Recent content by Rwbil

Update 7/29/23 Well I went with Uponer and hope and preying it was just a bad patch of piping. But honestly, I am starting to wish I went with SharkBite. One of the reasons I went with Uponer was I was thinking everything would be in stock so I could just head to Ferguson or WinSupply and...

Another Update To my surprise, I found I have yet another option. I knew Home Depot Carried Chinese Made Apollo Pex-A, but last time I checked Lowes only carried Pex-B. But I was at Lowes so I checked and they now carry Shark Bite Pex-A and it looked like most of the fitting I would need. I...

Update - July 17, 2023 I wanted to provide you with an update on my progress. Unfortunately, I am still facing challenges in determining which piping to use for my project. While Sioux Chief seems like a promising option, I have discovered that none of the local suppliers near me carry their...

First Question is in regards to Angle Shutoff Valves with Pex-A piping. Over time, I have experienced the need to replace these valves as they tend to go bad. While I have been hesitant about using push-to-connect valves, I am particularly concerned about using Pex-A barb shutoff valve in case I...

While I don't have definitive information to share, I learned that Jones Stephens products are manufactured in Spain. I'm unsure whether this is advantageous or not. I am determined to use expansion fittings and prefer the convenience of being able to pick up necessary fittings locally, rather...

I wanted to provide a follow-up regarding my search for suitable PEX pipe and fittings. Unfortunately, the process has been rather disheartening thus far. After conducting some research, I had initially considered using Zurn PEX-B pipe and their F1960 Expansion Fitting. However, when I contacted...

While it is intriguing that PEX-B is compatible with the Uponer Expansion tool, I have some concerns about its flexibility when compared to PEX-A. One of the aspects I truly appreciated about PEX-A was its ability to run smoothly from the home run manifold to the shutoff valve without the need...

I am inquiring about the need to repipe a house. Initially, I was considering using Pex-A, which I have used in another home. However, I have recently come across lawsuits regarding Uponor Pex piping failures. This is disheartening since my previous research indicated that Uponor Pex-A was...

It is in a closet with the air handler. I know it looks messy. I started to use foam but that was a mess. I like to make it look better and I have another one I will be doing so want to know the best way to do it. The ceiling has sheetrock. I started to try and make individual holes, but...

Re-piping a house with Pex. Using a home run system and going through the ceiling in a closet into the attic. So I cut out a square in the drywall to run all the pipes into the attic. Also insulating the pipes and the insulation comes down into the Closet just a few inches. My question is...

This is the toilet flange. If not 1/2" pretty darn close to it. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Oatey-PVC-Flange/50315065

Not sure the best option for Toilet Flange Height. Remodeling Bathroom. Had to self-Level, so either I put the toilet Flange on top of the new self-leveled concrete slab or on top of the ceramic tile (finished floor). The problem is the flange is 1/2" thick and that is the same height from...

Remodeling a bathroom and trying to determine the best transition option between the bathroom and the family room. Deciding between a Marble Threshold or Schulter. The bathroom door opens into the bathroom. Below is a photo showing the Ceramic Tile I will be using, a 4" Marbel Threshold, and...

Whoever invented CPVC ball shutoff valves should be fired. Pretty much every time I need to shut one off it is stuck. Just tried to shut one off to the hot water and of course it would not turn and I ended up breaking off the ears, so had to shut the water to the house off. How does one...

When I am in tight areas and sometimes not in tight areas the pipes don't always just easy push together and I then I am not sure did it actual bottom properly or not. Just wanted to see if there was a trick of the trade to tell. I use the Yellow One Step glue and during pressure testing had...