Plumbing
PEX vs Copper Pipe: Everything Homeowners Need to Know
PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) and copper are the two dominant residential water supply pipe materials. PEX is faster to install ($0.50-$2 per foot for materials), freeze-resistant, and corrosion-proof; copper is rigid, recyclable, and proven to last 50-70+ years. Per-foot installed cost: PEX runs … Read more