What is the problem with Poly B pipes?

Homes built between 1978 and 1995 have poly b piping installed in them across Canada.

It was a cheaper plumbing pipe alternative to copper pipes.

However, it has been determined that Poly B piping can't handle common water pressure levels in homes, and over time Poly B pipes are starting to show wear and tear and become brittle over the years which is now causing leaking pipe problems. This is becoming a common plumbing problems in houses that were built in this timeframe. Speak to us about your plumbing issues with the Poly B pipes on your property.