Abstract: A plumbing float valve is provided that includes: (i) a flexible stopper; (ii) a float portion; (iii) a gate; (iv) a gate mounting assembly; and (v) a hinge. The flexible stopper is configured to seal a pipe. The float portion is configured to float on water. The gate is configured to couple the rubber stopper on one side and the float portion on another side. The gate mounting assembly includes: (i) a pivot; (ii) a movable arm; and (iii) one or more latches. The movable arm is configured to rotate about the pivot, and the one or more latches are configured to prevent movement of the movable arm about the pivot. The hinge of the plumbing float valve couples the gate to the gate mounting assembly.

Abstract: A plumbing float valve is provided that includes: (i) a flexible stopper; (ii) a float portion; (iii) a gate; (iv) a gate mounting assembly; and (v) a hinge. The flexible stopper is configured to seal a pipe. The float portion is configured to float on water. The gate is configured to couple the rubber stopper on one side and the float portion on another side. The gate mounting assembly includes: (i) a pivot; (ii) a movable arm; and (iii) one or more latches. The movable arm is configured to rotate about the pivot, and the one or more latches are configured to prevent movement of the movable arm about the pivot. The hinge of the plumbing float valve couples the gate to the gate mounting assembly.