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mskaj Asked:

Pecs plumbing

Can you cut and glue pecs plumbing like you do pvc. If so do you use the same cutting tools and the same glue

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William Answered:

NO, NO, NO. YOU MUST have the correct fittings. If you do not use the correct fittings it will blow abart.

Posted 3 years ago

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Rick Answered:

i repeat. NO NO NO!!! First of all it's called PEX piping. They do make a push connect fitting that can be used with PEX piping, but if it is incorrectly installed it can blow apart (big mess!!!). Generally speaking, working with PEX requires special tools and specific fittings and, umm, knowledge and experiance. Also PEX comes in White, Red, and Blue. If the pipe is Grey, it is PB (polybutelene) which does not use the same materials as PEX. Be careful and good luck

Posted 3 years ago

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Dave S Answered:

Agreed, special fittings and tools. Having it done right is cheaper than water damage.

Posted 3 years ago

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bob Holman Answered:

It' not pecs it's Pex and no the application is differnt call a plumber

Posted 3 years ago

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charlie2911 Answered:

PEX is a whole plumbing system that comes with it's own PEX pipe and fittings. Pex is in 1/2, 3/4 and 1 inch at least. The pipe is cut with a secatur and crimped on. Now Swingline crimpers are available, much cheaper than PEX crimpers, and use a slightly different but compatible ring.

Posted 2 years ago
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harrill7 Answered:

In many areas this work falls under a licensing board. Adding to or modifying the water distribution system may be one work not allowed by unlicesened professionals in your municipality. The possibility of a water leak or violating a code would be more of an issue that making this a DIY project-and the liability is on you with a leak. The chance of a leak on a 1/2" water line with 55 pounds of pressure behind it should be enough to convince you to use a professional, seeing as how in a matter seconds; carpet, hardwood floor, sheetrock, painting, and mold issues will come with that leak. I hope you at least consider this advice.