +13

    This video was awesome. I used it to repair my broken pipe after the recent severe storms and power outages in Austin TX left thousands of broken pipes. It would have taken upwards of 6 weeks to get a plumber out. I got my water back on after the DYI repair and it is still holding.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      So happy I was able to help, thanks for the positive comment Janice and have a great day!

    • @stephendeyarmond6691
      @stephendeyarmond6691 3 года назад

      That's horizontal not vertical!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      @@stephendeyarmond6691 🤔

    • @stephendeyarmond6691
      @stephendeyarmond6691 3 года назад +1

      @@Got2Learn Lol just a UA welder observing the difference between vertical and horizontal! No troubles brother, still taught me some soldering tricks!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      @@stephendeyarmond6691 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

  • @sidehop
    @sidehop 10 месяцев назад +2

    This is fantastic. To the point, no extra talking that's unnecessary and you explain it really well. Thanks again!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  10 месяцев назад

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @george4786
    @george4786 4 года назад +12

    I thought I was proficient at pipe joint soldering until I watched this, outstanding level of detail and great time saving tips. Thanks.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thank you very much!!!

  • @luifranco1457
    @luifranco1457 Год назад +8

    I wanted to say THANK YOU for your very informational videos. They helped me complete my first major copper plumbing project, and watched many of your videos before my attempt. I built a bypass valve to install a water filtration/softening system in my home after getting a couple of “blow off” quotes since my main line was nearly butted to the wall and really close to a 2x4, the quotes I got for doing the job were pretty ridiculous, so I decided to do it myself but researched YT videos for weeks before the attempt. I’m a subscriber now and will continue watching as I’ve now built up the confidence to do more projects for my home, including replacing the existing gas water heater for a tankless!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Год назад +1

      Awesomeeeeee, thanks for sharing Lui!!!

  • @waltsnow1762
    @waltsnow1762 3 года назад +3

    Good Video !!.....retired now , but spent 35 years in solar systems installs and can only add....'' get the pipe and fittings AS CLEAN AS CAN BE , they will solder themselves !! ( had a leak per about 1000 solder joints )......also , paste flux was the best !!!

  • @Equismaximus
    @Equismaximus 4 года назад +6

    Great videos. I learned to solder when I was 12. My grandfather was a plummer and I worked with him on some jobs when he got old. Breaking concrete in basements for new sewer lines was one job he always gave me but I picked up a lot of info on installing pipe be it copper, galvanized or black pipe. You would be surprised how many people haven't a clue as to how to solder.
    One tip I have and it came to mind when I saw a valve in the video is this. Most ball valves have either plastic seats around the ball or some other soft material depending on the quality of the valve. If you can and your application allows always solder a male or female threaded fitting on the end where the ball valve is going or other valves as well. Now when done just screw on a valve. This way you can put all the heat on without melting the inners of the ball valves and when it comes to replacing no need to solder again.
    I replaced all my outdoor water spigots with ball valves instead of gate valves or seat valves. When they go bad, and they will eventually, simply unscrew and replace. It saves a lot of time. Most people will apply too much heat on the larger body of the valve and melt the seals this way you are safe if you overheat.
    Maximus

  • @flurpburp3352
    @flurpburp3352 4 года назад +6

    This is an excellent video, I have been in the HVAC trade for 40 years, I have used oxy acetylene and silfloss sticks, Siler solder, I am better at that than soldering but now I know why! I saw a Russian guy soldering a lineset on a refrigeration system and was surprised especially on the high side but it never did leak!! amazing, I know alot of guys who would say that would fail, you provide many excellent tips that I never heard of in decades of working around many men, you really are experienced!

    • @flurpburp3352
      @flurpburp3352 4 года назад +2

      I used to use a liquid called copper Brite to prep the copper for silver soldering, I used emery cloth too but the copper Brite was a mild avid and etched the metal shiny and immaculate.
      you are a very good teacher.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot bud, never heard of copper brite, seems pretty cool ;)

  • @Mr1cabbage1
    @Mr1cabbage1 Год назад +1

    Perfect upload for a potential novice plumber like myself..one of the clearest instructional uploads I've come across..thanks

  • @edwardcharron2610
    @edwardcharron2610 Год назад +2

    This is hands down the best video on soldering I have ever seen. Thank you.

