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nyan_cat_rises (TX)
hello all,
I'm thinking of adding a spigot near the backside of my house. The quickest route would be to run about 30ft of 1/2in galvanized from the spigot near the front of the house. I would just have to tee before the front spigot and make a straight run to the back. I was wondering if this would be against anyone's recommendation?
I live in Houston, TX.
thanks
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packy (MA)
hey, it is easily replaced if it ever has a problem.
attaching it to the house is always a little difficult.
i would use galvanized hangers like this...
secured to the house with these..
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nyan_cat_rises (TX)
Thanks, Packy.
I was going to use the semi circular pipe straps with tapcons into the brick. What are those thingies you linked to called?
edit: nvm I googled and they're called "split ring pipe hangers"
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packy (MA)
i suggested those hangers because it is tough to work with threaded pipe when it is flat against a surface.
with these hangers you can mount the pipe and leaving the screws loose you can tighten the pipe and then secure the screws.
paint everything brick color or whatever color the brick are painted. people will drive by and say "WOW, a pro must have done that".
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HATPLUMB (CA)
Can you not bury the pipe? I hate seeing pipe exposed on the exterior of a home. It always looks like an afterthought
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hj (AZ)
quote: It always looks like an afterthought
According to Packy, anyone who sees it will say, "Wow, a professional must have done that".
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KCRoto (MO)
Or.. That waterline was an afterthought, but at least they had it done professionally.
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nyan_cat_rises (TX)
LOL well afterthought or not I installed it this afternoon. It's not very noticeable because it's hidden from view by the A/C unit. It then runs straight behind a fence.
Decided to add a ball valve right after the tee in case I need to cut that entire run off and drain it in the winter. Doubt it will be necessary but that's what I'm most worried about.
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