Copper Pipe Benefits

During a recent plumbing renovation, copper water pipes were highly recommended. My research showed a multitude of advantages which left me convinced that copper water pipes are the right choice.

Starting with the biostatic atmosphere created - this makes it difficult for bacteria to grow inside copper water pipes, and is an important health benefit.

Many Other Benefits include:

Long Term Use and Track Record - Copper water pipes have been used for decades and thus proved that they are a durable product.

Economical - Due to their long term performance, copper water pipes are a cost effective material. Copper pipes can be formed and bent - therefore eliminating the cost of adding joints and elbows. Capillary fittings can be used to join the copper pipes, which saves on material costs and provides smooth, strong joints that are also leak-proof. Scaling is reduced in copper pipes which helps assure a long, trouble-free product. Because copper is also lightweight, it is less expensive to transport.

Safety - Copper is safe to use because it does not burn or support combustion. Additionally:

- toxic gases will not cause copper to decompose. Therefore, copper will not carry fire through the floors, ceilings and walls

- Copper will not release toxic gases during a fire because it is burn-resistant, and,

- Toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are not needed to install copper water pipes.

Safe for the Environment - Copper is also a recyclable material, making it an environmentally responsible option. Nearly half of all copper used in the U. S. comes from recycled scrap. This natural material is an abundant resource that has been proven to be safe to health.

For Interior and Exterior Use - Copper resists corrosion better than other metals. Because it is unaffected by untraviolet rays, copper is also weather resistant and can be used outdoors.

Composition Standards - The online copper organization reports that copper water pipes are manufactured to a composition standard that is well-defined. The tubes have a permanent mark to identify the product - this way the buyer knows exactly what it is and who manufactured it. The identifying standard on the copper pipes is accepted by almost every plumbing code.

In Case of a Natural Disaster - Copper is a safer choice in case of a natural disaster. For example, during an earthquake, the slightly elastic property of the copper water pipes will keep them from snapping.

Space Saving - Copper water pipes do not require the heavy thickness of threaded pipes, made up of the same internal diameter which, in turn, saves space when the pipes are installed.

Easy to Work With - Copper is easier to work with compared with lead or iron.

Finally:

Non-permeable - Because copper is naturally non-permeable, and does not absorb other substances, it will protect against contaminants.

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