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PLUMBING BASICS · 7 STEPS
Cutting copper and plastic pipe
Learn to cut copper and plastic pipe cleanly and squarely using a pipe cutter or hacksaw.
PLUMBING BASICS · 7 STEPS
Making compression and push-fit joints
Learn to join copper or plastic pipe using compression and push-fit fittings, and test that the joint is watertight.
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