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The Dangers Of Sharkbite Flex-hose Quick Connect Fittings You have probably seen them on home do it yourself tv programs or at Home Depot, they are the silver 3/4” flex hoses in the first two pictures. These fittings may be a quick do it yourself short term solution but in the long run, they are a horrible solution. These sharkbite quick connect flex hoses are a major risk for water leaks as seen in the pictures above. I have encountered these hoses leaking many times while attending a flooded basement or water leak service call. The fact is these hoses leak over time and can cause major damage. The best solution for a long term “bulletproof” solution is to replace them with a properly soldered copper pipe and required fittings. This is an easy job for a skilled professional plumber. By doing so, you can avoid having a destructive leak or flood.