Needing to repipe a home is a common problem, not just on the Lower Mainland, but everywhere. There may be several reasons why you need to repipe, such as corrosion of old copper pipe or failure of PolyB pipe, which was commonly used in the 1990s.
PEX pipe is an excellent choice for repiping, and in today’s blog article, we are going to discuss the advantages of repiping with PEX.
What Is PEX?
PEX pipe is pipe made of polyethylene that has been cross-linked (X). In other words, it is like a fortified plastic pipe. It is currently commonly used in both residential and industrial or commercial applications.
What Are the Benefits of PEX?
There are several benefits of PEX. The first benefit is cost. PEX is a lot less expensive than other choices like copper. When a whole house needs repiping, you need a lot of pipe. So, the cost of the materials is a big factor.
The second benefit is that PEX can be installed without torches, which reduces risk of fire. More than that, PEX can be installed without solvents or glue, and it is also lead-free.
A third benefit is PEX does not corrode like copper or galvanized steel. That means that PEX has a long service life.
Another advantage is that PEX can expand without failing which is a plus in cold weather if water would freeze in a line. PEX can be used for both hot and cold water lines.
We believe PEX is a great choice for whole-house repiping and should be seriously considered.
Please call us on the Lower Mainland at (604) 349-5325 if you need help assessing your piping. Repiping is our area of expertise. If you contact us, we can examine the piping in your house and give you a free estimate for what it will cost to fix it.
Repiping Vancouver is a division of 604FixLeak offering leak detection, plumbing repairs and restoration services in the Greater Vancouver area. Repiping Vancouver concentrates on whole home or office repiping.
If you have any questions about this article or need some help with repiping in your home or office, call us today at (604) 349-5325.
