Poly-B piping, better known as Polybutablah-blah-blah nobody cares-
It’s a type of plastic pipework that popped up in the 1970s as a cheaper alternative to copper and other materials. The issue is that it reacts with the chlorine now mixed into our water.
This causes it to become brittle and by extension, a liability within your home, plus you have to drink the plastic that erodes away inside the pipes…
Again, it’s a liability. We’re in the period where systems installed from 1970 to 1990 are failing frequently. This means that having them replaced comes with a whole host of upsides:
✅ Reduced risk = higher home value. We’re talking up to $12,000 in some cases, which can be enough to completely cover the cost of upgrading.
✅ More insurance-friendly. Due to the frequency at which these systems fail, insurance agencies are wary of them, they tend to ask for higher rates or even refuse coverage entirely.
✅ Peace of mind. It may save you tens of thousands in water damage.
✅ More appealing to potential home buyers.
✅ Nobody wants to drink plastic.
Jost Neuhaus is a Red Seal-certified, 4th-gen plumber with 30+ years’ experience and a 120-year family legacy. Trained in Germany’s tradition of excellence, he delivers expert, reliable plumbing and heating services across Nanaimo with pride and precision.
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