Pipeline Chronicles: A Deep Dive into North Texas Home Plumbing

You ever stop and think about the maze of pipes runnin’ through your walls and under your floors? Probably not — unless something’s leaking or making a weird noise. But truth is, those pipes are the unsung heroes of your home. And around North Texas — places like Denton, Flower Mound, Lewisville, and Argyle — we see a little bit of everything.

So if you’re wonderin’ what’s behind your walls, or just curious what kind of plumbing’s keeping your showers hot and your drains clear, here’s a quick run-through of the five types of pipes we come across most in this part of Texas.

1. PVC — The White Pipe That Gets It Done

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is kind of like the Swiss Army knife of plumbing. It’s white, lightweight, super easy to work with, and best of all — it doesn’t rust. That’s why we use it for all kinds of stuff: drain lines, vent pipes, even some water supply jobs.

It’s tough, cheap, and doesn’t corrode, which makes it a go-to for homes all over Denton County. Just don’t use it for hot water — that’s not really its thing.

2. Copper — The Old School Champ

Copper’s been around a long time, and for good reason. It looks sharp (especially when it’s new), lasts for decades, and doesn’t rust up like steel.

We still see a ton of copper pipes in older and higher-end homes, especially in places like Flower Mound. It handles hot and cold water like a pro and it’s got that “set it and forget it” vibe — which we love.

Only downside? It’s pricier than the new stuff. But if you’ve got it already, hang on to it.

3. PEX — The Flexible Favorite

PEX (short for cross-linked polyethylene — yeah, we don’t say that either) is the new kid on the block, and folks love it. It’s plastic, but flexible, so we can snake it through walls and tight spots without a bunch of fittings. That makes installs quicker, which saves you money.

Plus, it’s great at handling our crazy North Texas freezes — it expands a bit instead of cracking like copper or PVC might. We’re seeing more and more PEX in new homes around Lantana, Argyle, and Lewisville.

4. Galvanized Steel — The Old-Timer That’s Hangin’ On

If your house was built before the ’70s, chances are it’s got galvanized steel pipes somewhere. Back in the day, these were the go-to: strong, solid, dependable. But here’s the thing — over time, they rust on the inside and start clogging up or leaking.

We still run into these a lot in older Denton homes. Most folks end up replacing ‘em at some point with copper or PEX. But hey — they had a good run.

5. CPVC — The Hot Water Hero

CPVC (chlorinated PVC) is kinda like PVC’s tougher cousin. It handles hot water way better, so we use it for hot water supply lines — especially in remodels where we’re swapping things out quick and clean.

It’s not as flexible as PEX, and it can get a little brittle over time, but for certain setups? It gets the job done without breaking the bank.

Wrappin’ It Up — Know What You’ve Got

At the end of the day, your plumbing system’s kinda like a team — each pipe has its role, and when they’re all doing their job, you don’t have to think twice about it.

Whether your house is full of shiny new PEX, good ol’ copper, or some mystery metal pipe that looks like it came off a battleship — we’ve worked with ‘em all.

If you’re not sure what’s runnin’ through your walls — or you think it might be time for an upgrade — give us a shout.

We ain’t fancy. But we’re local, we’re real, and we do the job right.Give us a shout at 214-287-0445 or holler at us through the site.

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