Do You Have The Safest Plumbing Pipes in Your Home?
At Bud’s Plumbing & Repair Service, we know that keeping your family safe and healthy in your home is of the utmost importance to you. We know you’ll go to any lengths, and pull out all the stops, to ensure that your family is safe.
That’s why we also know that it’s time for you to take a step back and consider how your plumbing pipes could be impacting your family’s safety. Read on to learn more about some plumbing pipe materials that can help improve your home safety.
Why Choose PEX Pipes?
Cross-linked polyethylene is an affordable, yet durable material. It is also highly flexible, so pipes made from PEX can fit virtually any plumbing system.
As lightweight as PEX pipes are, they are not very likely to leak, which can reduce the chances of harmful mold and mildew growth in your house.
PEX piping is ideal for any plumbing application, including both hot and cold fresh water supply lines.
Stainless Steel: The Cleanest Pipes
Stainless steel is a far costlier pipe material than other kinds of steel, but that is because it resists corrosion better than other steel pipes, which allows them to last longer.
Stainless steel pipes can be used for sewer pipes, as well as hot and cold water lines. Stainless steel is also the preferred plumbing pipe material of hospital because they are easy to clean and sanitize.
Who’s Ever Heard of Brass Pipes? We Have!
If you're looking for repiping services, brass pipes are also highly corrosion resistant, as well as heat resistant. This makes them great for hot water lines.
One drawback to brass pipes is that some brass pipes may contain lead, which can be deadly if it comes into contact with your drinking water. These pipes can still be used safely, however, as waste or drain lines.
Why go With CPVC Piping?
CPVC is another great, cost-effective option for a safer plumbing pipe material. Considered one of the most durable and versatile piping materials to date, CPVC has a reputation for protecting against leaks, reducing noises from water pressure and water hammer, and even reducing energy loss from water supply lines.
Some may say that the cost of CPVC piping vs. PVC piping is more than it's worth, but CPVC offers so many more benefits.
Cast Your Safety on Cast Iron!
Cast iron pipes are incredibly durable. They are so durable that there are cast iron pipes in the gardens of the Château de Versailles that have been in use for almost 400 years!
This durability means that you can look forward to peace of mind when it comes to your piping system. Another benefit of cast iron is that, because the pipes are so incredibly dense, no water sound can be heard without pressing your ear to the pipe.
Cast iron can be used for water lines, drain pipes, and gas lines in some cases. Don’t forget to share this article with your friends and loved ones to help them find their perfect plumbing pipes too!
Contact Bud’s Plumbing & Repair Service in Evansville if you have any questions about these or other plumbing materials or services. Call us today at (812) 618-9638 to talk to a plumbing professional about your new commitment to home health and safety!
