Rose I no longer use pex crimps on any of my water lines. I install all new connections using a compression fitting like Sharkbites or Gatorbites. You simply cut the line square using a pex line cutter and mark a line 1 inch below the end, then push the fitting on till you reach the line thats it. T...

Had to replaced my water heater last year. Like most Mh owners I had never worked with PEX before, I was not happy to find out I would need a Pex crimper and that it might take a few tries to get things right especially working in a enclosed area. When I set out to the Home Depot to get the tools I ...

Had to replace my water heater last year. It leaked and completly soaked under the floor covering damaging the entire bathroom floor. Check the flooring after you remove the tank and repair it if it has be weakened. I match the electric water heater with the same model at my local Home Depot. I deci...

Thanks for the input. I thought about using a 2x4. After your response I think that will be the option I use. Thanks for your help

Have a quick question. Planning on doing a roof-over this summer after re-leveling my home. Would it be a waste of time and money to double the thickness of the 1 x 4 furring strips and insulation to 2 inches before attaching the metal roofing?