How to replace an angle stop (shut-off valve)

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An angle stop is the shut-off valve found under every kitchen and bath sink, toilet, etc. Many commonly installed models are of mediocre quality and do not function well over a long period of time. Replacement to a high quality model ensures that the water to the installation can be completely shut off when required.

In this video, Greg Chick, demonstrates how to remove and replace a single port angle stop with a dual port model, in preparation for the installation of an under-sink filter system. The dual port model allows the sink faucet and water supply to the filter (and associated spigot) to be shut off separately, thereby allowing the servicing of one without disabling the other.

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Howto & Style

Tags:

• angle
• stop
• sink
• water
• plumbing

[RealPlumberz]

if the nut comes off easy, change it.. otherwise always use the same nut as long as the threads are the same, no sense in wrecking the pipe.

[ramonasplumber]

@RealPlumberz If you use a Ferrell retriever you wont hurt the pipe and you will be following the rules....those brass rings are not meant to be reused. Leaks have occurred from re use. I teach the professional methods.

[juicysquidlad]

Thanks Greg..Can you reuse the same furrow and nut?

[ramonasplumber]

@juicysquidlad No dont re use the ring it is spent , you could have a leak.

[RealPlumberz]

i have been doing this for over 20 years, and if the thread type is the same on the stop, (IP or compression thread) ALWAYS reuse the ferrell, the ferrell removel tool, will cone the pipe, then you must overtighted the new stop to make up for pipe loss.. Good luck

[juicysquidlad]

@ramonasplumber NICE. I got it!! Thanks buddy, this is a GREAT video!!!

[timbits2]

Thanks for the time and effort Greg - it was very helpful

Rick in Ottawa Canada