Not all valves are the same ... For more information about PEX piping systems, visit the Plastics Pipe Institute at plasticpipe.org or the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association at ppfahome.org.

of pipe must be removed, you can make the repair by cutting the pipe and soldering (“sweating”) on an ordinary pipe coupling ...

be sure to locate your main water line shut-off valve. Understand how it works and have a wrench handy should you have to turn it off in a jiffy. Q: Tim, I went to buy some plastic drain pipe, and ...

Why it’s happening: “This problem is usually indicative of a failing or faulty shower cartridge located in the valve ... pipe repair, resealing the shower stall, repairing the drain, to ...