Copper VS Plastic?

Deciding which material is best for the job is not always easy, but as this overview proves, copper’s got some clear advantages.

When it comes to reliability and durability, copper has more than proved its worth. Its excellent corrosion resistance and leak-proof jointing system means that well-installed copper plumbing will last for over 50 years.

An extraordinary example of copper’s lifetime warranty was discovered in 1994 when archaeologists excavating the remains of a 4,500-year-old Egyptian funerary pyramid unearthed a sophisticated copper drainage system – with its copper pipes still intact!

With the costs of copper and plastic systems getting closer in recent years, plumbers are telling us that there are now other issues in play when it comes to choosing copper tubing has over pex, polybutylene, PVC and other non-copper tube products