Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments

corytheidiot t1_j6iuqms wrote

Reply to comment by bms42 in DIY advice for PEX change by Synicasm

Might I ask why you say no to sharkbite fittings?

2

bms42 t1_j6iytez wrote

Personally I think sharkbites are terrible, but technically it's doable.

1

someoldguyon_reddit t1_j6ixh7l wrote

PEX isn't rigid enough for the sharkbite to hold securely.

−6

corytheidiot t1_j6jqei3 wrote

But the fittings are sold specifically stating PEX compatibility. I personally use them for repairs.

2

FistyMcTavish t1_j6kcifj wrote

My plumber buddy said the same as the guy above they work for a patch in a pinch but he would never use them for a job

I did use them for a repair since buying the crimp tool to fix that section wasn't worth it and have had no issues

0

corytheidiot t1_j6kd643 wrote

I understand not using them professionally. It would get real expensive real fast.

1

FistyMcTavish t1_j6kdkrk wrote

Yeah but it wasn't the cost, he doesn't trust them to last as well as crimping them

1