Even the most fun things have to end at some point. That also applies to the plumbing in your home. Your metal pipes will eventually rust, corrode, and break down over the course of their lives. Because changing water pipes is a complicated job, you need to know when your home’s pipes will need to be changed.
Homes older than sixty years have a high chance of having broken pipes, but all plumbing systems need regular maintenance and inspections. Pipes should be checked at least once a year for signs of wear and tear or other problems, such as discoloration or flaking. Keep an eye out for leaks and watch the color of your water. It goes without saying that every house’s pipes should be checked for damage, but older houses are the most dangerous.
Do you need help fixing pipes that have broken or are leaking? West New York Plumbing and Heating can be reached at (201) 977–6775 for quick help.
Changing the water pipes can be difficult and time-consuming. Find out if you should think about installing PEX or CPVC pipes in your home and how much it will cost to replace the pipes in your home.
The letters in the acronym PEX don’t stand for any individual words, making it a truly unique one. The letter “X” in PEX stands for “cross-linked,” while “P” and “E” both stand for “polyethylene.” Cross-linked polyethylene is a strong, flexible material that can withstand high temperatures and pressures because of the way its molecules are arranged. PEX is a great choice for both hot and cold water supply lines because it lasts so long. PEX pipe comes in a wide range of diameters, from 1/4 inch all the way up to 4 inches.
PEX pipe is more flexible than pipes made of other materials, like copper or CPVC. This makes it easier to install in most cases. Because PEX pipes are flexible, it is sometimes possible to put them in structures without first drilling holes to make room for them. PEX pipes are the option for the water supply line that makes the least amount of noise and will never cause water hammer sounds in the home. PEX can handle heat well and lasts for a long time. Unlike metal pipes, it doesn’t rust or corrode.
PEX pipes can only be used in places where they won’t be exposed to harmful chemicals, high temperatures, or ultraviolet light. When these things happen, PEX material may break down more quickly than usual.
Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipes are strong and last a long time. PVC, which came before it, is something that most people are more familiar with. Because the CPVC pipe has more chlorine, it doesn’t bend as easily when hot water is around. There is a wide range of sizes for CPVC pipe, from 1/2 inch to 2 inches.
CPVC pipes can handle high temperatures better than PVC or PEX pipes (up to 200 degrees Fahrenheit vs. 140 degrees Fahrenheit). Because it has better joint strength than PVC and copper pipes and better corrosion resistance than metal pipes, it is perfect for distributing water in homes. Also, water hammer noises are almost impossible to hear when using CPVC.
There are some bad things about using a CPVC pipe. Some problems with installing CPVC pipes are as follows:
Copper pipes have been used in home building for the past hundred years. PEX and CPVC pipes, on the other hand, are better than copper pipes for a number of reasons. Copper pipes can have a number of problems, such as rust and pinhole leaks. Their soldered seams tend to leak when they are exposed to high temperatures. Unless they have insulation sleeves, copper pipes will cause heat energy to be lost. Condensation can happen to things that don’t have the right insulation around them or in certain situations. The price of copper is also hard to predict, which can make it very expensive for a homeowner to pay if all of the pipes in their home are made of copper.
How much it costs to repipe a house depends on a number of things, such as:
Your neighbor West New York Plumbing and Heating can replace a single pipe or repipe the whole house. We also have the tools to fix plumbing problems like leaks and frozen pipes. Give us a call right now at (201) 977–6775 for help with all of your water pipe needs. Online, you can also get an estimate for a job.