4 Plumbing Tricks I Haven't Seen Before!!!

Matt walks you around a super great build with several smart plumbing tricks and several things he hasn't seen before!

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[Vargashomes]

It’s very refreshing and encouraging to see someone speaking positively about other peoples work. Great video thank you!

[anthonysenger]

Hey Matt, for those of us up North, not only do we like to have a soft water line available for washing cars, but also I've added in a mixing junction to that spigot so that I can add hot water in the Fall and Winter months. Now I can still clean my car with nice soft water but have it be warm and not freeze my hands off in the colder weather!

[ladyofthemasque]

For those not sure why there needs to be water in that semi-sunken bathtub, it is highly recommended to pre-fill the tub whenever applying (or reapplying) caulking so that it will not flex and break from the sheer weight of all that water. Same goes for shower paneling if it's set above a separate tub. The weight of the tub will pull down on the wall fractionally, but strongly enough to potentially disrupt seals, so you want to have it filled up to nearly the overflow drain height before you caulk the panels. (Also be careful of splashes; wipe up all the stray droplets that bounce up onto the walls & ledges after it's been filled, before you caulk!) (I learned this trick when I was fixing up my house for sale!)

[elslick]

Best things I ever did was giving a new home owner a offical SOP standard operating proceeded. Basically a booklet that has all the info on shut offs, etc. Also goes over general maintance. Had several clients contact me years later and tell me it saved them several times. Turnover is key to ensuring the product is maintained properly and increases longevity.

[darrenpalmer]

I really like those recessed tubs! They could have saved those two nineties and just rotated those two tees they used for the recirc. I like seeing folks do quality work and I hope this plumber feels the love. I'm a plumber myself and pride myself on my work. Let's not forget to mention how clean this job site is. Clean up every day y'all. It shows you care and it takes you to the next level of professional. This is a quality home, but it doesn't matter where you work... leave it better than you found it.

[camgreer]

I've been saying it for years, there's just no excuse for not putting in a few extra valves and cleanouts when the plumbing is getting installed. Very impressed with the framing, the floating vanity upstairs was great, and the handrail supports on the stairs are rock solid. And those recessed dryer vent outlets are another example of taking a little time and forethought to make a huge difference in the final product. These are all ideas that should trickle down to smaller and more reasonably priced homes, not just the million dollar mansions like this.

[josiahr]

It takes a lot of humility to be able to constantly look at others and learn from them. This is one of the main reasons I subscribed to you. Top notch videos and great attitude!

[allanlindsay]

That looks really great, some wonderful ideas. I installed a recessed water shut off behind the fridge, left a 8' loop of steel braided water line, then attached a screen door spring to the loop and the wall, so when you move the fridge the spring keeps the line off the floor and out from under the wheels.

[donaldshimkus]

Man, I love that stuff. So much thinking aheadfor the future homeowners. I did a lot of wiring new houses and had owners ask "why so much wire and stuff". I tell 'em you'll see. 10 yrs later I ask if I over did it and the answer is always no. I learned what people want because I always had to add these things to existing homes. So I decided to put it in right from the start. Always put the customer first and it pays in the end.

[carmenmariacortesmarin]

Love this guy. He is all about improving his "know how", sharing it. He is humble and has seen a video where he points out mistakes he made and how to do it right.

[brettbaker]

OMG, tidiest job site I have ever seen, and neatest plumbing job. well done to them. Gold star

[lawcorp]

I love how much you care. I really care and enjoy learning how to improve but I don't know anyone else who does. Thanks for being an inspiration

[michaelsparks]

Saw a lot of plumbing "tricks" that I have been using for many years. Real quality plumber there! It's hard to find those kinds of craftsmen these days. Licensed Plumber for 32 years. Quality Matters!

[revmo]

Hi Matt ! This plumber is truly aces. I'm a 35 year Master Plumber, 12 year plumbing teacher, and licensed Stationary Engineer, (High Pressure steam and boiler operator, also responsible for Legionella testing. I've also been a county plumbing inspector for the last 5 years. I must agree that this guy is a great plumber ! Love the way he supported the tub, love the railing brackets, and love that the exterior hose bibs will have great water pressure, as long as they have a point of use backflow, or the entire sprinkler line has a testable (annually), RPZ style dual check valve. The only thing I would have to fail him on, unless I'm wrong and he has 6 inches from floor to bottom of the 2" trap, is that in Allegheny County Pennsylvania, the county is much larger than just the city of Pittsburgh. Washing machine box drains need a tailpiece between 18" to 30". Also, the bottom of the trap has to be a minimum of 6 inches above floor level. It looks short. However, I really am not trying to criticize your plumber, because as you say, This guy is superbly neat and wouldn't hesitate to use him on a job. VERY smart guy. Also, let me know sir if Texas does not require 6 inches from floor to bottom of washing machine trap. Loved the video, keep up the great work !!

[EJ-zneo]

I must be the only one without a criticism. This has got to be the world's cleanest job site. I really admire the framing craftsmanship. Look at the clean lines and quality wood used throughout. Beautiful!

[dcculver]

Matt, you have one of the best comments sections I have ever read on YT. The comments are definitely excellent!!!
When you get tired of being a home builder, take all of these comments, put them in a book and become a best selling author!!!

[tigertran]

OMG, that house is HUGE!!! Beautiful home. I love how clean it looks even during construction.

[jasonwtheis]

The size of that place is just insane. Thanks for taking us for a tour of the plumbing; some nice details!

[sheneedsme]

I have been building these big houses for about 30 years and most have two or three laundry rooms and we have always put a drain in every one of them even through it isn’t code. For floating cabinets the rough framer just installs larger 2x8” in the wall to support them. We also also have multiple water heaters with pumps attached to the hot water lines so the customers don’t have to wait for their showers to get hot.
We are doing a ten thousand square foot house now with a built in pool so there is a little more plumbing involved than a typical house. Also dog washes are pretty much standard now as well as steam units.

[markhatch]

Def some cool ideas! However as a plumber, a few things I would change are: 1- The shut off valves for the washing machines should be in an accessible location so they can be shut off between uses. 2- The washing machine on the second floor minimally (ideally both locations) should have a pan underneath to reduce potential water flood damage. The pan(s) could have a drain or if not, use of an automatic washing machine valve could give peace of mind. 3- If the HW recirc line was to be dropped as it was, the taps should come off at the bottom with tee fittings so if/when drained, there would not be a trapped section of piping. Also it would use fewer fittings and take less time.