How can I sweat pipes - is it easy or difficult?

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How do I sweat pipes? Is it easy or more difficulty?

Cher @ Designs By Studio C · Answer

Hi, Kelly!

Sweating copper pipe is extremely easy! Here is a step-by-step tutorial I use: http://www.planitdiy.com/how-to/plumbing/how-to-sweat-copper-pipes-fittings/ It is important to remember to heat the joint so that it 'sucks' the solder into the joint and don't forget to use proper safety precautions! I hope this helps!

Linda Sikut · Answer

Hi Kelly,

Here's a tutorial that might help. Wishing you the best.

https://www.familyhandyman.com/plumbing/how-to-solder-copper-pipe/

Howi · Answer

Plumber, it's not a job for a layman.

William · Answer

Very easy. Been doing it for decades. I suggest you try on some scrap first just to get the hang of it.

Lifestyles Homes · Answer

If you’ve not soldered anything before, then water lines (under 40-60 psi pressure) are not a good beginners’ project.

There’s a lot more to this than it looks.

You can save yourself $10 and go buy the pieces, but honestly a plumber buys them at Jobber’s Prices by the case and they’re in his/her truck.

Kelly Murphy Boone · Answer

Thank you Cheryl. How about something called Shark Bites?

Kelly Murphy Boone · Answer

Thanks everyone!

Kelly Murphy Boone · Answer

Thanks everyone

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