Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This DIY plumbing guide shows you how to install a push-fit water line connection for your refrigerator water or icemaker using push-fit (aka (SharkBite) valves on PEX pipe.
This comprehensive guide makes connecting a waterline to your fridge or icemaker simple and stress-free. We'll walk you through everything, from understanding different water line connector kits (and why saddle puncture connectors are illegal) to using modern push-to-connect fittings like SharkBite for a secure, leak-free installation.
Discover all the tools required for this DIY plumbing project, including how to safely turn off the water supply and release pressure. You'll learn the purpose of a pipe stiffener and how to properly cut and prepare your PEX water pipe. Our step-by-step instructions cover connecting the water line extension to both your PEX pipe and your refrigerator.
We'll also show you exactly where and when to use plumber's tape, how to slowly turn your water supply back on, and the crucial steps for checking for any leaks. Plus, we've included essential troubleshooting tips if you encounter issues like "no water." Get ready to enjoy fresh, filtered water and ice from your newly connected fridge!
0:00 Intro
0:20 Different Types of Water Line Connector Kits
0:30 Saddle Puncture Connectors are Illegal
0:55 Push Fit, Push to Connect, SharkBite, Quick Connect Connections
1:09 Tools Required To Install a Water Line Connection Kit
2:48 How To Turn off the Water Supply
3:28 Open a Tap to Release Water Pressure
3:59 What is a Pipe Stiffener
4:21 Put a cloth down around the pipe
4:34 Cut the stub end off with a PEX line cutter
4:40 Mark The Water Line
4:45 Insert the PEX line stiffener
4:52 Hold the PEX Water Pipe and Push the Valve On
5:02 Close the valve
5:10 Where to use plumbers tape
5:43 Connect the water line extension to the PEX pipe
6:04 Connect the water line extension to the Fridge
6:20 Dry everything with a new towel
6:30 Turn the water supply back on
6:40 Check for leaks
6:50 Open the new push-fit floor valve, slowly and check for leaks
7:06 Check the fridge the next day
7:22 Troubleshooting No Water
8:02 Link to Hisense French Door Fridge Review
8:15 Outro
This DIY plumbing guide shows you how to install a push-fit water line connection for your refrigerator water or icemaker using push-fit (aka (SharkBite) valves on PEX pipe.
This comprehensive guide makes connecting a waterline to your fridge or icemaker simple and stress-free. We'll walk you through everything, from understanding different water line connector kits (and why saddle puncture connectors are illegal) to using modern push-to-connect fittings like SharkBite for a secure, leak-free installation.
Discover all the tools required for this DIY plumbing project, including how to safely turn off the water supply and release pressure. You'll learn the purpose of a pipe stiffener and how to properly cut and prepare your PEX water pipe. Our step-by-step instructions cover connecting the water line extension to both your PEX pipe and your refrigerator.
We'll also show you exactly where and when to use plumber's tape, how to slowly turn your water supply back on, and the crucial steps for checking for any leaks. Plus, we've included essential troubleshooting tips if you encounter issues like "no water." Get ready to enjoy fresh, filtered water and ice from your newly connected fridge!
0:00 Intro
0:20 Different Types of Water Line Connector Kits
0:30 Saddle Puncture Connectors are Illegal
0:55 Push Fit, Push to Connect, SharkBite, Quick Connect Connections
1:09 Tools Required To Install a Water Line Connection Kit
2:48 How To Turn off the Water Supply
3:28 Open a Tap to Release Water Pressure
3:59 What is a Pipe Stiffener
4:21 Put a cloth down around the pipe
4:34 Cut the stub end off with a PEX line cutter
4:40 Mark The Water Line
4:45 Insert the PEX line stiffener
4:52 Hold the PEX Water Pipe and Push the Valve On
5:02 Close the valve
5:10 Where to use plumbers tape
5:43 Connect the water line extension to the PEX pipe
6:04 Connect the water line extension to the Fridge
6:20 Dry everything with a new towel
6:30 Turn the water supply back on
6:40 Check for leaks
6:50 Open the new push-fit floor valve, slowly and check for leaks
7:06 Check the fridge the next day
7:22 Troubleshooting No Water
8:02 Link to Hisense French Door Fridge Review
8:15 Outro
