Install Refrigerator Plumbing
When install a water line to a fridge or ice maker, we are using correct materials to ensure the water flows well and everything is installed up correctly.
Fridge Water Lines supply material
- Plastic Tube Polyethylene
- Copper Tube
- Braided stainless steel tube
Plastic Tube Polyethylene
The water supply line usually a plastic tube In terms of materials, plastic lines are the most cost effective but also least durable. The biggest threat lies in these lines cracking, clogging or leaking, causing water damage. we don’t recommend them. plastic tubing
Most contain a saddle valve (which doesn’t meet plumbing code)
Please Beware of Plastic Tubing on Refrigerator Waterline
we don’t recommend them. Most contain a saddle valve (which doesn’t meet plumbing code and some contain plastic tubing (which can dry, split and leak over time). We recommend more permanent valves and Braided Stainless Steel tubing for better water flow and reduced risk of leaks, which can cause extensive damage.
Copper tubing
Copper is durable. The only problem I see with using copper is that it can kink easily. it is quite possible that the line could get caught and kink causing the water flow to be blocked or worse.
Braided Stainless Steel Tube
Braided tubing is a very strong and durable product that will not cut easily, kink easily, It looks the same as the braided water supply lines you use to toilet or a sink to your hot and cold water lines.,
We recommend more permanent valves and Braided Stainless Steel tubing for better water flow and reduced risk of leaks, which can cause extensive damage.
Knowing how to stop the flow of water coming into your home can help prevent extensive water damage if there’s ever a serious leak. Whenever you need a leak repaired or a plumbing fixture fixed, contact Us.
