Jamesplumbing06
Well-Known Member
I think he would’ve been faster and safer just using shark bite. Heat might get fitting and solder hot. But when the solder melt on the inner pipe that hasn’t warmed up enough. It won’t stick. I think each opinion needs experience time. I have used shark bites for 16 years. Thousands are in place by my hands. Maybe 10 have failed by my poor workmanship being in a hurry. 2-3 have come with the stainless ring not in place. But the ratio is still heavy for them to have justification. Customers would rather pay less man hours then $2 in parts. And I warranty them. Just got insurance this year. Never had to worry. They are wonderful little parts. And I don’t ever have to send a green horn under a dried up house with a 1600 degree open flame. Win win win.