PEX piping (shorthand for cross-linked polyethylene) costs less than half the price of copper and installs much faster. And since it’s flexible, PEX makes remodeling jobs easier. PEX has a strong ...

A new PEX compression adapter made of PP-R and lead-free brass allows installers to easily transition between Aquatherm and PEX in potable water and radiant systems. The new lead-free adapter is ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Your home's plumbing system is an integral component of modern everyday life. Unfortunately, because much of it resides behind the wall's ...

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 ...

Water causes exceptional damage when it leaks from plumbing systems. In a residence, a water leak can lead to hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages; in high-rise residential or industrial ...