Glossary Term beginning with P

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PEX search for term: Tubing made from Cross-linked polyethylene. PEX is stronger than PE and is commonly used for radiant floor heat and water supply lines.
Plumb search for term: Precisely vertical. Also to perform plumbing work.
Plumbing search for term: The system of pipes, fittings, fixtures and other apparatus required for the water supply, heating, and sanitation in a building. The work of installing and maintaining such systems.
Plumbing Tree search for term: Prefabricated system of drain waste, vent, and water supply lines.
Plumbing Tubing search for term: Long hollow cylinder used to convey liquid or gas.
Power Venting search for term: A system with mechanical draft exhaust to outside utilizing room air to support combustion.
Pressure Reducing Valve search for term: A valve that reduces water pressure automatically to a specified value at its outlet under static cold water conditions.
Pressure Tank search for term: Device used to pump water from a well.
Public Sewer search for term: The common sewer directly controlled by public authority.
PVC search for term: Polyvinyl Chloride. A rigid plastic pipe used in non-pressure systems, such as drainage, waste, and vent systems.