November 13, 2025

During a severe winter storm in Minnesota, I witnessed how PEX pipes in a vacation home survived multiple freeze cycles while copper pipes in the same building split open. This dramatic demonstration revealed PEX’s remarkable freezing resistance and inspired me to document its unique properties for cold-climate applications. Yes, PEX can withstand freezing conditions significantly […]

During a recent historic home renovation, I watched as installers snaked PEX tubing through walls that would have required extensive demolition with rigid piping. The homeowners were amazed at how little disruption occurred to their original plaster walls and historic features. PEX’s flexibility stems from its cross-linked polyethylene structure, which allows bending around obstacles without

During a multi-unit residential retrofit, I observed dramatic differences in scale accumulation between traditional metal pipes and newly installed PEX systems. The metal pipes required aggressive descaling while the PEX systems maintained smooth interior surfaces even in hard water conditions, demonstrating does PEX prevent scale buildup in plumbing? The answer is a resounding yes—PEX’s material properties

After replacing corroded copper pipes in a 50-year-old home with PEX, the homeowners reported better water pressure and eliminated their recurring leaks. This successful project demonstrated how PEX can provide reliable, long-term solutions for entire plumbing systems when properly installed and certified. PEX pipes are completely safe for whole-house replumbing when they carry proper certifications

When I first installed PEX in my own home fifteen years ago, I wondered if it would truly deliver on its promised longevity. Today, that same system continues to perform flawlessly, demonstrating that with proper installation and conditions, PEX can provide decades of reliable service in residential applications. Properly installed PEX plumbing systems typically last