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i have two 2" sweat copper pipe connection that are leaking bad how can i fix it wihtout taking it apart

Submitted: 711 days and 1 hours ago.
Category: Home Improvement
Value: $15
Status: AWAITING CUSTOMER ACTION

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Unfortunately, if there is any water in that part of the line at all, the copper won't heat up enough to sweat it back together. The water will just boil. It most likely will have to come apart and be re-sanded to remove the old solder, re-fluxed and then re-sweat back together. You can try to open a different area to remove the water and allow it to evaporate while heating but either way it is going to need to be open so you can get a good seal on it. Either way you will have to solder somewhere.
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Thank You!
Charles

Expert: Charles
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Answered: 12/12/2007

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Been in the field over 20 Years and I am certified by the IICRC in Fire, Water damage restoration

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