Before these direct connections were available, plumbing installers had to add an additional adapter fitting in between the meter connection and the PEX fitting. Now, they can directly connect from the meter to the PEX pipe with only a single part. Here is a short, step-by-step guide for ...
PEX pipe will last an average of 25 to 40 years, though this lifespan can be extended if pipes are well-maintained. However, this lifespan can also be shortened if pipes are not well maintained or exposed to extreme conditions. How do I protect my PEX pipe outside?
If money was no object I would have a pro come in and do the heating re-pipe and at the same time abandon the DHW coil and install indirect DHW, but that's $$$...I can DIY an electric water heater no problem, and that would enable me to DIY the pex manifold, but I don't ...
With a slab base, moving kitchen plumbing is next to impossible. It is possible to reroute water lines through walls or ceilings if you use a PEX pipe that is flexible. Due to the drain’s pitch and need to be lower than the fixture, the slab must be cut and hammered to make it wo...