Surrey Polybutlene Replacement Service
What is Polybutylene Pipe?
Polybutylene is a plastic resin commonly used as a piping material from the 1970s to the 1990s. Polyb pipes were popular among property owners due to their low cost and ease of installation. The pipes were also popular because they are highly resistant to freezing, making them a good substitute for copper. The pipes are gray and feature a dull finish. The poly b piping system is mainly found in underground water mains and interior water distribution pipes. You should not mistake the pipe with modern cross-linked poly b pipes. The pipes are referred to in several terms, such as PB-1, poly-b, PB, or poly-pipes. As mentioned, they were popular because they are easy to install. The poly zb pipes installation was done using a crimping tool to secure the copper or brass fittings and the pipes. A Polybutylene Pipe can burst or leak due to poor work, old age, or chlorine degradation.
Is Polybutylene the same as PVC?
poly b piping is are not similar to PVC piping. PVC also referred to as polyvinyl chloride, is made of chlorinated hydrocarbon polymer. In its natural state, PVC is brittle and rigid. However, when combined with additives such as plasticizers, it gets more malleable and resilient. This is unlike polybutylene, which has natural flexibility, making it easy to bend into all positions you want. The other significant difference is that Polybutylene tends to weaken and degrade faster than PVC. Any minor fracture in a poly b piping can lead to sudden failure, leading to massive damage to your residential or commercial property. On the other hand, PVC is durable, strong, and highly resistant to massive stress making it less prone to damage and leaks. Polybutylene is grayish, black, or blue, while PVC is naturally white. PVC is used in medical tubing, electrical insulation, signage, furniture, and as a rubber substitute. In more widespread applications, it’s used in poly b plumbing and water supply like Polybutylene..
How to identify Polybutylene Pipes
It is easy to identify polybutylene pipes poly b piping in your property. Surrey Plumbing Pros’ polybutylene experts can help identify and replace these pipes. Here are some of the ways use to identify polybutylene pipes.
Color
The pipes are silvery gray, black, or blue. The blue pipes are mostly used for outdoor plumbing, and the grayish and black ones are used for indoor plumbing work.
PB stamp
When you look at the polybutylene pipes, you find a stamp featuring the letters PB. Other numbers then follow the letters. Since the Polybutylene piping system may be underground, it may be hard for you to see these numbers; this is where our professional plumbers help. We have the right equipment to excavate the pipes, check the pipes and offer high-quality Polybutylene replacement services.
Inspect the Main Water Shut-Off Valve
Most outdoor polybutylene plumbing pipes were installed close to the main water shut-off valve. So, have a look at that area for the blue pipes. You can also check the drop-down ceiling in your basement. Here you can find the black or the silvery gray pipes. Polybutylene pipes can also be found near your water heaters.
How much does Polybutylene pipe replacement cost?
Before you decide to replace poly polybutylene pipes, it is good to know the price so that you can plan your budget. Our Polybutylene replacement services are the most affordable in Surrey, BC. Besides, our professional team can also customize our services to suit your budget. The following determine the Polybutylene plumbing pipe replacement cost.
Rerouting
The amount will be high if there is a need to reroute the piping system during the polybutylene pipe replacement process. The cost is high since our professional plumbers spend more time and more workforce is needed. Rerouting is needed if your system disrupted the tree route or there are other impediments.
How accessible is your polybutylene pipe?
The accessibility of your polybutylene piping determines the complexity of your project. If our professional plumbers have to dig new trenches, the cost will be high than when the job is done without digging the trenches. Besides, if the trench is dug under concrete driveways using specialized tools, the amount will be high since you also have to incur landscaping restoration costs.
Length of the pipe
Generally, the longer the damaged polybutylene pipe, the high the price. This is because our plumber needs more material and time to restore your plumbing system