PEX (plastic) vs Copper Tubing: What is Better? | What a Master Plumber Would Install in His House
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 Published On May 10, 2020

PEX vs Copper tubing? What is the best plumbing piping to install in your home? Regardless if it is a remodel or a new build, Jim shares his experience installing, repairing, and using PEX (plastic) tubing.

Jim has seen everything during his 48 years of plumbing. He started plumbing when galvanized piping was all the rage. Now PEX is the new flexible plumbing piping that everyone loves. Is it right for your home? This is how to decide.

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PEX vs Copper tubing video discusses the following topics:
00:00 Intro
02:03 Why PEX tubing better
03:20 What a Master Plumber prefers
04:20 CPVC piping
04:42 Funny taste or odor from plastic piping
05:39 The taste difference between plastic (PEX) vs Copper piping
06:37 Summary: Why choose plastic (PEX) tubing

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