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Rick Suddes
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Lawrence wrote:

On Mar 2, 12:32 pm, "Andrew"
wrote:
I'm running all new supply lines. I have a wide open chase to get
to
the second floor. What should I run? Copper is getting awfully
expensive these days, and I'm curious about the cpvc and pex. The
simplicity really appeals to me. What's the word on the
reliability
of the plastics? Are they really easier to work with? What about
durability? Am I going to have to make sure that all the
connections
are easily accessible? I'm just curious about general opinions
people
have and what to watch out for. Thanks,

Plastic pipe is reliable and easy to install. I don't think it is
more durable than metal pipe but time will only tell since it a newer
product. I do know that they used to use copper in hdyronic systems
and failures were frequent. Now plastic is the only material used.
If your pipe is buried in slab or otherwise protected the plastic will
last. If you pipe is inside a wall and therfore exposed to possible
rodent damage then maybe metal pipe is safer.






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