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I had a problem in my back yard where a fence guy bumped an old hose pipe that was connected directly to my main water supply from the city. This pipe comes vertical from the main water line about 2 feet from the water meter/shut off valve. Since it broke off, there are no threads. I have also tried to no avail in getting this piece loose from the fitting on the main water line. I am also a bit scared to apply more pressure because I really don't want to bust the main waterline. So I cut the vertical pipe and bought a 3/4" galvanized compression coupler. I bought a small piece of threaded pipe so that I can cap the other end. I placed the bottom part of the coupler on the existing cut pipe and put the capped pipe on the other end. I tightened it down and there are no leaks. My question is, how reliable and durable are these couplers? Is this something that I am going to have to revisit yearly? Anyone work with these? Thanks in advance for the replies!