Ever wonder how long different piping materials last in industrial settings? I’ve seen PVC hold up over 30 years, while metal pipes can rust out in less than 20 if not maintained properly. Just curious — what’s been your experience out there on various jobs?
, this drives me nuts too… I’ve definitely seen metal pipes rust out in less than 20 years when maintenance isn’t on point. It’s super frustrating because I swear we’ll replace a section, and then a year later, there’s another leak.
I’ve definitely noticed PVC can last a long time, but in extreme conditions, even it can fail — once, I had to replace a line after only 15 years due to UV damage. Anyone had issues with that too?
It’s wild how much maintenance can affect lifespan. I once had copper pipes that started leaking in under 15 years because of some rough water conditions. @marie_holt25, have you ever had to deal with unexpected repairs that could’ve been avoided with better materials?