What are the Advantages of PEX Tubing?
PEX Stands for Cross-Linked Polyethylene, and Has Many Advantages Over Polybutylene (PB), Copper, and CPVC Pipe. The Advantages of Lawson Mobile Home Supply Replacing Your Mobile Home’s Pipe with PEX Include: We use red for Hot lines and blue for Cold lines making them easy to identify. 3/4″ Lines are used for trunk lines and 1/2″ lines are used for take off’s, often improving water volume. PEX tubing is more energy efficient than copper or CPVC pipes. PEX tubing has a higher R-Value keeping your hot water lines hotter longer. PEX Tubing will expand up to 300% of its size without damage, which reduces the potential for frozen lines breaking. PEX Tubing has smooth interior walls that resist mineral deposits. PEX is more resistant to water hammering. PEX tubing makes easier connections, requiring no cleaner, glue, or solder. Shut off Valves are added at each faucet and toilet. 1/4 turn valves are used on Kitchen Faucet, Lavatory Faucets, and Toilets. These valves use traditional braided
