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PEX Piping

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PEX Piping, also known as PEX tubing have some really great benefits. Consider having PEX piping installed in your home as it will save you money over time and is well worth the investment.

PEX Piping Advantages:

• Cost Effective
  There are several reasons making PEX piping cost effective. First, the PEX piping product itself is less expensive than some other piping types, such as copper piping. The labor cost for installing PEX piping is also less than other types in that there is no messy and complicated installation (such as the cutting involved with copper pipes) as with other pipe types. Because PEX piping works so well for residential plumbing systems, you will find that there is less need for maintenance and repair which will save you money, time, and aggravation.

• Energy Efficient
  PEX tubing does not transfer heat as readily as copper, and so it has energy saving capabilities.

• Easy to Install
  PEX piping is easy to install because it requires less fittings than copper piping. In fact, the flexible PEX tubing is so flexible that it can turn 90 degrees without the need for elbow fittings, and PEX tubing unrolled from spools can be installed in long runs without the need for coupling fittings. PEX pipes are also light weight and much easier for plumbers to work with, another aspect which will help to cut down on the installation time.

• Resists Buildup & Freezing
  PEX pipes resist the type of buildup often found over time in copper pipes.Another great feature that makes PEX pipes so functional is that they resist freezing better than metal pipes.

Disadvantages:

PEX piping is not for outdoor use. While PEX pipes will resist freezing in the indoors, they cannot stand the frigid temperatures of some outdoor climates which is one reason they are not recommended for outdoor use. The other reason is that PEX pipes cannot be exposed to UV light because the rays can break down the material and cause it to fail.

Additional PEX Piping Resources:

• Lowe's PEX Piping Page
• Pex Info.