Push fit works better than compression all the time. Also Shark Bite make a 10$ tool that doesn't require any finger space and is a super thin tool. Love these videos. I've learned a ton from this woman!

It wasn't mentioned in the video but if you use a push-fit, you need to make sure you push it in the correct depth or you will have a leak. The packaging should tell you how much it pushes in...typically 1"-1.15". Mark that on the copper pipe so that you know you have it seated at the correct depth.

One other big thing about the push fittings (SharkBite is a popular brand name). These fitting have to be installed properly or they will fail. This means you need to push the fittings on straight and you have to push them fulling onto the pipe. The first thing you need to do is use your hand and push on the pipe. If the pipe moves, then you might have a problem getting a push fitting on correctly. You need to make sure you can push against the pipe and it will stop moving with enough pipe out of the wall, so that you can then push the fitting on smoothly and completely. If you do not push the fitting on completely, there is a good chance it will fail. Once you've install a few of these push fittings you get the feel of whether it's slide on straight and complete, but if this your first time with this type of fitting you need to make sure it's on straight and on completely. If you don't have much pipe coming out of the wall and/or if your pipe moves in and out of the wall a lot, you might not want to use a push fitting. Also, don't be clamping down on copper pipe trying to hold it in place. Copper is a soft metal and you could either poke a hole in it or collapse it completely, then you'll have a much bigger plumbing issue. Push fittings are much better for cases where you can completely grab the pipe with one hand while pushing the fitting on with your other hand or places where you know the pipe is not going to move when you push against it. One last thing, if you get the removal tool make sure you get the correct one for the size pipe you are using, the tool has to match the pipe size so 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch, etc. It's OK if you have to remove the fitting and reset it but much like the compression fitting the woman showed in this video, there is a plastic piece inside the push fitting that acts just like the ferrule that she shows. If you mess up that plastic piece in the push fitting, they will no longer work correctly and you'll end up getting leaks. So be firm but gentle when pushing them on or pulling them off. Don't be pushing on and pulling off these types of fitting too many times, again you'll wear down the plastic inside and open then up to more risk of failure.

Tips for replacing a compression valve to push fit: When removing the ferrule with the tool, it helps to grease the end of the pipe to help the ferrule side off. After, you can use alcohol to clean off the remaining grease. Also important; if the compression valve was on too tight, the pipe could have been compressed to a smaller diameter. If that is the case, you will not get a good seal with the push fit. Be prepared to have to cut the end of the pipe to get a new fresh section of the pipe - this is not hard to do. Before you pull the ferrule, be sure you have a long enough section of pipe in case you will need to cut the pipe. If your starting with a short pipe; best to leave the ferrule, and just replace with another compression valve.

One note about the push fit is that, if you don't push exactly straight into the pipe, it can go half way and then stop, leading you to believe it's fully seated. The cure is to make a mark on the pipe 1" from the end, then be sure the push fit goes all the way to that mark. If it doesn't, pull it off and try again.

I've used both compression and push-on (sharkbite) shut off valves many times with great success. Some question whether the push-on connection valves will last the "test of time" beyond 10 or 20 years but that is yet to be determined. The compression valve you've shown has a gate or washer and seat configuration, so the washer is replaceable and the stem packing seal is also replaceable down the road. This valve also requires several turns of the handle to turn it all the way on or all the way off. Unfortunately, they sometimes get stuck because they are rarely activated. The push-on valve shown is a 1/4 turn ball valve so it requires just a 1/4 turn to activate on or off. The ball valve seat and stem packing are not replaceable so failure does mean valve replacement. The orange "C" shaped removal tool for the push-on is usually supplied with the new valve. Duct tape it to the back of the toilet or inside a vanity close by so you know where it is 10 years from now when you need it.

Completely brilliant video! It’s a knack to teach and convey the way you do without pandering. Thank you for such a well laid-out video.

Another difference between the compression fitting and the push fit is that the push fit can rotate freeway after installation, which is sometimes very helpful.

