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Temporarily capping water-supply pipes is often necessary during a kitchen or bathroom renovation.
These fittings are sometimes sold as “push-to-fit” connectors.
Push-to-connect fittings are now allowed by nearly all plumbing codes across the country.
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These fittings have largely eliminated the need for torch soldering and other more complicated methods of fitting pipes.
This minimizes the amount of water that spills out of the pipes when you cut into them.
Clean the Pipe Ends
Clean the end of each cut pipe with a rag.
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It must be smooth and free of old solder or other material.
If you cut the pipes with a hacksaw, file off any rough edges before cleaning.
Push the pipe cap onto the pipe until its edge reaches the depth mark.
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Tip
Push-to-connect hardware works for copper, CPVC, and PEX water pipe.
The stiffener is not required with copper or CPVC pipe.
Test the Capped Fittings
Turn the water back on and check the cap connections for leaks.
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Push-to-connect fittings can be temporary or permanent.
Always use the manufacturer’s tool to remove the fittings.
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