Hi all, I am in need of some advice and I was hoping someone in the forum might be able to help.
I am trying to finish off a corner of my basement, but the well supply line (leading from a submersible pump) and a 20 gallon pressure tank are in the way. The rest of the house equipment is in an area about 20 feet away (whole house filter, water softener, hot water tank, etc.)
I'm looking for advice on whether it is an option to relocate the tank and pressure switch, and route the supply around the perimeter of the wall. This eventually may be hidden by studs and drywall. I have a couple of questions:
Thanks in advance for any help!
DS
I am trying to finish off a corner of my basement, but the well supply line (leading from a submersible pump) and a 20 gallon pressure tank are in the way. The rest of the house equipment is in an area about 20 feet away (whole house filter, water softener, hot water tank, etc.)
I'm looking for advice on whether it is an option to relocate the tank and pressure switch, and route the supply around the perimeter of the wall. This eventually may be hidden by studs and drywall. I have a couple of questions:
- What are my options to extend the supply line?
- Is polyethylene allowable inside the house?
- Are barb fittings allowed to be behind drywall?
- What size pipe should I use? Existing is 1" poly to the tank (with a couple of elbow fittings), and 3/4 copper from the tank to the filter / water softener.
- If I can't continue the poly, what other pipe options would be advisable (schedule 80, CPVC, PEX, Copper?)
- Are there any other issues with having the pressure tank 20 feet from where the supply enters the basement?
Thanks in advance for any help!
DS