Feb 3, 2024 · At this point in the plumbing schematic, you have a choice of copper or pex throughout the home. My preference is copper. Dilution is the solution to all chemical concerns, over time it will …

Jan 19, 2021 · PEX should last similarly, or even longer than, copper pipe if you install it with compression connectors. I don't trust push-on connectors that have o-ring seals over the long term. …

Feb 17, 2010 · Copper pipe generally contains around 70% recycled material and has almost a 100% recycling rate. Toxic Smoke PEX produces toxic smoke when burned in building fires. Testing and …

Dec 13, 2010 · Builders have climbed on the PEX bandwagon in droves. Cross-linked polyethylene tubing is increasingly taking the place of copper in residential plumbing systems for a variety of …

Dec 10, 2006 · Existing home is all run in copper. Installing new master bath. How much more economical would it be to use pex instead of copper for the rough ins? Are there different grades of …

Nov 1, 2014 · I read that PEX and copper are not the best. Then if PVC is used to bring city water to my home, does that contribute to any chemical leakage? Should I make my plumbing out of natural …

Sep 3, 2020 · One drawback to crimping, whether it be pex or copper, is that it's tough to install in tight spaces. And as you mention, once you have an o ring or press ring, your depending on the quality …

Jun 17, 2017 · What is the latest thinking on CPVC .vs PEX piping? I read one article that says pex is the best and the next article says CPVC is the best. I live in Florida with harsh water that puts pinhole …

Nov 29, 2014 · I will be remodeling my home which involves relocation of kitchen and baths. I will be running 1" copper to the main manifold, and then I will split off into PEX tubing. I'm getting nearly …

May 26, 2016 · I am obsessing over which pex to use for a whole house manifold installation. The choices are pex-a (uponor) vs pex b (viega). Uponor seems easier to work with, less kinking, better …