  • @dew117
    @dew117 4 года назад +86

    Nice and clear as always
    I really like the ways that you always have proofs in order to support your statements.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +2

      Thank you very much Kanit :)

  • @leeniehaus72
    @leeniehaus72 3 года назад +5

    I love the live cross section details that help explain much of what you cannot see. Great job with these tutorials!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Thanks so much, please share if you can it really helps, have a great day!!!

  • @harryl8234
    @harryl8234 3 года назад +1

    This is the best presentation on RUclips on how soldering a vertical pipe as well as horizontal pipes.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      You are most welcome, please share if you can, it helps the channel tremendously ✌✌

    • @harryl8234
      @harryl8234 3 года назад +1

      @@Got2Learn btw, saw you video on how to solder a ball valve. You said to have the valve open when soldering. Some ball valve company, NIBCO, said to have the valve closed. I'm a little confuse here.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Yes, each company has their way of soldering them, some opened, some closed so always read the tag on the handle, if it's not marked, check their website because it can damage them 😉

    • @harryl8234
      @harryl8234 3 года назад +1

      @@Got2Learn 👍

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      🙏

  • @unchistejaja
    @unchistejaja 3 года назад +7

    You’re an excellent teacher. Showing why you shouldn’t do something is just as important as why you should do something. Great examples all around!

  • @RADIUMGLASS
    @RADIUMGLASS 3 года назад +45

    It was a good thing to let everyone know not to be too "happy" with the flux as little is needed. Good technique on the solder.

  • @billlugo52
    @billlugo52 4 года назад +8

    I'm a union plumber from local 690 Philadelphia and man your videos are awesome and have helped me so much in the field! Hope you keep making them and maybe you can do a lay out video and how to read blue prints! But keep them coming, God bless.

  • @RileyKnifeandTool
    @RileyKnifeandTool Год назад +1

    I don't comment on very many videos, but this video was extraordinarily well done. I'd bet that most vocational schools don't teach soldering this well or show examples this clearly.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Год назад

      Wow, thank you so much that's so nice of you 😇😇😇

  • @snoozakid
    @snoozakid 3 года назад +11

    I'm 29 years old and have always wanted to take a chance at plumbing. An opportunity recently arose where I could get an apprenticeship even with out any vocational training. I worked a couple of summers with my uncle when I was younger. Your videos are giving me amazing information that I can use to set myself apart.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      You just made my day, thanks a million Alex! 🤗

    • @TenchuTesshu
      @TenchuTesshu 3 года назад

      A lot of people should get into the licensed trades. Licensed plumbers make a lot more money than people think.

    • @snoozakid
      @snoozakid 3 года назад +2

      I think for someone like myself who didn't have a father figure growing up makes It harder and a little intimidating to get started because I've had to teach myself everything in the ways of basic tools. But as I said I'm really excited about getting started and I am making a daily effort to learn codes and by watching these videos you have. Hopefully I can get started on some hands om stuff soon. 🙏

    • @brandonbell5357
      @brandonbell5357 7 месяцев назад

      It's a nasty job

  • @jubair5322
    @jubair5322 4 года назад +7

    i am not in this trade but i suddenly came acroos this vedio and watching as a random things. i was surprised how clearly you are saying every part of it.
    anybody could be interested to learn. well done.

  • @trudaroof
    @trudaroof 4 года назад +13

    This is how instructional videos should be made..... Perfect

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much!!

  • @pendulum2007
    @pendulum2007 9 месяцев назад +1

    The best instruction I've seen. You demonstrated heating the copper pipe, then testing on and off with solder . Also,heating from the bottom makes so much sense. Thankyou 😘

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  9 месяцев назад

      Glad it helped!!!🤛🤜

  • @SgtJesseDowning
    @SgtJesseDowning 3 года назад +1

    I am new to soldering copper pipe. When you said heat the opposite side of the pipe, that was what I needed to finish the job. Thank you.

  • @adobemastr
    @adobemastr 4 года назад +3

    Friend, you did an excellent job on this video! Your background music choice was appropriately chosen and not too loud to overpower your narration, something that many RUclips video makers don’t do. Nothing worse than inappropriate and loud background music. I also like how you present yourself: in a serious demeanor and not goofy and silly. First class job!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Thank you so much Roy, I really appreciate that, have a great day sir!

