2006-11-05 00:56:57 · 14 answers · asked by francyofiroc 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
CPVC- for hot water only
PVC- rated for water pressure, some as high as 220 psi
Plex- used for supply line that will not bust at -20 degs.
Copper- standard water supply, more costly than Plex
Galvanized- waste only not to be used for supply
on all the new houses we build, we use 1 1/2" PVC from the water meter, then from PVC to Plex to water heater.......and tee off of 3/4 Tee for cold ater supply....run 3/4 Plex as main supply and branch off of it with 1/2" Plex as supplies to baths and kitchens and such.......
so yes, u can use PVC as ur supply but it will freeze.......
lic. gen. contractor
2006-11-05 03:21:40 · answer #1 · answered by bigg_dogg44 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the AHJ (Authority having jurisdiction-typically the building department for your area) allows it, then yes. Also, for the individual who said it may not be used on pressurized systems, this is inaccurate, the PVC has a pressure rating at different "schedules" of pipe. It is almost always used for irrigation,pool, and hot tub systems. A primary concern in a home is the fumes potentially given off during a fire. However, if you are in your home where a fire has reached internal plumbing, you have greater concerns.
2006-11-05 02:38:40 · answer #2 · answered by gare 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sure it can. However, there are different sizes and strengths of PVC and you need to pay attention to that fact. Most homes are pre-plumbed with copper. Joining copper pipe to PVC is tough as the fittings and pipes are differenct sizes - I.D. and O.D.
It is helpful to know what type of plumbing you're doing. Is your water supply from city or from well?, etc.
2006-11-05 01:15:25 · answer #3 · answered by mellow 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, but it's not recommended because of bursting issues. There is a new product on the market which is cheaper than copper and easier to use. It's a flexible tube that can withstand the pressure, bends without kinking and attaches with crimped connectors (no chemicals, no glue, no solder). When I can, I plan on re-plumbing my house with it. The former owner did it with 1/2 inch copper and the water pressure sucks when you run the dish washer, shower and flush the toilet. Or when watering the lawn.
2006-11-05 01:06:45 · answer #4 · answered by tercir2006 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most building codes do not allow PVC pipe for domestic water supply. Check your local building codes. Copper pipe would be the best choice.
2016-05-22 00:51:09 · answer #5 · answered by Nicole 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-11-08 20:57:58 · answer #6 · answered by ✔ Sandy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with your local building inspectors some places you can"t use it. There are different grades of pvc pipe and they can tell you what is allowed in your area.
2006-11-05 01:16:38 · answer #7 · answered by Handyman 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, CPVC is approved for that purpose. It's the light tan plastic tubing.
PVC has Schedule 40 fittings which will not burst under high pressure, however, many municipalities still do not allow PVC for potable water. These high pressure fittings are designed to be used with irrigation, swimming pool, hot tub, pond and whirlpool applications.
2006-11-05 01:18:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
cbreese06 is very right. The pressure wil be to big for (white) pvc pipe. You have to use copper pipe for the incoming water!
2006-11-05 02:35:53 · answer #9 · answered by Elize-Helen 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You can no longer use white PVC for water consumption. For waste water yes, but not for drinking.
2006-11-05 01:50:18 · answer #10 · answered by jepa8196 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