Not all valves are the same. For PEX piping systems, whether plumbing or hydronic heating and cooling, the type of valve you specify and install can actually impact system quality and performance.

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 ...

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So you’ve got your first (or maybe it’s your 500 th) job installing a PEX plumbing or hydronic piping system, and you’re seeing an influx of new products hitting your distributor’s shelves to ...

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 ...

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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 ...