    • @adobemastr
      @adobemastr 4 года назад +1

      Got2Learn You are very welcome! I know how hard it is, time-consuming, and equipment intensive it takes to make excellent videos; there is just an awful lot to learn. Then, you have to have a certain “personality” to go with video production: I can’t stomach men who make videos that act goofy, make silly faces, and act effeminate. Humor is OK, but it is like medicine and must be used sparingly.
      You also have hit the sweet spot on your audio levels. Your voice comes across clear and easy to understand, which means you’ve recorded your videos with the right microphone and at the right audio levels. I’m just impressed with the quality of the video and wanted to acknowledge your excellent efforts on this. And your content was great! I wish I would’ve watched this video before I did some of my copper plumbing projects. I used old flux that my brother had laying around when I did a fairly large project and found out that old flux goes bad... didn’t know that. I overheated my pipes because of this old flux, not realizing that using old flux won’t make the solder flow as easy. I guess the acidity level in old flux starts to go bad and does not work as well. Always use new flux and throw your old tins away.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Can't thank you enough, comments like yours make my day. Like you said, not too many people acknowledge how much time and effort goes into making one video because they just can't see it in production and it's totally normal, but I really appreciate when someone does acknowledge it, that's for sure!
      I've also never heard of flux going bad, I am not saying it's impossible I just never heard of it, because I use up my jars pretty fast so they don't have time to get old lolll but i'll keep that in mind, thank you Roy!

    • @adobemastr
      @adobemastr 4 года назад

      Got2Learn I did not think flux could go bad either but I think these tins my brother had were probably, I’m guessing, eight or 10 years old? Maybe even longer? When you think about it, it makes sense because they have acid in it, and acid, when exposed to the air, does eventually go bad. And I’m certain you never let your cans or tins of flux go that long without using them!

  • @jakespede7540
    @jakespede7540 4 года назад +4

    Thank you for taking the time to demonstrate how to correctly solder all positions and some of the tricks that make it easier.

  • @TGS2AUSA2024
    @TGS2AUSA2024 3 года назад +1

    I tackled a big soldering project at home. Your videos helped me avoid any catastrophes.
    Thank You

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Awesomeeee, thanks man!

  • @user-up5dy7qr5f
    @user-up5dy7qr5f 10 месяцев назад +1

    These are the best, easiest to follow plumbing videos on the web! Thanks!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  10 месяцев назад

      Wow, thanks!!! 😇

  • @annaredd2422
    @annaredd2422 4 года назад +8

    thank you for your videos, I learn so much as a homeowner DIY. I wish I saw these years ago but when my joints fail and I need to redo, I will know the proper way.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Awesome, I am super glad I could help!

  • @igoski1582
    @igoski1582 4 года назад +5

    Thanks for all your tips. From this video, I did learn to heat at the middle of the coupling to draw the solder into the joint. I have always done it wrong, by trying to put the heat at the joint and the pipe. And bending the solder to show the proper amount to use is another great tip. I can now see why I have had problems at times. I'm sure my next copper job will be improved.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Glad I could help buddy!

  • @jfair7050
    @jfair7050 2 года назад +1

    I watched several clips to brush up on my soldering knowledge.. Yours by far had the most comprehensive information. Cheers and well done.

  • @Fbcj34
    @Fbcj34 Год назад +1

    for someone who wants to Learn how to solder, this is amazingly informative

  • @BadAndy01979
    @BadAndy01979 4 года назад +41

    I hope your getting paid well to do these videos!
    Best how to video I’ve ever seen with graphics, full explanation and to the point.
    Thank you. This was very helpful for the do it yourself guy! 🤘

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +3

      Thank you so much !!!

  • @rmTheWalrus
    @rmTheWalrus 4 года назад +18

    Great video. Having some of the "why" answered in regards to the techniques is super helpful. I'm a rule-follower, so I'd probably "follow instructions" anyway, but knowing the actual "why" helps people like me understand what they're doing and also how to do it better when facing unexpected challenges.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Great comment, thanks so much!!!

  • @MrTeff999
    @MrTeff999 3 года назад +1

    Excellent. One of the best and most thorough soldering
    videos on the web.

