Dave Laird Master Licensed Plumbing & Heating

13/03/2026

14/09/2025

WE Can Transition from Galvanized pipe to copper or Pex on potable water lines WITHOUT smashing a wall or ceiling to get to the closest Treaded fitting -

09/12/2024

There is a possibility that PEX piping could contribute to microplastics in your water supply. Pex plastic can degrade and release microplastics into the water.
Here are some things to consider:
* The age of the piping: Older pipes are more likely to release microplastics.
* The water temperature: Hot water can accelerate the degradation of the plastic.
* The water quality: Chemicals in the water can also accelerate the degradation of the plastic.
If you are concerned about microplastics in your water supply, you can take the following steps:
* Install a water filter that is certified to remove microplastics.
* Consider using a different type of piping, such as copper
It is important to note that more research is needed to determine the full extent of the problem of microplastics in drinking water. In the meantime, it is a good idea to be aware of the potential risks and take steps to minimize your exposure.

08/12/2024

Furnace or Boiler Condemned? Red Tag A or B?
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08/12/2024

Furnace or Boiler Condemned?
Red Tag A or B?
Get a Second Opinion From Us
Licenced Gas Technicians

25/09/2024

The customer Thought This was Water damage to her Hardwood floors from the Heating pipes underneath But it was termite Damage

24/09/2024

Here's a Study from Scientific Research done in 2021 in Mumbai explaining the Effect of Chlorine on Polymer Piping and the Subsequent Stages of Degradation On the pipe wall and the factors contributing to the caausation causation

Discover the impact of chlorine on polymer materials in the water industry. Learn how to select the right polymer and predict its performance in chlorinated water. Explore degradation mechanisms and life expectancy models for optimal maintenance planning.

24/09/2024

You Can See The Cracks -This is Wisboro Pex A

24/09/2024

PEX PIPE FAILURES DUE TO CHLORINE/HEAT/PRESSURE

Chlorine Degradation Near PEX Fittings
Improper installation is a common cause of leaking in and around PEX fittings, but not the only cause.
One issue PEX systems have to contend with is incompatibility with local water conditions. PEX is not inherently compatible with chlorinated drinking water, so the material is infused with antioxidants during the manufacturing process that protect PEX pipes and fittings from chlorine. However, these antioxidants are “sacrificial” in that they are consumed by the action of neutralizing the chlorine in the water.
The longer the pipe is in service, the fewer antioxidants remain to combat the effect of chlorine on the pipe. Plus, multiple factors can accelerate the depletion of antioxidants, including aggressive water conditions, UV light exposure, pressures above 80 psi, and temperatures above 140° F. Accelerated chlorine degradation can result in pinhole leaks in PEX pipes and fittings relatively early in their expected life.
Abrasions or cracks that develop through the pipe wall or “popcorning” discoloration of the surface of PEX pipe are signs of chlorine degradation. Unfortunately, because the water flowing through the system is the ultimate cause of the leak, this problem is likely systemic and may require a repipe to fully address.
While these failures actually occur in the pipe, they can appear more frequently near fittings. This may be because of the additional stress the pipe is under near a fitting, especially with expansion fittings. Another potential cause of concentrated chlorine failures near PEX fittings is the turbulent water flow exiting the insert fittings which may accelerate the degradation reaction between the chlorinated water and the PEX piping.

16/11/2023

Just love blocked horizontal kitchen lines in finished basements

18/09/2023

low loss header and Eko KIng Heating boiler replacement in 100+ year old House

28/02/2023

Repairing Heating lines with Mega Press and Pro Press-No Threading or No Soldering