Q: I went to buy some plastic drain pipe, and after looking at all the types I was confused. So I decided to do some research. I have several projects for which I need a plastic pipe. I need to add a ...

Plastic pipe producers are in a good position to meet increasing demand as U.S. cities update drinking water and wastewater systems, but that's also bringing a new wave of criticism from environmental ...

Three plastic pipe trade groups are joining for an educational campaign that aims to address myths and misinformation about their products and highlight the benefits through a fact-based yet light ...

Dear James: I plan to add a new bathroom, and some old plumbing should also be replaced. I’m not comfortable using a torch and solder, so would plastic plumbing be good? Dear Laura: Sweating copper ...

If you’ve never heard of polybutylene piping, chances are you’ve never needed a major plumbing renovation in your house. Polybutylene is often called “poly,” “Poly B,” or “PB.” These days, it no ...

A landmark federal commitment to fund the elimination of a toxic national legacy—lead drinking water pipes—promises to improve the public health outlook for millions of people across the U.S. But it ...

Copper vs plastic pipes is a common conundrum when looking to fit new pipework in your home. Which should you use for everyday plumbing projects? Which should you use for central heating? Can you use ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

When wildfires swept through the hills near Santa Cruz, California, in 2020, they released toxic chemicals into the water supplies of at least two communities. One sample found benzene, a carcinogen, ...