A report that can be used as a reference guide for the installation of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipe has been issued by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). IRVING, TX - A report that ...

When it comes to modern plumbing, two types of pipe dominate the conversation: CPVC pipes (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) and PEX pipes (Cross-Linked Polyethylene). These materials have replaced ...

Crimp-on connection rings are the most economical way to make a large number of PEX connections, but the crimping tool can cost several hundred dollars. This crimping tool, which can cost several ...

When I decided to build my own house from the ground up, I knew some stages of construction would naturally be harder than others. What I didn’t anticipate was how much easier certain jobs were than ...

If you're faced with repiping your home because of a water leak, you'll be presented with two piping options: copper or PEX. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons for each type. The video above from ...

As the year comes to an end, plumbers are preparing for the longest, coldest two months of the year. January and February are widely considered in the plumbing industry to be the prime pipe-freezing ...

The ArkLaTex has already been hit with a blast of cold air. The first area wide hard freeze will be possible Wednesday night into Thursday morning. With the official start of winter still over a month ...

So many choices, so much at stake. That’s the dilemma homeowners face when it comes time to choose the right type of pipe for plumbing repairs or home improvement projects. The jury is still out when ...

LAWRENCE, Ind. (WISH) — Temperatures in central Indiana have been below-freezing since Friday, experts have recommended people cover outdoor pipes to prevent freezing. The owner of a heating, ...