Thread sealant can prevent the female nut from tightening all the way causing the washer not to seal. Q. "I'm used to using copper connectors on my water heater. Are the 3/4" Fips Stainless connectors as good?" A. Most water heaters are steel. Stainless steel is a far better metal ...
it’s easy to overlook the complexity of the pipes, drains, valves and appliances that work together to provide clean water and remove waste. However, when something goes wrong, it can quickly become a major inconvenience