  • @MrPuddin83
    @MrPuddin83 Год назад +1

    Literally needed a video on how to solder my vertical water pipe to my house. The previous owners installed the wrong water regulating valve, the right one is about 1/2" too long. I need to cut out about that much in order to fit in the new regulating valve. Thanks for the video, it was exactly what i needed.

  • @shamrockshore6308
    @shamrockshore6308 3 года назад +14

    +Got2Learn
    Just a tip. After you've prepared the pipe surfaces with emery cloth, dry-fit the pipes in the joints and rub a pencil on the pipe all the way round and up to the joint fitting. Then apply the flux to the 'unpenciled' areas, refit the pipes in the joints and solder them. After soldering, just clean the joints as normal, removing the carbon left by the pencil...and you'll find you have a cleaner job with no running of the solder as seen @13:12.

    • @AA-zq1sx
      @AA-zq1sx 9 месяцев назад

      I would imagine that if a plumber cared about this level of detail they could eyeball the correct distance without pencil marks? After all, the depth of the fittings is never going to change from job to job... they're all the same factory standard, not like it's custom carpentry or something... not sure why your fittings would fit differently from one joint to the next. 🤔

  • @ThePreyMantas
    @ThePreyMantas 4 года назад +29

    Many questions answered with your excellent "whys" you want to do it the way you teach it. Great tutorial, thanks!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      Thank you very much!!!!

    • @xolomartinez6036
      @xolomartinez6036 3 года назад

      @@Got2Learn You can wipe the outside clean with a towel, but how do you get the inside of the pipe clean??

  • @samurai10000bc
    @samurai10000bc 8 месяцев назад +2

    That Montreal Italian accent is epic. In any case, Thanks a million for the video.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  8 месяцев назад +3

      It shows that much hahaaaa ??!!

    • @samurai10000bc
      @samurai10000bc 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@Got2Learn hahahaha all kinds !

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  8 месяцев назад

      @samurai10000bc 🤣🤣🤣

  • @scotsmanofnewengland7713
    @scotsmanofnewengland7713 2 года назад +1

    Great video and very informative. After gutting and redoing my house which is 151 years old ( built in 1870) wish I had seen this video back then when I started doing it back in 1979. My next soldering job with go a lot easier and with me a lot smarter. Thanks Again from DIY.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад

      Thank you very much!!!

  • @RADIUMGLASS
    @RADIUMGLASS 3 года назад +8

    The pipe cutaways were clever and informative as most people would never realize what goes on if you over-engineer your project.

  • @intercoursechef
    @intercoursechef 4 года назад +30

    Dude, you are a teaching wizard!! Merci beaucoup for a great, great lesson!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot Patrick, very appreciated!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      @em zee ??

  • @xxwookey
    @xxwookey 8 месяцев назад +1

    Very impressive how much trouble you went to (all those cutaway pieces!) to make this really clear and thorough. Lots of good info in here.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  8 месяцев назад

      Thanks for noticing ;)

  • @joseruiz2359
    @joseruiz2359 3 года назад +1

    I saw all your videos of soldering. I finished my installation the bathroom. As a result the joints was perfect, with absolutely no leaks!.
    Thanks a lot

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Niceeee so happy, good Job Jose!

    • @joseruiz2359
      @joseruiz2359 3 года назад +1

      @@Got2Learn I also had some problems of pipe dimensions, so I desolder and It was a little complicated, event tough my line was empty of water, first soldering was as I expected. But when I desolder It was water, in that part I realized how complicated is with water, as you taught to us. Water is like a thermic fuse maintaining temperature at 100C.
      Thanks again.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Yes, when there is water it's almost impossible to heat the pipe up enough to get it up to temp.

  • @utubeape
    @utubeape 4 года назад +3

    Your explainations and graphics are brilliant, its important to show why a task should be done or not done a certain way and you do it perfectly

  • @chadlevitan7886
    @chadlevitan7886 2 года назад +5

    Only thing you missed, in my opinion, is that hot wiping the joint with a light touch and 100% cotton rag will both remove the excess flux (easiest while hot) and ensure the solder is distributed around the joint properly. It will also expose pinholes or areas you did not achieve proper wetting. Source: Former licensed plumber taught by 50-year master plumber/boilermaker out of the Chicago Unions. Other than that small gripe, this is an excellent video!

