When it comes to plumbing ... fittings, which can save time and money during installation. Pex is also highly resistant to corrosion and scale buildup, which are common issues with copper pipes.

Plumbing fittings vary by size, purpose and material. You often must tie together pipes of different materials with transition fittings. The materials in common use today — copper, PVC and CPVC ...

The gas is piped in by using copper tubing that is haphazardly passed through joist spaces and is unsupported at the furnace and water heater. Can you tell us if this condition is safe or if it ...