Quality CPVC contains a superior resin. CPVC pipe is produced by plastic piping manufacturers listed here. Check their websites for CPVC piping and fittings information and the nearest distributor.
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Copper plumbing can be damaged by aggressive, or corrosive water. Drinking water can contain varied dissolved chemicals and minerals that cause leaks in your plumbing. Ask questions about your water source and aggressive water treatment, and consider copper plumbing alternatives if the water proves corrosive.
There is a wealth of information on solder and how to solder copper pipe. Books and associations can supply loads of help with soldering copper tubing or piping. Here are some ideas.
High water pressure can cause noisy booms, or water hammer, in your water system when taps are turned off. Unless this water pressure is relieved, piping can sometimes burst or leaks develop. Water hammer arresters include installing a pressure reducing valve and/or water heater expansion tank, or, increasing the size of piping. Stop the noise ... and potential problems.
If installing a pressure reducing valve to reduce water hammer, there are several things to keep in mind. Pressure reducing valves can also go bad, and you need to watch that your inside house pressure is not reduced by the pressure reducing valves you add.
Liquid drain cleaners come in varied formulas, using either alkaline bases or acids to dissolve clogs. Drain cleaners can be harmful to you and your drains. Caution is necessary. Never mix chemicals or products - serious burns and eruptions can result!
Clogged drains can be minimized by using special plumbing techniques and and properly sized parts. Read and use these tips to avoid an unsavory chore.
CSST is fairly new. Corrugated stainless steel tubing is easier to bend, cut, and work with than other gas tubing. CSST tubing is positioned to be widely used in a matter of years.
CSST is unique and nifty, and still fairly new. Corrugated stainless steel tubing is versatile and will likely outpace the use of black iron pipe. Watch for CSST gas tubing to become less expensive and used more frequently.
Need to determine the most cost effective gas line installation? CSST might win over copper or black iron. Here is a comparison chart to help you decide.
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