Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How to fit an isolation valve into pipework using a quarter-turn compression isolation valve.
Isolation valves are normally easy to fit as the majority of them are compression or push fit, you can get valves that require soldering, but they are not as common and can be tricky to install without damaging the isolator.
Links to products on ebay- Isolation valves with flat face- fave.co/2x58Rra
Twin pack of isolation valves- fave.co/2x64BI5
Ten pack of isolation valves- fave.co/2KvtA0c
Isolation valves are useful, because you can service items without having to isolate the water to the whole property. Ideally when installing a compression isolation valve, if you tighten the nut finger tight, then give the nut ¾ of a turn using a spanner/wrench that should be sufficient.
How to fit an isolation valve into pipework using a quarter-turn compression isolation valve.
Isolation valves are normally easy to fit as the majority of them are compression or push fit, you can get valves that require soldering, but they are not as common and can be tricky to install without damaging the isolator.
Links to products on ebay- Isolation valves with flat face- fave.co/2x58Rra
Twin pack of isolation valves- fave.co/2x64BI5
Ten pack of isolation valves- fave.co/2KvtA0c
Isolation valves are useful, because you can service items without having to isolate the water to the whole property. Ideally when installing a compression isolation valve, if you tighten the nut finger tight, then give the nut ¾ of a turn using a spanner/wrench that should be sufficient.
