Best Alternatives To Cast Iron Pipes
Once upon a time, builders in Cocoa FL thought that cast iron pipes were the best for plumbing. Unfortunately, this tale has not withstood the test of time. We've become increasingly familiar with the shortfalls of cast iron pipes— but in good news, we've seen better alternatives hit the market.
PVC
Polyvinyl Chloride is what you commonly see in shower drain lines, sinks, and toilets. It protects from rust and corrosion effectively, and it's durable, but it isn't very flexible. It's great for main water supply lines because it's lightweight, easy to work with, and handles heavy pressure. On the downside, it's limited in sizing.
PEX
Cross-linked Polyethylene is really popular for water supply lines. It's flexible and inexpensive, fitting in tight or strange spaces with few joints and connections. It can weave through crawl spaces and ceilings pretty easily, and they're color-coded for hot and cold. Their major downside is they deteriorate under UV, so they're only good inside.
CIPP
Cure In Place Pipe Lining makes use of your pre-existing plumbing to offer a seamless mend with minimal excavation. Instead of fully replacing the pipe, we can insert an epoxy-saturated liner, inflate it with a bladder, and then let it cure.
While these are the more popular options, still more are available, such as HDPE and copper. Give us a call today, and we'll come to inspect your current Cocoa FL plumbing and walk you through the best options for an upgrade.