Valves:Running A New Supply Line to Refrigerator

In most cases running a new supply line to your refrigerator is not that difficult.The first step in any plumbing project is to shut off the water it is also a good idea to turn on or open a valve above and below the area were you will be working on this allows any water in the pipe to drain out. As a rule the easiest place to tap into a cold water supply line for your refrigerator would be under your kitchen sink, remember the cold water should be on your right.

You may also want to check in the basement and the wall behind the old refrigerator a line may have already been run if you have a newer house. There are several ways to tap into the existing cold water line you can cut the old pipe off and solder a new fitting and shut off valve onto the old pipe, this would be the best solution. Or you can use a saddle valve a saddle valve only requires a screwdriver for installation, the saddle valve is placed over the existing supply line and tighten down, and the handle is turned which pierces the supply line.

Once you have connected to the cold water supply line you'll need to run the quarter inch copper or plastic tubing to your refrigerator in most cases you'll need to drill holes in the in the back of your cabinets to run the line. When you have to line connected to your new refrigerator you can turn the water back, and check for any leaks, pay close attention to your connections.