Poly-B plumbing is notorious for slow leaks, usually hidden behind drywall, causing mould and water damage.
Poly-B is a type of plastic plumbing that was banned from use in the 1990s. Many Calgary homeowners remain at risk because the original Poly-B plumbing in their homes has not yet been replaced.
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What Is Wrong With Poly-B Plumbing?
Poly-B plumbing was banned from use in Calgary homes for good reason!
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But, how do you know if your home has Poly-B plumbing?
FIRST…Look under your sink, or go to an unfinished area of your basement, like your utility room with exposed pipes in the ceiling.
THEN…Ask yourself these questions:
- Do you see grey plastic pipes with copper or brass fittings? Poly-B plumbing is usually a light or dark grey plastic. On some installations, Poly-B plumbing can have plastic fittings instead of copper or brass.
Do you see a stamped code on the pipes? Poly-B plumbing will have a stamped code on the pipes that reads ‘PB2110’ or ‘Poly-B Potable.’ If you don’t see a code, it could still be Poly-B plumbing.
Was your home built between 1975 and 1998? Poly-B plumbing was used in most home builds during this time. If you aren’t the original homeowner, and you aren’t sure that the original plumbing has been replaced, your home could still have Poly-B plumbing.
Was your home built between 1998 and 2005? Poly-B was not de-listed from the National Plumbing Code of Canada until 2005. It’s possible that your home’s original plumber used up their remaining Poly-B plumbing supplies in your home.
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