Why homeowners choose PEX
- It bends around corners, so it needs fewer fittings and has fewer places to leak.
- It goes in faster than rigid pipe.
- It doesn't corrode or build up scale the way galvanized steel does.
- It connects to existing copper where part of the system stays.
When it's time to repipe
- Low water pressure throughout the house
- Rusty or discolored water
- Repeated pinhole leaks
- Original galvanized steel pipes, common in older Valley homes
PEX or copper?
Both are approved for water lines in California. PEX usually costs less and goes in faster. Copper has a longer track record and handles sunlight and heat outdoors. We'll price both. See copper repiping.
Questions
Is PEX safe for drinking water?
Yes. PEX made for drinking water is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI standards for potable water.
Will you need to open my walls?
Some small openings are needed to run new lines to each fixture. PEX's flexibility keeps them smaller and fewer than a rigid-pipe repipe.
Serving Van Nuys, Lake Balboa, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Reseda and the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Call (818) 993-3352.