[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

Do we have copper pipes in these homes? I thought all were PVC pipes even in the slabs. I may be wrong. Our home was built in 2007.

I’m guessing he is talking about……….
Location: Highland Lakes, Leesburg, Florida

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

There are no valves inside the wall. Showers and tubs do not have shutoff valves.

That makes more sense. Thanks.

[maggie1]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

We had a plumber out recently to reinstall sink pipes after replacing countertops.

He pushed us to replace the plastic fittings ad house is 14 years old. Wanted $ 100 each for about 10. Went on and on about how flimsy they are and an accident waiting to happen.

Should we replace them?

I'd say that you should replace them even if they aren't leaking at present. However, you can fix the problem yourself by installing a Shark Bite valve and a braided metal water line for each outlet. I replaced all the valves in our house and it probably cost me less than $100 and that was for materials.

[TheWarriors]

Originally Posted by BrianL99

In case you haven't noticed, no one has ever accused The Village's Developer of being a quality builder. They throw up junk, as fast and as cheaply as they can.

For most builders, "Building Code" is a bare minimum level of professionalism. For TV builds, "Code" is moving target.

You’re home must have really been poorly built. Having built four other homes prior to TV, I can say my home was built very well.

[midiwiz]

Originally Posted by MrLonzo

(see photo)
I've never seen plumbing fittings like this before (bathroom and kitchen sinks). Are they shutoff valves? If so, how do they work? Or better yet, what is the name of this fitting (so I can Google it)?

A more general question: is there such a thing as a homeowner 'user manual' that would answer questions like this?

yep and replace them with standard 1/4 turn you'll be better off going forward

[BobnBev]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

$1,000 would be about $150 for parts, $150 for profit on the parts, and $700 for labor. Even at $100/hour it doesn't seem like the job would take seven hours.

Probably not a bad idea to replace them (I have not but I'm thinking about it) but definitely worth getting additional quotes.

I'd replace the plumber, he's ripping you off.

[Rodneysblue]

Originally Posted by MrLonzo

(see photo)
I've never seen plumbing fittings like this before (bathroom and kitchen sinks). Are they shutoff valves? If so, how do they work? Or better yet, what is the name of this fitting (so I can Google it)?

A more general question: is there such a thing as a homeowner 'user manual' that would answer questions like this?

Yes, push/pull.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Rodneysblue

Yes, push/pull.

Obviously didn't read beyond the first post.........................

[galluccb]

Push pull

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I've never seen plumbing fittings like this before (bathroom and kitchen sinks). Are they shutoff valves? If so, how do they work? Or better yet, what is the name of this fitting (so I can Google it)?

A more general question: is there such a thing as a homeowner 'user manual' that would answer questions like this?[/QUOTE]

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by BobnBev

I'd replace the plumber, he's ripping you off.

I didn't trust the quote and thought he was rather pushy.

[EHS210]

Originally Posted by galluccb

Push pull

UOTE=MrLonzo;2265300](see photo)
I've never seen plumbing fittings like this before (bathroom and kitchen sinks). Are they shutoff valves? If so, how do they work? Or better yet, what is the name of this fitting (so I can Google it)?

A more general question: is there such a thing as a homeowner 'user manual' that would answer questions like this?

[/QUOTE]

They are Accor FlowTite fittings. Two styles. One with a crimped on (non removable supply line), the other with 1/2" nom. x 3/8" O.D. Comp. Cap

FlowTite(R) 4ALL Angle Stop Valve 1/2" nom x 3/8" | ACCOR Technology

[EHS210]

They are Accor FlowTite valves

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by MrLonzo

(see photo)
I've never seen plumbing fittings like this before (bathroom and kitchen sinks). Are they shutoff valves? If so, how do they work? Or better yet, what is the name of this fitting (so I can Google it)?

A more general question: is there such a thing as a homeowner 'user manual' that would answer questions like this?

Just had all of mine replaced today by Mike Scott Plumbing. Found one of the push/pull valves leaking; replaced it with 1/4 turn valves.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

We had a plumber out recently to reinstall sink pipes after replacing countertops.

He pushed us to replace the plastic fittings ad house is 14 years old. Wanted $ 100 each for about 10. Went on and on about how flimsy they are and an accident waiting to happen.

Should we replace them?

Actually, your house probably has at least 12 of the push-pull valves. I have not had an issue, so I do not plan to replace them. But, I am sure you can find someone who will do it for a lot less than that.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Actually, your house probably has at least 12 of the push-pull valves. I have not had an issue, so I do not plan to replace them. But, I am sure you can find someone who will do it for a lot less than that.

$69.99 per valve from Mike Scott
Plumbing.