Having said this, I am not a huge fan of saddle valves, as many just seem to corrode and leak. However, I know lots of people who swear by them. I would rather install a new “angle” valve with ...

Understanding saddle valves The least dependable option is a saddle valve designed for 1/2-in. copper pipe. It has a tiny shutoff valve that uses a sharp pointed metal rod to pierce the outer wall ...