PEX Repiping
What is PEX?An JA Plumbing system features Engel-method crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing. This is a flexible plastic tubing product that has been used for more than 35 years in radiant floor heating, plumbing and fire safety systems. PEX is classified into three categories: • PEX-a (Engel or peroxide method) • PEX-b (Silane method) • PEX-c (Electron beam or radiation method) The PEX tubing industry considers Engel-method PEX-a tubing superior because the crosslinking is done during the manufacturing process when polyethylene is in its amorphic state (above the crystalline melting point). Because of this, the degree of crosslinking reaches around 85%, resulting in a more uniform product with no weak links in the molecular chain. The properties in PEX-a tubing make it the most flexible PEX on the market, allowing for the tightest bend radius available — as little as 3½” for ½” tubing. Its flexibility also greatly reduces the instance of kinked tubing. However, because of the thermal memory of PEX-a, if a kink does occur, a simple shot from a heat gun returns the tubing to its original shape. |
Key Benefits
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Uponor PEX-a Tubing vs. CPVC and Copper
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| Clean Unlike metal alternatives, PEX plumbing systems are immune to corrosion and mineral buildup. | Efficient Uponor PEX plumbing systems retain more heat in hot-water lines and resist condensation on cold-water lines. |
| Guaranteed Uponor PEX plumbing systems are backed by a 25-year warranty when installed by an Uponor-trained professional. | Proven For more than 35 years, over 12 billion feet of Uponor PEX-a tubing is installed worldwide. |
| Quiet An Uponor PEX plumbing system dampens rushing water noise and eliminates water hammer and singing pipes. | Reliable Our unique ProPEX® fitting system assures a strong connection for consistent, leak-free plumbing systems. |
| *Informaiton and images courtesy http://www.uponor-usa.com/
What to Expect with a Re-pipe Service Warranty JA Plumbing offers a warranty, which begins on the date of final payment of the contract. We warrant against installation defects for the lifetime of the home on all copper piping we supply and install. Call JA Plumbing for any and all of your Repiping needs! (510) 266-5125 |
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Contacting JA Plumbing
JA Plumbing
28302 Industrial Blvd. Suite
H Hayward, CA 94545
Phone: (866) 699-PLUMBER
Phone: (510) 266-5125
Email: info@japlumbinginc.com
