PEX Piping
- Flexible and easy to install around tight spaces
- Resistant to corrosion and scale buildup
- More affordable than copper
- Can expand slightly to resist bursting in cold temperatures
- Not ideal for outdoor or UV-exposed installations
Copper Piping
- Extremely durable and long-lasting—often over 50 years
- Naturally resistant to bacteria inside the pipe
- Handles high water pressure and temperature well
- May corrode over decades if the water is acidic
- Higher cost and more labor-intensive to install
Your repiping plumber will help you choose the material that best fits your home’s needs, budget, and water chemistry.