Step 4 · Measure and Cut Replacement Pipe

Using a tape measure, carefully measure the exact length of the gap you created between the two cut ends of the existing pipe. It's important to be precise. Now, measure and mark this exact length onto your new piece of copper pipe using the permanent marker. Use your tubing cutter to make a straight, clean cut on the new pipe section, just as you did with the old pipe.

Tools and Materials

FASTCAP 16 ft. Metric/Standard Flat Back Measure Tape FC.PMS.F16RIDGID 1/2 in. to 4 in. PTC-400 Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, Copper, Aluminum and Plastic Pipe and Tube Cutter 661381/2 in. x 2 ft. Copper Type L Pipe LH04002RYOBI Black Fine Point Permanent Workshop Marker RPM121