Plastic plumbing materials have dominated the new construction market for years. Yet, the key differences between the leading plastics systems, PEX and CPVC, are too often not considered during ...

The Jan. 29 decision by the California Building Standards Commission to end a 25-year restriction and allow the use of chlorinated PVC pipe in the construction of homes, apartments, hotels and motels ...

The Village Board has banned the use of CPVC pipe, a type of plastic, in the construction of new homes. The action doesn’t affect houses that have been built or are currently under construction. Two ...

Corzan® HP pipe and fittings builds on the tradition and dependability of Lubrizol CPVC, is available up to 8” diameter, and boasts a 25 percent higher pressure rating than standard CPVC at 180°F ...

Learn how local water chemistry impacts pipe aging, with insights into signs of corrosion and degradation in copper, PEX, and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) pipes are part of many home construction and maintenance projects. One of the most common uses for these rigid, ...

A lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Miami says fire suppression sprinkler systems made with “incompatible” plastic and metal pipes are failing in condominiums across the country and an alleged ...

The I-Team is uncovering a safety warning for people living in condos and apartment buildings -- the fire sprinkler system may be defective and you could be in danger. A $1 billion lawsuit claims that ...