Sweating a pipe represents one of the most fundamental techniques in plumbing work, particularly when dealing with copper piping systems. This method involves joining two copper pipes or fittings ...

Q: I want to install a soft-water conditioner in my house. My garage is preplumbed with a copper loop and I'm pretty good with home repairs, but the thought of soldering my copper pipes has me scared.

The behind-the-wall framework of a home contains a vital plumbing system that keeps it running efficiently and safely. Within every residential plumbing system you have subsystems that include ...

In conjunction with the release of its latest soldering procedure, the Mechanical Contractors Association of America’s (MCAA’s) National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau (NCPWB) encourages contractors to ...