How to Make A Plumbing Loop Vent?

Do you have recurring unpleasant sewer gas leakages in your home? Its time you installed a plumbing loop vent to solve the problem once and for all. The plumbing loop vent ensures a complete fresh air circulation through your sinks and toilets giving you a perfect circulation in your home. Making a plumbing loop vent … Read more

IPS Vs NPT: What is The Difference?

When you get to the world of plumbing, you will encounter terms like IPS and NPT. IPS stands for Iron Pipe Straight thread where the threads seal on a washer which is common with threads that hoses and toilet faucets attach to. NPT stands for a National Tapered Thread and is also known as ANSI/ASME … Read more

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Pex A  Vs  Pex B Fittings : Everything You Need to Know

Over the years, PEX has been replacing cooper and other piping materials in residential plumbing and domestic piping. The main reason for this is the high durability of PEX, cheap installation costs and its flexibility. This means that every plumber or homeowner who likes handling their projects needs to know as much as they can … Read more

Can You Connect PEX Directly to Electric Water Heater?

Taking a quick hot shower after a long day at work can change your mood drastically. Having an electric water heater at home will give you this heavenly feeling instantly. You can actually install the electric water heater by yourself if you are handy and have all the tools required for the job. However the … Read more

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Where and Why is PEX Banned?

Over the years we have been used to getting our drinking water through galvanized metal pipes. However, PEX a new entrant in the market has drastically changed this phenomenon due to its flexibility and adaptability. It has actually become a hearty issue for most Americans. This notwithstanding, not all states have allowed this transformative plastic … Read more

How To Connect PEX To PVC Underground

connect pvc to pex

Many institutions and home owners now appreciate the role PEX plays in excellent and efficient plumbing connections. We love PEX because its durable, affordable, flexible and quite easy to install. Plumbers love it too because it can run for long distances with very few fittings.  Installing PEX underground is a great idea that can be … Read more

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How Do You Repair Leaks In PEX Tubing?

How to fix a Pex leak

Unlike many piping materials, pex is not prone to leaking. However, you will not miss one or two situations that need your attention. Almost all leaks in a pex connection will occur  at the connection spot (joints) which is mostly as a result of poor workmanship during installation. The process of repairing pex is as … Read more

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Which is Better for PEX Crimp or Cinch?

Which is Better for PEX

Are you planning to purchase a crimping tool of your own? Or are you a newbie trying to understand PEX plumbing? Whatever the case, you have come to the right place. I recently came across this review platform where both plumbers and DIY enthusiasts discussed their experiences with various fittings and PEX connection systems. Keep … Read more

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Best Silicone Adhesive For Vanity Top

“Oh, not again! The vanity top just popped up as I was doing the dishes!” This is not the situation you want to find yourself in considering the extra time and resources you need to fix your newly installed worktop. The vanity top makes you whom you are every morning. This is where you wash … Read more