Servicing Polybutylene pipe

[Tara Herbert]

It appears the time allowed (10 years) has past for discovering a leak in this type of pipe, and therefore I cant file a claim under the class action lawsuit. That being said, I have a leak that needs to be corrected. Im also concerned that I may experience more leaks in the future. How do I service this pipe if it has been discontinued? I cant very well replace all the plumbing throught, because of this one location leak. What do I do?

[ron m]

Almost all plumbing supply places and RV parts stores have repair parts. I still use insert fittings with crip-on rings. But many people say that compression type fittings are much better (they have nuts that tighten to seal against the pipe…get directions on how to use whatever you buy).

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