PEX Is Safe

PEX is safe

A common concern for long-term users of copper piping hoping to switch to PEX is the relative safety of the tubing which has only recently gained popularity and widespread approval in the United States. PEX tubing has been used in Europe for a few decades with rare problems.

PEX can be considered dependable because it is manufactured and tested according to very concise national standards. In the United States, PEX is policed by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF International). The ASTM has a dominant role in policing PEX standards. These standards must be complied with by all manufacturers of PEX tubing and its appliances. This ensures user safety and quality. PEX is also included in all of the major plumbing codes used in the United States and Canada.

PEX tubing is just fine for potable water systems. The piping systems are durable and provide safe drinking water. PEX tubing also uses reliable connections and fittings.