W hen it comes to modern plumbing, two types of pipe dominate the conversation: CPVC pipes (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) ...

One example: Installing my PEX pipe plumbing system ... ProPEX expanding tools and metal cinching bands (aka crimp rings). Made by a handful of manufacturers, ProPEX expanding tools temporarily ...

Copper pipe corrosion is the leading cause of leaks and pinholes in copper water pipes. Copper is naturally resistant to rust ...

One day a copper pipe is leaking, and then, it stops. Sorry, it’s not a miracle, it’s science. And unfortunately, that ...

Copper plumbing is durable, but over time, specific factors can lead to internal corrosion and leaky pipes. Knowing what causes these water leaks can help you protect your plumbing and avoid ...

With bitter cold temperatures, plumbers across central Pennsylvania are working overtime to repair pipes that have burst.

PITTSBURGH — Plumbing companies are preparing for a spike in calls about frozen and burst pipes as cold weather sets in. Southside Plumbing & Heating is already responding to requests ...

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned pro, executing plumbing tasks necessitates the proper tools. Often, creating pipe connections might require slicing through copper pipes.

Open cupboards and vanities to allow warm air to reach pipes, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, Brycen Sperlich, owner of Prime Drain Cleaning and Plumbing in Tennessee, told USA TODAY ...

With that, a local plumbing company, Tom Drexler Plumbing, is offering tips to help homeowners keep their pipes from freezing and causing damage to their home. "The first thing I would do as a ...

DENVER — A powerful Arctic cold front will arrive in Colorado on Friday, keeping the state very cold until next Wednesday. The temperature could be below freezing for at least 91 consecutive ...

LONDON, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Doctor Copper has started 2025 with a spring in his step after a year when the early bull party was followed by a prolonged hangover. The London Metal Exchange three ...