    • @bc-guy852
      @bc-guy852 2 года назад +1

      I guess I was taught by a pro because that's the only tiny thing I was thinking as well. The cutaways and great explanations make this so easy to watch!

    • @chadlevitan7886
      @chadlevitan7886 2 года назад

      @@bc-guy852 yup you must've been!

  • @j.c.8975
    @j.c.8975 Год назад +1

    I have an old small gate valve I want to replace, so I have to use a slip coupling a make the difference in pipe lose, then the compression shutoff valve. I don't trust myself soldering a solder valve yet, I keep watching your video's and one of these days I make the attempt.
    Thank you so much for teaching us the things we had no idea about the plumbing world.
    Kudo's 2 U !!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  Год назад

      😇😇😇👌👌👌

  • @intheshell35ify
    @intheshell35ify 7 месяцев назад +1

    He points with a bloody finger to add authenticity. Love it.

  • @trentbever1370
    @trentbever1370 3 года назад +4

    Hey thanks for your videos as well as others on the tube. You and other guys doing this helped me take on a simple; yet big task for me soldering my own plumbing! Got it without a hitch the first try...so rewarding and a confidence builder for me as I take on a bathroom remodel, thanks!!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      You're awesome, and you are most welcome Trent!! 🤗

  • @dracoslayer16
    @dracoslayer16 2 года назад +9

    Using a fitting brush in a drill is a great way to clean a bunch of fittings quickly though it also wears out the brush VERY quickly. Always good to have extras on hand if you plan to do this.

  • @danielwebster7766
    @danielwebster7766 2 года назад +1

    Why would anyone give this a thumbs down???????thank you for your teaching ability

  • @agentadoubleodeucefourbloc7704
    @agentadoubleodeucefourbloc7704 3 года назад +1

    i have been plumbing for 28 years. i have never deburred a copper pipe. i will be changing the way i sweat pipe now. thanks for the video.

  • @Kainosktisis
    @Kainosktisis 4 года назад +15

    We usually work vertical joints from the bottom up, heat rises, less chance of messing up and de soldiering higher joints if you start higher and work down, great tips and tricks 👍

    • @lj2823
      @lj2823 4 года назад +2

      Was just about to comment that. lol

    • @mvmcali6900
      @mvmcali6900 3 года назад

      Just to be clear...are you saying still apply the heat in the middle of coupling but solder the bottom joint first and then the top joint last?

    • @YoutubeHero666
      @YoutubeHero666 3 года назад

      Was going to comment this aswell!

    • @stanthebluesman9650
      @stanthebluesman9650 2 года назад +1

      Yes, heat rises when referring to heating gases. When heating metal, the heat is more or less evenly distributed both upward and downward (or, to either side) from the point being heated.

  • @mbvizer
    @mbvizer 4 года назад +51

    After learning all this the hard way, NOW I find this!! I'm actually looking forward to my next leak.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Haha, there's the spirit!!!!

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  • @Nobody-tf7mv
    @Nobody-tf7mv 6 месяцев назад +1

    If there was a Oscar. You won it! Just superb!

  • @krymz1
    @krymz1 7 месяцев назад +1

    those were the most beautiful copper welds I've ever seen.

  • @djv81y46
    @djv81y46 4 года назад +22

    Very thorough presentation. Well done!

  • @mrhydrogeedro
    @mrhydrogeedro 4 года назад +18

    I am pretty handy with many crafts; however, I never solder copper before. This video helped my tremendously when I had to cap off 2 copper lines that had to be a slab. No leaks, first try. Thanks a lot for the video!!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад +1

      Good job man!!!!

    • @TheVoiceofRwanda
      @TheVoiceofRwanda 4 года назад +1

      Do you have to apply the solder all around the pipe?

    • @mrhydrogeedro
      @mrhydrogeedro 4 года назад +1

      @@TheVoiceofRwanda I directed heat on the cap only and touched the solder on the pipe and it sucked straight up into the cap. And yes, all the way around. I took off the heat about 3/4 the way around.

    • @dougroundup7315
      @dougroundup7315 4 года назад +2

      No! Not good! you are not supposed to sweat solder any fitting that is in or under a slab!!! No! No! No! That is According to code. That is why they have soft copper on a roll, so that you dont have to have fittings under or inside of a slab. In the instances where a fitting must be made and is unavoidable, You may braze the connection with silver brazing rod. While brazing is done similarly with a torch it is an entirely different thing.

