Plastic pipe demand continues to grow — in large part through infrastructure projects for drinking water and storm and sanitary sewer systems — despite stiff competition, challenges from environmental ...

Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) pipe and fittings are advanced plumbing solutions made from crosslinked polyethylene, a durable and flexible thermoplastic. They are predominantly used in residential ...

An example of a multiport tee with PEX-B pipe. These preformed pieces can reduce a large number of fittings if used in a well-laid-out plumbing system. This article first appeared in the May/June 2025 ...

The construction sector faces a unique set of challenges, with aspects such as high prices, supply risk, skills shortages and sustainability. We are currently awaiting detailed government policy to ...

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 ...

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 ...

IRVING, TX — The Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) has published a new technical document that provides recommended installation practices for PEX piping exposed to indoor artificial lighting. PPI TN-72 ...

The average cost to connect to a city sewer is $3,000, but prices can range anywhere from $250 to $55,000. With such a wide price range, knowing the specs of your property and project is key to ...

The DEWALT IMPACT CONNECT portfolio continues to expand with several new attachments that transform select DEWALT 20V MAX* and other 18V Impact Drivers into tools for the trades. Designed with a ...