- How do you remove a stubborn pipe?
- Which way do you loosen plumbing pipes?
- How do you unscrew a pipe union?
- Can you heat galvanized pipe to loosen?
- How do you open a tight pipe?
- How do you remove a PVC pipe fitting?
- How do you get old pipes out of the wall?
- Which way do you turn a union to loosen?
- Can I use pliers instead of a wrench?
How do you remove a stubborn pipe?
Apply a penetrating lubricant such as Liquid Wrench or WD-40 to the fixture or nut and allow it to soak in for at least two hours. Apply more penetrating lubricant and allow it to soak in for another two hours. Turn the fixture or nut to loosen it.
Which way do you loosen plumbing pipes?
Lefty Loosey, Righty Tighty.
Turning to the left loosens the plumbing fitting; turning to the right tightens it. Remembering this simple rhyme can prevent a bad seal and stripped fittings. It's also handy in a pinch if you need to shut off the water supply quickly.
How do you unscrew a pipe union?
Open the jaws of a pipe wrench, and insert the union's central radial nut. Tighten the pipe wrench around the nut. Turn the wrench's handle counter-clockwise to loosen the nut from the thread on the end of the male section.
Can you heat galvanized pipe to loosen?
Heat. You can apply heat to a galvanized pipe using a torch. Apply the torch to the joint of the pipe in order to loosen it. While heating the pipe, you can use a pipe wrench to twist it loose.
How do you open a tight pipe?
Apply heat from a heat gun to the joint for 20 to 30 seconds, then allow it to cool and try the wrench again to break loose stubborn pipes. Continue turning the pipe counterclockwise, shifting the wrench as needed.
How do you remove a PVC pipe fitting?
Heat can be used to soften and weaken the PVC. Direct heat onto the joint you are trying to break. Then, as the PVC heats, start pulling the connection apart. If you use heat to separate a pipe from a fitting, both the pipe and fitting should not be reused in pressure applications.
How do you get old pipes out of the wall?
Cut the PVC pipe at any point inside the wall that allows you to remove the stub-out, using a hacksaw. You may have to make two cuts to separate the tee holding the stub-out from the waste and vent pipes. Remove any clamps holding the stub-out with a screwdriver or hammer, and pull out the stub-out.
Which way do you turn a union to loosen?
The union's central radial nut can be inserted through the jaws of a pipe wrench. The pipe wrench should be tightened around the nut. The nut on the end of the male section is loosened by turning the wrench's handle clockwise.
Can I use pliers instead of a wrench?
Plumbers will often use tongue-and-groove pliers for just about everything. But a good rule of thumb is that for any fitting with a nut on it or a hex head, use a wrench. If you're going to use pliers on a hex-shaped fitting, bolt, or nut, at least use a pair that has a V-notch in the jaws to accommodate the hex shape.