I LOVE THIS WOMAN! My family thinks I'm super cool now. This isn't the first time you've saved me time and money! It took me longer to find the wrench and flash light than it did to turn that packing nut and stop the leak! Thank you thank you thank you! You are great at this. So much knowledge and also great at making these fixes easy to understand and to complete.

Leah, your work never goes out of style, it's timeless. Here I am five years later and it's making my whole life better. Yesterday I installed a toilet for the first time in my life...using your video from 7 years ago...and that went perfectly (though I did add a trick from thrift who suggests making a frogtape outline of the toilet placement to keep the silicone from making a mess) But when I got done, the supply valve was leaking. Waa. But tonight I acquired the pieces and tools and will tackle this part tomorrow morning. Crazy, I wonder why I didn't think "shop" classes were for me. I love this jazz

Good video, very well organized for beginners. I feel it is important to mention that compression valves are also available in quarter turn styles. When you go to turn off a push fitting valve you also have to hold the valve body while closing the valve or the whole fitting will rotate and possibly kink the supply line.

Came for the knowledge, left very relaxed. I could listen to you spin a yarn all day long haha. Thanks for being you!

I absolutely love your videos. You're definitely a teacher, and you explain things so well!!!

Every time you say, "You can do this" at the end of your videos, my heart smiles! My Dad and Uncle used to say the same to me...😊

No matter how mundane the topic I always learn something from Leah.

Hi. Journeyman plumber here. A good thing to do with the push fit is to establish the depth of the push fit fitting and then mark the pipe accordingly. Then you will know that it's all the way in. I prefer the 1/4 turn fitting, which is a ball valve. The other valve has rubber washer to close the valve. In time , especially on a hot supply to sink etc that washer wears out and will not shut off.

i train alot of young employees at my job of 33 years aerospace ; i am impressed with your teaching style ; you remind the student ; not to be over whelmed and reinforce the you can do it ;while pointing out the possible difficulties ; and your a woman ;me being somewhat a chauvinist ;i am impressed ;good job to your teaching and though i do not wear hats i tip my hat to you style and ability

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Great video. You covered everything that I was wondering about and you did it in a very clear manner. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

Great video Leah! For my experience: I have had "push fit" valves leak on me. But then, I've had compression valves leak as well. Normally I can tighten the compression fitting enough to stop the leak. The only thing I can do with the "push fit" is ... replace the valve. My personal preference: 1. remove the stem from the sweat type valve. 2. Solder the valve on the copper stub. Your instruction on soldering is an excellent tutorial. 3. Apply 'pipe dope" to packing nut threads and put stem back in the valve. 4. Turn water on, check for leaks, tighten packing nut if needed. 5. Enjoy a piece of apple pie and a cup of coffee in celebration of another job well done! Thank you Leah!

Very informative and you give great explanations on how and why each works. Your an asset to the how to teachers out there. Thanks

I always look to see if you have a video on a home repair before doing any repair project. They are informative, complete, and help me make a list of steps to follow, parts and needed, and tools to have handy. Thank you!

So helpful!!!! I have (turned off) short water pipes sticking out of a wall in a room being remodeled and this video totally enlightened me and gave me more option ideas for functionality!!! Awesome!!

Leah, all of your videos are amazing! I never thought in a million years I could re-pipe-re-plumb my entire 2 bath, 2 bedroom 1000 sf home by myself. After battling cancer for over 16 years, at only 43 years old. (next week) My bones are brittle, I am in pain a lot, but I am a doer! Disability doesn't pay for trial and error, and it sure doesn't pay to re-plump a home that's older than I am. My home was built in 1965. I was born 08/27/1972. Although it takes me longer as my body doesn't always cooperate, I am so thankful for YOU! I have thought of starting my own Channel. One thing at a time, right? =D At this very moment I sat down to take a break and to say thank you!!!

I used the compression valve and it was leaking a little despite it being really tight. The push fit worked like a charm. No leaks . Thanks for the tutorial:)

This is the best instructional video that I found on youtube thank you for taking the time to explain in simple way how to install and remove the shutoff valve.

Leah, you're the best. You've really helped me with your videos. You make things simple to understand and you show us the tools and special tools we need and how to use them. Bravo! Thank you!

