What is the latest thinking on CPVC .vs PEX piping? I read one article that says PEX the best and the next says CPVC best and that insurance companies will not insure homes with PEX (maybe due to the old fitting leaks or thinking it is Poly pipe. I live in Florida with harsh water that puts pinhole leaks in copper. And I read that Chlorine is tough on PEX piping.
Here is what I do know from personal experience, CPVC get brittle over time.
Also if I go with PEX, which way to connect is best the expansion or crimp method.
If anyone has links to independent test that was done on both types of pipes that would be appreciated.
When I go look at new homes they seem to all be putting in CPVC in my area.
But in general which ones causes the least call backs and least to leak or burst over time.
Thanks in advance,
Robert
Here is what I do know from personal experience, CPVC get brittle over time.
Also if I go with PEX, which way to connect is best the expansion or crimp method.
If anyone has links to independent test that was done on both types of pipes that would be appreciated.
When I go look at new homes they seem to all be putting in CPVC in my area.
But in general which ones causes the least call backs and least to leak or burst over time.
Thanks in advance,
Robert