  • @gordonnielsen3090
    @gordonnielsen3090 2 месяца назад

    The tape measure trick saved the day. Soldering a brass - copper to pex 1/2”fitting in the vertical axis. above a porcelain sink. Also used your Teflon tape around a pencil trick earlier in the day too. 🙏🙏

  • @2u263
    @2u263 2 года назад +2

    I'm an occasional diy since i cant afford plumbers. Your videos are so helpful. 1. Why water soluble flux, how does it work and what is its best applications? Sounds counter intuitive? 2. How do I gauge the amount of heat?

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад +1

      Thanks! To answer both of your questions...
      1) Water soluble flux means that it'll wash out of the pipes just with water, so it's good but I believe it has a lower melting point so it easily boils off.
      2) Use you solder as a gauge, when it gets sucked into the joint, you have enough heat, if it doesn't go, you need more.

  • @omartodologo6227
    @omartodologo6227 4 года назад +3

    I Believed I knew everything about soldering. What a wonderful and useful video. Congratulations and thank you very much for sharing your knowledge!!!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  4 года назад

      You are so very welcome :)

  • @cecilyt006
    @cecilyt006 4 года назад +3

    Like a Boss. Respect. Now everyone thinks I'm a skilled plumber.

  • @orlandomolina7192
    @orlandomolina7192 2 года назад +2

    Just discovered your channel this morning. I’ve watched at least 8 videos now. Great information. Great presentation. The cut half pipes help a lot.
    I’m a service plumber in our local jails. Mostly pro press but every now and then I solder. Thank you

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад

      Awesome! Thank you Orlando!!!

  • @donalddbharris9735
    @donalddbharris9735 3 года назад +2

    I'm about to sweat my first vertical joint and really appreciated your clear instructions. I feel more confident now that I can do this.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад

      Very happy to hear this, thanks for sharing, and enjoy!!

  • @kolankprof
    @kolankprof 3 года назад +3

    Outstanding attention to detail in this video! Love the close up shots and superb technical explanations.

  • @warner1700
    @warner1700 4 года назад +12

    you makes everything to looks so easy thank you I'm in this business and your videos have helped me a lot

  • @MojoPup
    @MojoPup Год назад +1

    You've improved my soldering 110%...Thanks!

  • @ucanoe
    @ucanoe 3 года назад +1

    simply awesome video, I have been soldering for over 50 years now...doing small jobs around the house etc...I know now I had no clue what I was doing...I did clean the copper connections well, which I think has served me well...thanks for all the tips and cutaways...wow!

  • @SpeakerBuilder
    @SpeakerBuilder 3 года назад +4

    Thanks so much for your efforts doing these videos, they were instrumental in getting me through the soldering job of my home rebuild project. I had soldered copper pipe before but never did it correctly. The procedures you outlined worked out great, only one failure, due to my tank running out of propane just as I was soldering the joint and I thought it was good but it failed after an hour or so under pressure, otherwise no other leaks. You should do a piece on how to solder the 90 degree shutoff valves, they are designed to solder copper pipe directly to them but heating them can cause then to no longer seal completely when in the off position, one of the first four I soldered in place would seep a bit, so for the last two of six I installed, I used sharkbite connectors with the 90 degree shutoff.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      You are most welcome, the only valve video I have is this one for now: ruclips.net/video/cELzc9ZophQ/видео.html

    • @davidrichter9164
      @davidrichter9164 Год назад

      Speech.

  • @robertoescobar007
    @robertoescobar007 3 года назад +7

    You're a very good teacher man! Congratulations keeping it amaizing, Thank you Sir.

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  3 года назад +1

      Thanks a million Robert, don't forget to share, it helps tremendously!!!

  • @thetruthfulone73
    @thetruthfulone73 Год назад +1

    Best video I've seen on here so simple and straight to the point at the same time explaining all the info needed to get the plumbing work done

  • @falconmack
    @falconmack 2 года назад +1

    WOW!, the explanations in this video are so meticulous that it sounds like a scientific research paper. SO EDUCATIONAL. I learned TONS of good stuff. THANK YOU!!!!

    • @Got2Learn
      @Got2Learn  2 года назад

      Wowwww, thank you sooooo much!!!!