"The Henchman" wrote in message
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Had to do an emergency repair of an elbow last week that leads to my hot
kitchen sink anhot d dishwasher. Since I'm a new homeowner I didn't have
a propane torch or spare copper pipe parts or solder (never soldered pipe
before) so I invested in a $6 sharkbite elbow instead. snapped on easy,
no leaks, handles the pressure and the quick on and off that the faucet
and dishwasher demand.

The elbow is under the floor joist, for hot water, in an unfinished
basement. Easy to check up on and easy to re-repair. Curious to people's
opinions on whether this type of repair is considered permanent or not.

The last one I put on was three years ago at my cabin. Haven't made it up
there yet because of the snow, but so far so good. It was much easier than
cutting out the burst pipe under the frame of a wood cabin, then torch
welding a new piece in. I like them, although they may not be the best
choice in every situation.

Steve