Every pipe material has its lifespan. Knowing the age of your pipes helps you plan the replacements before the failures.
The copper
The copper pipes last about fifty to seventy years. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the copper is the long-lived.
The PEX
The PEX pipes carry a fifty-year rating in the normal use. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the PEX is the modern.
The galvanized
The galvanized steel lasts about forty to fifty years before the corrosion. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the galvanized is the aging.
The CPVC
The CPVC pipes last about fifty years in the typical service. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the CPVC is the plastic.
The poly
The polybutylene pipes fail early and the often need the repipe. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the poly is the concern.
The water
The aggressive water shortens the life of the metal pipes. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Portland, the water is the factor.
The call
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Plumbing in Portland: what to know
In Portland, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Cumberland County — from South Portland, Westbrook and Saco to ZIP codes like 04108, 04109, 04050 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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