Quick connect fittings behind drywall

07-20-2009, 02:31 PM	#1
jgs1951 Newbie   Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 10	Quick connect fittings behind drywall I am considering putting some quick connect fittings (like Watts or Shark-Bite) behind my drywall. Does anyone know if these connectors are likely to leak? Thanks

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07-20-2009, 02:56 PM	#2
Termite Moderator     Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 6,520	Quick connect fittings behind drywall They're no more likely to leak than any other fitting. The SharkBite fittings have ICC approval for use in concealed locations and burial...Not sure about the Watts ones.

07-20-2009, 03:53 PM	#3
Brik Handyguy     Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: SE PA Posts: 803	Quick connect fittings behind drywall What he said ^^^^^ I really like the sharkbites except for the price. Me, I use them for convenience on small projects or if I have a situation where I cant dry out a fitting and get a good solder joint.

07-21-2009, 07:55 AM	#4
jgs1951 Newbie   Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 10	Quick connect fittings behind drywall Quote: Originally Posted by jgs1951 I am considering putting some quick connect fittings (like Watts or Shark-Bite) behind my drywall. Does anyone know if these connectors are likely to leak? Thanks Thanks guys, your replies were very helpful.