Nov 30, 2007 · I need to make some copper to PEX connections in a tight space and can't fit that large tool to crimp the ends. So I am thinking of taking a piece of 3/4 PEX and placing it over the 1/2 PEX …

Aug 25, 2017 · "Black polyethylene" seems to commonly refer to HDPE pipe, which is pretty comparable to PEX. "Just" PE pipe is cheaper and less durable than HDPE - I'd advise against that underground. …

Nov 3, 2022 · Hot water carrying Uponor 3/4" Red PEX pipe - pinhole leaks in different section of the pipe, every 4-6 weeks. I spent lot of money already, after lot of frustration, I decided to repipe the …

Jul 22, 2010 · PEX is much more resistant to freeze-breakage than copper or rigid plastic pipe. PEX tubing does not transfer heat as readily as copper, and so conserves energy. Water flows more …

Jun 17, 2021 · The water pipe will switch from copper to PEX inside the house, and the two pipes (electrical, water) will exit the house slightly underground, and then go deeper (probably 2-3' deep).

Dec 4, 2008 · Is this PEX tubing water pipe installation proper practice? Murphysf Jul 21, 2025 Plumbing Forum, Professional & DIY Advice Replies 8 Views 1K Aug 4, 2025

Feb 13, 2023 · I live in Portugal and moved into this house a few weeks ago where the plumbing was renovated by the previous owner using PEX pipe. The plumbing is all outside of the walls, including …

Jul 31, 2008 · I am doing some repeirs on a mobile home and the plumbing is the gray colored flexible type. I have been trying to learn more about this stuff. It is my understanding that the gray color …

Dec 1, 2021 · 2. Can anyone recommend an insulated-pipe support/hanger? I'm assuming that for a 1/2'' PEX line, I would need a pipe restraint with an inner diameter that's 1-1/2''. (1/2'' for the pipe plus two …

Jul 28, 2014 · Kitchen sink is 63.56ft from the manifold, using a 3/8" pipe. According to the PEX manual (the above images) that is a 24.44PSI loss. If I have 70PSI at the manifold, then I will not have …