One of the greatest moments in human history was the advent of indoor plumbing. Indoor plumbing has been around the world since the 1840s, and many different materials have been used to provide plumbing lines. In recent years, PVC pipes have become more and more popular than copper pipes as the first choice for indoor pipes. PVC is durable, inexpensive, and easy to install, cementing its position as one of the best options for plumbing.

Advantages of using PVC in pipes
PVC pipes have been around since around 1935 and began to be used for drainage-waste-ventilation pipes during reconstruction after World War II. It has only grown in popularity since then and has become the preferred choice for plumbing around the world. And, while we may be a little biased, it’s easy to see why this is the case.

PVC is one of the most cost-effective materials on the market today. Not only that, but it is lightweight, durable and easy to install. PVC pipe can resist temperatures up to 140° and can withstand pressures up to 160psi. Overall, it is a very resilient material. It is abrasion and chemical resistant and can withstand many different weather conditions. All of these factors combine to make PVC a durable material that can last for about 100 years. Additionally, these infrequent replacements help reduce environmental impact.

CPVC and CPVC CTS in Residential Plumbing
As we said, we’re a little biased towards PVC, but that doesn’t mean we don’t recognize other amazing products when we see them – namely CPVC and CPVC CTS. Both products are similar to PVC, but they have some distinct advantages.

CPVC is chlorinated PVC (this is where the extra C comes from). CPVC is rated to 200°F, making it the first choice for hot water applications. Just like PVC pipe, CPVC is easy to install, durable and requires little maintenance.

Both PVC and CPVC use the same size chart, which is not compatible with copper pipe. For most of the 20th and early 2000s, copper pipe was the pipe of choice for plumbing. You can’t use PVC or CPVC in your copper pipe line because of the different size styles, that’s where the CPVC CTS comes in. CPVC CTS is CPVC in copper pipe sizes. These pipes are produced like CPVC and can be used with copper pipes and fittings.

Why you should use PVC pipe
Plumbing is an essential part of any home or business, and it costs a lot. By using PVC piping, you can save yourself expensive repairs and the upfront cost of metal piping. With its resistance to heat, pressure and chemicals, its investment will last a lifetime.

PVC pipe for pipes
• Schedule 40 PVC Pipe
• CTS CPVC pipe
• Schedule 80 PVC Pipe
• Schedule 80 CPVC Pipe
• Flexible PVC pipe

PVC fittings for pipes
• Schedule 40 PVC Fittings
• CTS CPVC fittings
• Schedule 80 PVC Fittings
• Schedule 80 CPVC fittings
• DWV connector