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PEX plumbing is transforming home renovations with its flexibility, cost savings, and ease of installation compared to copper or CPVC. Whether you’re building new or upgrading, understanding manifold ...

Q: I'm building a new home and have the option of using PEX piping for my hot and cold water in the house, as opposed to traditional copper. Do you have an opinion about both materials? Have you used ...

PEX plumbing has become a go-to choice for many homeowners thanks to its flexibility, affordability, and ease of installation ...

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 ...

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The new Alumicor® PEX-Al-PEX tubing offers all the benefits of cross-linked polyethylene tubing, as well as holding its shape when it is bent. Alumicor bends easily but then stays in place due to a ...

IRVING, TX — The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) has published a new technical document that provides recommended installation practices for PEX piping exposed to indoor artificial lighting. PPI TN-72 ...

Household plumbing systems use PEX for pipes to supply water and carry away sewage. The term PEX stands for "crosslinked polyethylene." PEX piping is manufactured by melting high-density polyethylene ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...