December 2, 2025

I once got a panicked call from a client whose basement was getting wet from a cracked PEX line. The immediate pressure to stop the water is intense, and knowing the right steps is crucial. The best way to permanently seal a cracked PEX line is to cut out the damaged section and install a […]

I once got a panicked call from a homeowner with water spraying from a pipe joint. The so-called “glued” PEX connection had failed completely, flooding a utility closet. To handle a PEX pipe glue break, you must immediately stop the water flow, identify the exact leak point, and replace the faulty section using proper PEX

As a project manager, I’ve seen many failed DIY connections that lead to leaks. Connecting different pipe materials is a common task, and doing it right is critical. You connect a copper water pipe to PEX using a specific transition fitting, either a sweat adapter or a push-to-connect fitting, after properly cutting, cleaning, and preparing

I once helped a homeowner whose DIY copper pipe repair failed, flooding their kitchen. That moment solidified why a reliable, simpler system like PEX is a game-changer for many projects. To do PEX plumbing, you plan your layout, gather the right tools, learn a reliable connection method, and pressure test the system. It involves measuring

I once saw a control panel fail because of a bad wire connection. That single, poorly made crimp caused hours of downtime and expensive troubleshooting. It taught me that the right tool and technique are not optional—they are essential. An electrical crimping tool is used to create permanent, secure connections between wires and terminals by