As a mechanical contractor, I sweat a lot of copper pipe, yet people don't believe me when I say the preparation is more important than the torch work. Even the experienced tend to rush the job — ...

Soldering copper pipes is a more advanced DIY skill, but a great one to have if your house contains copper plumbing. Here's a complete walk-through of how to solder pipes. Since PEX tubing is becoming ...

Wondering how to solder copper pipes? If you are going to attempt home plumbing projects, it may come in handy to know how to solder copper pipe with a propane torch. Plumbing your bathroom with ...

I'm experiencing the joy of a new fixer-upper house with lots of plumbing problems. And I'm discovering the limits of my copper pipe sweating (soldering) skills. As I figure many other geeks are handy ...

Improper brazing is a leading contributor to system inefficiency due to refrigerant leaks. Understanding the types of copper tubing and how to properly join them is vital to the operation and lifespan ...

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.

Sweat-soldering isn’t that hard to do. You just need to practice before working on your plumbing. If you are soldering a pipe, water inside the pipe will interfere with the success of the project.

Grip the copper pipe firmly in one hand and tuck one end under your knee to keep it from slipping while you tighten and rotate the cutter. Clamp the pipe between the cutting wheel and the guide wheel ...