Is it a bad idea to use sharkbite valves when replacing the tub and shower manifold? I keep getting conflicting reports from people and from online. One friend who does remodeling suggested that it’s perfectly fine to use them, while another has said it is better to sweat the pipes. I also see both opinions when researching online.
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Soldier vs SharkBite for Tub/Shower ShutOff Valve Behind the wall
Ill go with the soldier. He'll just stand in my shower and turn the hose on an off when i order him to.
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Sharkbites are legal by plumbing code. That being said they are the shittiest weakest connection you could make. So hey have fun! They slapping that shit in new left and right in high rises, commercial, houses you name shark bite it get paid go home……. Future plumbers will have lots of jobs.
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