[aljetmet]

Originally Posted by A-4 Skyhawk

The trick to opening those valves is to open the faucet or flush the john down stream of the valve while you try to open it. That takes the back pressure off the valve seat and they tend to move a little easier. It also doesn't hurt to have someone standing by the main water shut off valve in case all _______ breaks loose.

Wise man!

Let's see we'll have 4 sinks and a hot water heater.

I wonder how much TV would charge if I asked for a normal shutoff valve.
Let's see, a PCV adapter to go to metal. Some solvent and the valve and little extra labor. How about $20 per.

[jimbo2012]

They (plus all plumbing pipes) probably build up with internal deposits, especially if you don't have a basic whole house water filter.

But yes simple to change out by any DIY

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Originally Posted by jimbo2012

They (plus all plumbing pipes) probably build up with internal deposits, especially if you don't have a basic whole house water filter.

But yes simple to change out by any DIY

Which brings up a good question. Whole house water filter versus a water conditioning / softener system. Do you or anyone else have experience with the filter? Advantages - Disadvantages ??

[jimbo2012]

People here have said the softener is needed others say no, if you call in a guy selling them he can test your water, guaranteed if he does you need it.

And he'll hit U up for a zillion bucks, HD has them for about $600.

It's a very simple water test you can get in a pet store for aquariums or a pool supplier.

It is best to do your self, for an un-bias test.

I intend to get a whole house filter at HD or lowes under $200, cut one pipe, two fittings, glue, mount to wall done 20 minutes.

[dkrhardy]

We did a water softener, uses potassium, and a whole house filter for less than $800 installed. It is a Water Boss and it was installed by a very nice, private plumber.
Don