Piping information

[Terry]

Many plumbers are switching to PEX systems.
It's a product that's been used in Europe for thirty years.

Copper is still widely used also. The link below has a copper sizing chart that helps with standard issues. It's a good idea to read up a bit on it ifyou're considering doing your own plumbing.
Water pipe sizing

If a system is sized right, you will not even be thinking about except in good glowing terms.
A poorly sized system will rack your brains.

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[Terry]

For handy homeowners, make sure you are sizing your pipes right.
Remember, you biggest savings is the labor.

You shouldn't skimp on pipe and fittings.

Water pipe sizing