Nothing derails a Saturday plumbing job faster than a stubborn valve. Brass ball valves keep the rhythm relaxed: their soft-but-tough body accepts standard pipe tape without fuss, so homeowners spend less time hunting for specialty sealants and more time admiring a leak-free result. The quarter-turn handle gives instant, positive shut-off, meaning you can isolate a line quickly while the coffee maker is still warm. Brass also forgives minor alignment errors; its threads seat smoothly, stripping risk is low, and future disassembly is drama-free. Whether you are adding an outdoor spigot or re-routing a laundry line, the valve’s smooth bore keeps pressure steady and flow quiet long after the tools are back in the box. By Sunday night you will have moved from project list to bragging rights—without ever calling in help.