If you’re considering purchasing a new home, copper pipes could tip the balance. The total cost of a new house necessarily includes calculating short- and long-term expenses you may be facing. If the house incorporates galvanized steel pipes utilized in some residential construction in the past, most plumbing professionals and home inspectors will advise removing the existing plumbing and re-piping with copper pipes. Galvanized steel provides poor durability and most of it is now severely deteriorated and leaking or rupturing, causing expensive indoor water damage.
Natural copper has been the superior plumbing option for over 70 years. Today, it’s included in more than 80 percent of residences. Copper’s long-term record for durability and cost-effective quality is unmatched. Buying a house that incorporates copper pipes means it’s unlikely you’ll be facing the expense of re-piping for as long as you own the home. In addition, copper provides these benefits:
For more about how copper pipes can influence your home-buying decision, contact the professionals at Rinaldi’s Energy Solutions.