First off, thanks for everyone who posts all the knowledge here. I’ve learned more lurking here over the last month than ever before. But now the time has come where I need some help.
Just purchased this home. Built in 2004 and has PEX (not sure what kind etc). The angle stops under the sinks and to the toilets are starting to show some creek corrosion near the threads so I figure it’s only a matter of time before a leak develops. I think the best option is probably just to change them all out and attempt to avoid a problem of them bursting etc.
The PEX comes out of the wall and all of the stops are compression fittings (PEX into a compression angle stop). I would like to use a reliable method to connect new angle stops. Here’s where I’m at:
option 1: just remove the old ones and pop a shark bite on them.
option 2: get the tool and use cinch rings (how’s this work if I don’t know what brand of PEX!?)
option 3: use new compression fittings.
Try not to eat me alive. I’m not a plumber but am a stickler for doing things the right way, hence why I’m here. I appreciate any help or advice you guys can provide!
Just purchased this home. Built in 2004 and has PEX (not sure what kind etc). The angle stops under the sinks and to the toilets are starting to show some creek corrosion near the threads so I figure it’s only a matter of time before a leak develops. I think the best option is probably just to change them all out and attempt to avoid a problem of them bursting etc.
The PEX comes out of the wall and all of the stops are compression fittings (PEX into a compression angle stop). I would like to use a reliable method to connect new angle stops. Here’s where I’m at:
option 1: just remove the old ones and pop a shark bite on them.
option 2: get the tool and use cinch rings (how’s this work if I don’t know what brand of PEX!?)
option 3: use new compression fittings.
Try not to eat me alive. I’m not a plumber but am a stickler for doing things the right way, hence why I’m here. I appreciate any help or advice you guys can provide!
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