California Caught in Debate Over Acceptability of PEX Piping
Issue: 2/04
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has pledged to resolve the issue of whether or not builders will be allowed to use plastic piping to deliver water in new residential construction in the state. The governor seems to be embracing the idea that plastic construction piping should be permitted as a less expensive alternative to copper. Union plumbers, however, disagree, saying plastic piping could threaten public health and safety.