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 ...

Plumbing repairs or new water line installations are a snap with push-to-connect fittings. These innovative brass fittings can easily connect copper, CPVC, PEX and even polybutylene pipe and tubing.

The decision to recommend a repipe isn’t always an easy one. Some of the signs that a problem may be systemic can be subtle and vary for different plumbing materials. Determining whether a particular ...

Recently while performing some plumbing repairs, I realized that my abilities had become a little rusty (no pun intended). After a few mistakes and re-dos, I finally got the process right. I was ...

For securing PEX, CPVC, or copper piping in domestic hot- and cold-water systems and in hydronic heating applications when a job is in process or interrupted, the Speedfit test caps provide a ...

ORLANDO, FLA. — More than 51,000 builders, remodelers and other members of the home building industry were in the aisles of the National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show (IBS ...

It never hurts to be prepared, and while you never know what challenges might arise in a house, it's good to have the tools on hand to deal with any basic updates or repairs. Here are the tools you ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Quick Fitting, a manufacturer of quick connection technology for plumbing, electrical, industrial, municipal, and OEM applications, announces CopperHead® Slip Repair Couplings, ...

The switch from copper to plastic pipes surprised everyone, including the plumbers.