Water Line Installations New Jersey

The most commonly used type of pipe for a water main Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe (PVC). Benefits of PVC piping material include that it’s inexpensive, lightweight, durable, corrosion resistant, and nonreactive with most chemicals.

PVC water main line pipes can last as long as 100 years. PVC pipes are highly resilient towards freezing conditions and meet the majority of pipe requirements. While water main line pipes can last as long as 100 years, the average water main starts failing around 50 years.

In order to figure out what size your main water line should be, you will need a professional plumber from Jersey Boys Plumbing, Heating, and Air to figure that out for you. Water main lines tend to be complex plumbing systems and our plumbing experts at Jersey Boys Plumbing, Heating, and Air have the tools, knowledge, skills, and experience that most homeowners do not have access to.

Only experienced professionals should be hired for water line installation, as this is specialized work that requires knowledge and expertise in plumbing and construction.

Polyethylene (PE) or cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) are commonly used materials for new installations due to their durability and cost effectiveness. Copper is also an option but is more expensive.

Water lines are divided into two main categories: the primary water line, which brings in fresh potable water into your home, and secondary or auxiliary water lines that bring water to fixtures like showers, toilets, and washing machines. Both types of lines can be made out of a variety of materials depending on the local climate and other factors.