Rossn
Member
I am part-way through my re-plumb... got in the 1-1/4 main distribution branch, and cold to some fixtures (shower, tub, lav) connected.
The work completed thus far is 98% copper press (Viega fittings) and the rest PEX-A.
What practical level of testing are you usually comfortable with? Testing with air OK on this type of plumbing?
The inspector doesn't seem to care, knowing it is a remodel and I would see any leaks.
I've run an air test for 1 hr at 60 psi (same as our static pressure), and leaked down 3 psi. I went and closed all the stops and am re-running the test. I have about 9 ball valves for shutting off areas of the house, external hose bibs, etc. There is one Moen Flo, and one new stop valve.
My family has been without water for a few days, and so I need to turn it on this afternoon, but want to be 'comfortable enough'. I will have access to the plumbing for many months, so if any small leak is discovered, it is not a huge deal.
Side note - I don't have a lot of experience with compression fittings. I turned about 220 degrees through a turn, and it was quite tight.... I don't hear any air leaking. Any chance I need to tighten it more?
The work completed thus far is 98% copper press (Viega fittings) and the rest PEX-A.
What practical level of testing are you usually comfortable with? Testing with air OK on this type of plumbing?
The inspector doesn't seem to care, knowing it is a remodel and I would see any leaks.
I've run an air test for 1 hr at 60 psi (same as our static pressure), and leaked down 3 psi. I went and closed all the stops and am re-running the test. I have about 9 ball valves for shutting off areas of the house, external hose bibs, etc. There is one Moen Flo, and one new stop valve.
My family has been without water for a few days, and so I need to turn it on this afternoon, but want to be 'comfortable enough'. I will have access to the plumbing for many months, so if any small leak is discovered, it is not a huge deal.
Side note - I don't have a lot of experience with compression fittings. I turned about 220 degrees through a turn, and it was quite tight.... I don't hear any air leaking. Any chance I need to tighten it more?