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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 ...

Q: We’re getting ready to take on our home’s plumbing. Should we stick with copper or go a different route? A: When you think of your in-home plumbing, rusty copper pipes in dark crawl spaces usually ...

IRVING, TX — A new technical document that addresses the critical differences between crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing systems with polybutylene (PB) systems has been published by the Plastics ...

Learn about PEX pipe and fittings and their uses in your home in this first part of the Plumbing for Homeowners series.

Q: I need to install some new water-supply lines in my home. I currently have copper. I’m intrigued by the plastic PEX material, but it seems too good to be true. Using PEX, I would only have a joint ...

ACCUCRIMP PPSU PEX FITTINGS feature integrally molded positioning tabs that serve as a stop and perfectly locate the crimp ring over the sealing barbs, helping eliminate potential leaks. They are not ...

When I consider plumbing options, I focus on cost-effectiveness and lifespan. Pex-Al-Pex Compression Fittings often promise value, but pure metal pipes have a long-standing reputation for durability.

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 ...