Types of Pipes for Plumbing
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• Water is life. This statement is unarguably true in more ways than one. Hence, plumbing is 
as essential as any other building process there is. Pause a minute and imagine how 
miserable life would be without pipes in our homes. 
• How would toilets be flushed? How would we make foods with ease? How stressful would 
watering the garden or doing the dishes be? As a leading Plumber Essex we are briefing 
out few common types of pipes which are used in plumbing and water supply as follows;
1. Galvanized Iron Pipes:
• Made of mild steel sheets
• They are more flexible in use
• Used to supply water, gas, or any other liquid
2. Steel Pipe:
• They are dipped in zinc solutions
• Incredibly lightweight and thin-walled
3. Copper Pipe:
• Used to carry hot water or steam
• They don't bend or even get slack at high temperatures
4. Plastic Pipe:
• Mostly used for domestic purposes
• Used for the supply of both acidic and alkaline water
5. Concrete Pipe:
• Prepared for very high pressures
• Last for at least 35 to 50 years
6. Vitrified Clay Pipe:
• Not susceptible to rust
• Easily maintained and last very long
While there could be unsuitable pipes relative to the use you desire, there is no 
one best pipe by itself. Ensure that you consult for professional advice from 
plumbers, before deciding on what type of pipe to purchase.
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