Today’s plumbers often still work with copper pipes, which have been used in residential plumbing in the USA since the 1930s.
Although plastic piping (such as PVC,uPVC, ABS, or PEX) is increasingly popular these days, copper plumbing pipes offer many advantages – and a few disadvantages, as well. Find out more.
Copper Pipes: Advantages
Copper Pipes: Disadvantages
Cost of Copper Pipes
New copper pipes will cost an average of $2.00-$4.00 per linear foot, according to their diameter. Compare that with PVC pipes at $.50-$1.00, or PEX at $.50-$2.00.
Lifespan of Copper
Pipes Copper pipes have a long life expectancy, as much as fifty years or possibly even more, unless they are affected by pinhole leaks.
Connect Copper Pipes to Plastic
A savvy plumber in Shorewood will have the knowhow to connect your existing copper pipes to new plastic piping. This is a good method of replacing a leaky, damaged pipe or installing an additional water supply line.
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