Remove Old Galvanized Pipe and Gate Valve
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Pinhole Leak Flooded the Basement!
What happens here
Using a Milwaukee Sawzall, the old galvanized pipe, which contained the pinhole leak, is cut and removed. Next, the corroded gate valve, connected to the copper supply line, is carefully unscrewed. This requires using two Knipex Pliers Wrenches to hold the copper pipe steady while turning the valve, preventing stress or damage to the remaining plumbing.
Goal: Extract the damaged and outdated plumbing components.
Tools and materials
- Knipex Cobra Pliers — Gripping and turning pipe fittings in tight spaces
- Knipex Pliers Wrench — Gripping and turning pipe fittings without marring them
- Milwaukee Sawzall Milwaukee — Cutting the galvanized pipe
- Old Galvanized Pipe — The pipe being removed due to the leak
- Old Gate Valve — The old valve being removed
- Safety Gloves — Protecting hands during pipe removal and handling