Like all home materials, plumbing supplies have changed throughout the years, with mixed results. Copper is still a premium, clean, and long-lasting choice. Other options include PVC or galvanized pipes. Somewhere in the mix a less expensive option became popular, called polybutylene pipe, and many houses were built with this less-than-optimal option. In fact, it can be quite dangerous and, depending on the time of installation, it’s likely reaching the end of its usable life, bringing the risks of leaks and floods.
