If your home was built between 1978 and 1995, you might have Poly-B plumbing. Learn why it's a major risk.
The Ticking Time Bomb
Polybutylene (Poly-B) is a grey plastic pipe commonly used in home construction throughout the 80s and early 90s. Unfortunately, it has proven to be highly defective and prone to catastrophic failure.
The Problem with Poly-B
Over time, the chlorine present in municipal water supplies causes the Poly-B pipes to degrade from the inside out. They become brittle and develop micro-fractures, eventually bursting without warning.
What You Should Do
If you have Poly-B piping, it's not a matter of if it will fail, but when. Furthermore, many insurance companies will no longer provide coverage for homes with Poly-B, or they charge exorbitant premiums.
The only permanent solution is a complete home repipe. Contact us for an assessment and a quote to replace your risky Poly-B with modern, durable PEX piping.
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