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Soft copper is the most popular choice for refrigerant lines in split-system air conditioners and heat pumps. If frequent disconnection will be required, gasketed pipe flanges or union fittings provide better reliability than threads. Some thin-walled pipes of ductile material, such as the smaller copper or flexible plastic water pipes found in homes for ice… Continue reading Preventing & Thawing Frozen Pipes

Compression fittings use a soft metal or thermoplastic ring (the compression ring or “ferrule”) which is squeezed onto the pipe and into the fitting by a compression nut. The soft metal conforms to the surface of the tubing and the fitting, and creates a seal. Compression connections do not typically have the long life that… Continue reading Why Business Models Fail

Do not necessarily pack it as fully or tightly as possible, as this can restrict airflow. As of 2016, a basic toolkit required to sweat solder all the copper glass pipes of a typical single family residence, including fuel and solder, can be purchased for approximately $200. By contrast, the minimum cost of a basic… Continue reading Shop Pipes & Bongs

A few other kinds of stores, like adult stores or gas stations, may also carry glass glass pipes. The City of Tampa offers a Customer Assistance Program to provide relief for qualifying account holders. This program will waive all base charges and include a free water conservation audit and complimentary water conserving devices. Water has… Continue reading Preventing & Thawing Frozen Pipes