Homeowners may not be aware of how older copper and galvanized steel water lines have the tendency to corrode, rust and accumulate sediment over time. This can create unexpected problems for the home such as reduced flow pressure, discolored water, poor tasting water and eventually malfunctioning fixtures.

However, new copper piping or PEX pipes are revolutionary materials that provide advantages such as greater resilience to cold temperatures, increased flexibility, and longer life span. Further copper pipes with copper fittings deliver excellent taste in the drinking water while PEX is one of the most popular products when saltwater corrosion resistance is needed.

Replacing residential water lines can prove beneficial to homeowners in a variety of ways so it might be worthwhile to review this option when making decisions on how best to protect a well-functioning plumbing system.