Thanks again, Leah. Second video of yours I've seen. You're a superior teacher with the sights to go with the words. Bravo!!

thank you for this video, I'm in process of installing a circulation pump for my hot water heater and needed to install a part at the furthest faucet and didn't know how to install the new shut off valve but thanks to you now I do!

You're the greatest! I'll be tackling a replacement of a toilet shut-off valve tomorrow. Thank you for the great video. You should be on one of the cable channels with your own series. :)

Thank you. I definitely will continue watching your channel. Your directions are clear and concise.

Just want to thank for saving the day with plumbing problems in Kansas. thank you!!!!

I use the push connect valve brass craft and thank god for your video. I have a leaking toilet water supply line and try to replace my old push connect brass craft. I thought I can easily just pull it out but can't believe how hard and difficult it's. I turn to youtube and found your video was very helpful. Thanks again for taking the time to post this video, your video has solved many people's toilet problems who want to learn how to repair their own toilet problems because it's expensive to have a plumber doing for you, thanks for a million.

Great video. Clear, concise, and good video quality.

Brilliant! I had no idea there was a difference. Even at twice the cost the push fit is the way to go. Great video.

2021 March 18.. During this Pandemic, your videos are a blessing.. Love your instructions so clear and loud.. Thanks from Miami, Florida..

Excellent command of the language and subject matter. It was a pleasure watching this video and no, I do not want those minutes of my life back. Thank you.

Plumbing videos you post have the best content and are the most informative on KZfaq. Thanks so much!

Hi Leah, I hope this message finds you doing well. I watched your video on the feral removal tool. I purchased one and I’ve used it about 10 times I wish I would’ve known about this years ago. The best tool I ever owned thank you so much for your videos you’re truly one of the KZfaq channels I love to watch. God bless you! 🙏

You're amazing, and your videos are the best! Wish me luck for my dishwasher install!

I already knew this information. I just really enjoy listening to Jane explain things.

You are the best teacher I have seen anywhere on the web. I appreciate you.

great info for the home owner. I always read comments for additional info. Great site, thanks

Great video; thank you for sharing. If all else fails, a good solder valve job will fix the problem.

You are the best...this is the second time you've saved me....had no idea to turn the nut 'righty loosey' to take off the compression shut off valve. I was trying to loosen it by turning it 'righty tighty'...and turning to infinity before watching you.....thanks again.

Thanks Lea, that was very informative. I thought you were just a Carpenter but appears you are a Jane of all trades.

All your videos are self explanatory & i love that about you jane :)

Wow sister! This is a great video! Very informative and educational! Best 5min spent on KZfaq👍

You’re so awesome Lea!! You make plumbing’s work less intimidating..👍👍

Jane love your videos. Learnt a lot from you. Thank you for help.

I like how you Splaine everything to keep it simple

Great video. I learned a lot about the differences and it really explained the difference. Thanks!

Best instruction video on a PUSH VALVE Installation I have found. Thank you , Thank you ! 😊

As always, excellent, clear video. Thanks.

Hugely helpful, thanks so much!

Great chef! simple and clear teaching!

Fantastic video! Exactly what I was looking to understand with my shut off valves.

Thank you Leah!! Love your spirit 😊

Thanks for this comparison. It was really helpful and easily explained to someone as clueless like me. Thank you.

Perfect explanation. Good tempo. Not boringly slow and not zippity too fast. Thank you!!!!

Well written, clearly explained - great clear, well-lit close-ups. Thanks for a very good video.

@seejanedrill this video helped us install a new vanity, valves, and supply lines. Thanks you so much, Leah!!!! We went with the push valve with quarter turn.

Thanks Leah for this informative information God Bless you my Dear.

Siempre aprendiendo algo nuevo contigo Always learning something new with you Gracias thanks “Lea”

Leah has a God given talent for explaining things!

I have seen many of the first type you showed, but have not seen any of the newer push pull type. Thanks for showing us how to install and remove them.

your video really helped show different setups thank you...

