Steam Boiler Leaking Water
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- Опубликовано: 20 окт 2022
- This new homeowner inherited a steam boiler leaking water and called me in to check things out. I ran the boiler under pressure and discovered the pipe (nipple) exiting the right side of the boiler leaking.
To the novice, it looks like a simple repair, just replace that short nipple, and the job is done correctly? Not so fast! In order to get that nipple out I had to dismantle part of the Hartford loop and steam return line. And you know that nipple wasn't going to just screw out! Enter my trusty Milwaukee 18-volt Sawzall.
This is not a long video so for the pros and homeowners out there in RUclips land, this is how I get these seemingly difficult jobs done with very little pain. Hope you enjoy it!
Regards,
Bob
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Thanks Bob. Appreciate you going through all the steps for us. Your professionalism is definitely preferred over some of the other RUclips plumber channels.
I appreciate that! You're welcome.
Bob
Thanks for all your good help over the years .
Please settle this argument
I like to drain a little water every week with my steam boiler to get the black water out . My super says leave it alone and don’t touch it until the winter is
over. He says , you do not have to clean water on these new gas boilers.
It’s a Weil McLean
Your thoughts , please
Thank you
Not true, my experience is that by not draining down in the off season causes the drains to clog. Ultimately haver to remove , unclog and reinstall the drains. Most homeowners won't do this, which is good for business!! Regards, Bob.
Mm I like how you explained thank you
You’re welcome 😊
Bob, very detailed and informative video. You do stellar work, particularly on steam systems and appreciate your willingness to share your vast knowledge with us homeowners. Have a great weekend.
Wow, thanks! Much Appreciated.
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Awesome!
Wish you worked in Boston!
Thank You, but I'm about ready to but put out to the pasture!😂
This guy is a smooth operator,
A fan of Blue Monster tape. Really good stuff!
Bob. Thank you for your videos. Your videos have helped me with my steam radiators more than once.
Great job!
I wouldn’t know how you disassembled the various pieces to get to the nipple. The T connector to the rotted nipple and backend; you sawed off the nipple but I guess also sawed off the continuing back nipple too.
Correct!
Bob, very meticulous work, you have so much experience and appreciate you sharing it !
Many thanks! Bob
Easy for you to say Bob🤣🤣🤣🤣………… nice work 😎
Thanks 👍
Thank you for video
Thank You!!
Looks great Bob !!!!
Thanks 👍
Nice fix.
Hey Bob awesome video….. I have a question we have an old peerless boiler from the ‘60s …. We have a 47-2, Mechanical Water Feeder w/ #2 Switch installed…. I usually drain a little water to get the. La k water out…… there a lower water valve to drain also …. Am I okay by draining from the feeder on a weekly basis especially now going into winter?
Great job Bob! 👍👍
Thank you! Cheers!
This is a great video!!!
Thank you!! Much appreciated! Bob.
another great video!! what size cape chisel did you use?
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Hi Bob, I noticed you left about a quarter inch of the old nipple before slicing and caping. In a past video, you cut flush with the cast fitting before slicing and caping. Any particular reason for the the difference? Your videos are awesome for the handyman landlord. Thank you.
No particular reason, I think the Reciprocating saw body was hitting the boiler jacket so I couldn’t get a flush cut. Truth be told better to have some excess to chisel on.
Should you skim the boiler after re-pipe work?
Yes, you want to remove any residual oil from the surface of the water after cutting and threading new pipe!
Bob couldnt you cut the valve inlet fpt socket first, then loosen/cut the union and proceed to unscrew the valve? This would eliminate the need to cut through the valve body.
Sure!
Hey Bob, really enjoy watching your videos. I have a steam boiler in the basement and the pipes to the radiators for the basement are underground. I believe there is a leak because the water from the scope glass becomes empty when not in use. Is it worth ripping up the tiling and cement to find the leak?
Are you referring to the "steam return" pipes? These would be the pipes that bring the steam condensate back to the boiler after each heating cycle? Generally speaking I abandon the buried pipes and reroute a new return above the ground. Many different ways to approach this depending on each individual situation.
@@BobsPlumbingVideos Yes, it is the steam return pipes. Above the ground would make sense but it is a finished basement so it would look out of place. So frustrating!
Yes, Bob is right…. Start a new connection
Black pipe over time rots out . Did a lot of returns coming back to the boiler in black pipe Just before the heartford loop Lot of guys are using copper Because they feel it's hot water But I like the old black pipe On a steam system Is all black pipe That looks like an old Brooklyn boiler I go to Bruce plumbing supply in bentonhurst Did many like that Too old now Laugh out loud
I got those parts from Bruce on 16th ave!
@BobsPlumbingVideos I do the same. I have him make up the nipples for me, lol 😆
Copper is poor choice for steam?
Can you do a video of how a homeowner can service/tune-up their own residential steam boiler?
Check this one out! ruclips.net/video/KK_lX1k3QvA/видео.html
Bob, two questions: 1. Can you go into more detail on the why's & wherefore's of using the string-type lamp wick? To my inexperienced eyes, the Blue Block & Blue Monster pipe tape should have sealed the nipple in place, perhaps? 2. Have you done a video explaining to non-Pros about how tight or how much thread engagement of pipe threads is "correct"? I often think I may be over-tightening fittings around the house, especially when one or both halves of a joint is/are PVC or CPVC. I _think_ I've only split one fitting, but that wouldn't have happened if I knew what I was doing1 ;) Thumbs up!
Great suggestion, I will put that together! Thank You Bob Vines.
Enjoy your videos. It’s simple when you know how. How do you know how far to screw the tap in when treading are retracing treads. Thanks for your expertise Bob.
Bob how do you know how far to tread a hole with the tap or when tracing treads. Thanks I appreciate your videos.@@BobsPlumbingVideos
Hi Bob, any particular reason you went with blue block over another one of your favorites magaloc
Extra , insurance against having to come back for a nuisance leak. Megaloc would have done the job as well, but I'm anal...😂
Does it matter if you put on dope than tape thanks
I personally will do the tape first followed by whatever compound you choose.
Is it true that if you see steam from the chimney stack that means there's a hole in the boiler?
In general YES!
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stainless ,brass or schedule 80?
Viable alternatives!
I’m disappointed. You’re such a good plumber, I can’t believe I’m watching you put teeth on that nice square pipe tap end. 😂
You and me both!
@@BobsPlumbingVideos Why not use open ended wrench or adjustable?
Forgot to ask, would you ever use heat to remove?
I see that done all the time, but I was taught to cape them out and I'd be afraid to compromise the bushing that was screwed into the boiler, not mention damaging the boiler jacket.
Hi Bob, great vid! My colleague Barbara sent you an email about some business inquiries. Could you get back to us when you are available?
Which e-mail?
@@BobsPlumbingVideos Hey, Bob, I am from TopTes producing gas leak detectors. My colleague Barbara just sent a new email asking for collaboration. Please tell us what you think! 😄
I have a rad that is not getting at heat. The shut off is cold the pipe is cold. Pitch is good. 🤷♂️🤷♂️
Is the valve at the floor open? Is the air valve working? Is the thermostat turned up above the room tempreature?
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Valve is new
Shut off works
Thermostat sucks! I’m thinking to move towards the back of the house where is coldest. There is a rad that is further In distance, but breaks off before the cold rad.
@@BobsPlumbingVideos
Rookie move.
Vent valve was closed and clogged.
Replaced and now it’s getting good heat.
🤯