New svc line black PE

Gfe76 · Sep 13, 2007

Live in Atlanta,GA. Will install new 1" service line with black PE 200 psi about 100 feet from street going into basment. Will bury about 16". Can I bring the PE into the basement and connect to my copper line or do I have to connect to copper from basement a few feet outside basement? What type fittings on black PE? stainless compression? metal bands (2 opposing)? what is torque on metal bands? thanks
Also do I need to put black PE in a PVC sleeve, or can I just bury it as is? I will make sure to remove rocks before burying.

GrumpyPlumber · Sep 13, 2007

Here we make the connection inside the house.
You need to check local plumbing code as far as what's acceptable for a mechanical connection.
What seems odd here is that whenever I deal with a local water dept, they ask if I'm licensed...have you looked into this?
The reason I ask is that most plumbers will charge more than the initial price for work done prior to their arrival, be sure not to paint yourself into a corner.

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Wet_Boots · Sep 13, 2007

A waterworks compression fitting is your best bet. They will have a stainless insert for the poly tubing. Sleeve the line going through the foundation wall.

Gfe76 · Sep 17, 2007

thanks for all the help. what is a waterworks compression fitting? thanks

Wet_Boots · Sep 17, 2007

http://www.fordmeterbox.com/catpdfs/JJPEG.pdf

Gary Slusser · Sep 17, 2007

Or use the normal SS or brass insert x male or female fittings for PE and two opposed SS hose clamps. This assumes you are allowed to run the service line from the street.

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