Dont forget to shut off your water main when replacing your valves. Great video

Thank you for these easy-to-use videos. So well done! With your instructions, I really can do it.

Great tutorial. I am subscribed and am thrilled when a new one posts. Thank you.

You have the best tutorials on youtube, thank you!

thanks, Great video! My husband and I think that your videos are clear, concise and thorough. Do a lot more of them. Here's to all the women with tools!

Thank you seejanedrill your videos are diy dream . You explain in a way that everyone can succeed. I thought I was in over my head, but you built my confidence that I ca n do this. Thank You seejanedrill.

I love push fits. Bought the tool to remove it and it's seriously upped my plumbing game, lol.

You are awesome. I am looking for your other DIY videos . Thank you

This lady plumber is awesome! Thank you for putting this video up.

I like the folks who share knowledge with others to make this world better THANK YOU .BY THE WAY THESE 1/2 ball valves inside moving part is plastic and did fail after 1 year so keep an eye on this, it was a small leak but it was there .

The SharkBite fittings that I had, the Chrome cap that goes over the line also serves as a removal tool. You just pop it off spin it around and remove it like you showed in the video.

I don’t like using push fit for anything that isn’t temporary. I’d also add that make sure you get a quarter turn ball valve angle stop. In the video the push for is a ball valve and the compression isn’t. If you have to turn the water off years later, you’ll hope there’s a ball valve there.

thanks for your videos. We appreciate your desire to help!

I watched this video just before fixing my shut off valve on my toilet not ten minutes ago. No leaks, very good video. 10/10.

Excellent video. Simple and direct. Thank you

I love to see your videos. In my opinion you’re the best.

Excellent vid. My valve body is right up against the wall and I can see what appears to be a threaded pipe it’s attached to. No room to even put channnel locks or vice grips on it to keep it from spinning while attempting to loosen valve body. This operation will definitely involve opening up the wall to expose the pipe T it’s screwed into. I managed to stop the leaking valve with the rope material.

Thank you for talking the time to post this video... I really appreciate it. Now I just need to figure out how l'm going to get these bear claws in this tight space to remove the valve... :-(

The shut off valve under my toilet needed to be replaced years ago. I don't shut it off, not even to change the flapper in the toilet. The last few times I did it leaked and I adjusted until it stopped. I'm not going to be so lucky one time too many. I tried to shut the water off and the whole valve tuned in and the water did not shut off. I purchased a brand called BrassCraft at Home Depot. I was tired after work and didn't realize it was not the brand I asked for but live too far to return it just to exchange it, probably was cheaper anyway. You gave me the confidence to finally tackle this job. I was always afraid because I don't have any shut off valves for the hot/cold water pipes coming into the bathroom. I'm going to see if you have a video of installing a shut off valve in a water pipe. We have a new home with all plastic type pipes. The plumber did use copper here and there. Must be for a good reason where needed. Well, thank you very much. I learned so many small points no one ever mentions.

You’re simply the Best! Thanks Lea

Great info...as always! Thanks!!!

Never knew about the push fit. Thanks!

I just bought 5 push on valves to replace the dead valves for out sinks and I didn't know how to use the new valves until I came across your video. thank you very much for showing how easy it is

Thanks for sharing! Was very helpful! Save me time and money! Thanks thanks thanks! Happy healthy and long life!!!

Thank You. This was explained clearly and received with understanding.

Wow, you are master of teaching. I just jointed your channel. Looking forward to seeing you more. Thank you for clean explanation and demonstration.

Nicely done Leah!

I used another brand other than SharkBite for an under-the-sink supply lline valve. I don't remember the brand name but it involved a snapdown lock-clip on top of the valve. It failed. I went back to the store and returned it and against my better judgement, went with Sharkbite rather than something more conventional. It worked great. As a rank amateur plumber, I can say that the hardest part about any plumbing work is taking off the old, corroded stuff.

A ferrule puller... cool! I had no idea these were a thing... 👍 gotta get one. Thanks!

Excellent video ..... keep them coming.

You do a very nice job explaining. Thanks

Great Explanations on how and why each works Thanks

Good explanation, Leah!