You run a gas line through an outside wall by installing the right pipe size, couplings, and fittings. You may also need a threaded rod with a galvanized hanger if you need to hang the … continue reading
If you have a gas pipe fitting that is too tight, here’s a way to loosen it. For the initial loss, apply penetrating oil on the nut. After a while, the oil absorbs. Now, using … continue reading
There are lots of ways you can insulate around a gas pipe. For instance, fiberglass insulation, spray polyurethane foam, tubular rubber insulation, or tubular polyethylene foam. Therefore, you can choose to work with a technique … continue reading
Crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) pipes are safe for drinking water because they contain low amounts of volatile organic compounds. Their production method ensures that they contain no leaking products and pose no health risks to the … continue reading
Are you in the process of installing your home sprinkler system? From putting in the pipes to sizing them up, there are many aspects to think about. For example, what size pipe should I use … continue reading
Pipe sleeves serve several purposes. For instance, they act as insulators, they can help to lengthen pipes and sleeve two pieces of unswedged lines together. They can also help during the installations which entail central … continue reading
If the compression fitting is removed properly, it can be reused; however, the ferrule will remain useless. Ring-type fittings can be used only once, but other types of compression fittings can be reused if they’re … continue reading
PVC pipe is a popular plumbing material, used in homes to provide water and other utilities. So do they become more fragile as they age? PVC pipes become brittle with age because their chemical composition … continue reading
When updating a pipe system, many contractors and homeowners look for ways to increase or decrease the pressure of the system. One way to do this is to change the pipe size. Water pressure and … continue reading
Irrigation can be a complicated process that requires a lot of tools, patience, and know-how. Trenching a sprinkler line is just one way of making it more efficient. Trenching a sprinkler line involves digging holes … continue reading
