On Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:31:04 -0500, Bob wrote:

Hello,

Re PEX plastic piping for home usage.

Looked at several sites on, but still have a few basic questions, please:

a. Just how "popular" is this stuff ? When used, or specified ?


Don't know

b. Compared to Copper piping for home usage, is it generally more
expensive or cheaper ? If more, why is it used (at all) ?


Don't know

c. Good for hot as well as cold service ?

Absolutely


d. Would you use it in your home, or still prefer Copper ? Why ?


I did when we built our house. Why? one joint on each end and easy to run.
Just make sure you don't scratch it as you pull it. It will not bust as
easily as copper if it freezes.


Pros and cons, etc. ?

See above.


BTW: what's most common in new homes these days that do use Copper;
type k, l, or m ? On "older" (e.g. 25-30 yr)homes ?

Much thanks,
Bob