What is the best type of plumbing material?
Copper is very durable, and it has been the traditional plumbing material since the 1960s. Other materials have been introduced since then, but copper is still one of the best options. What is cheaper PEX or PVC?
PVC is less expensive to purchase than PEX, although it usually will cost you more in labor. - Outdoor safety. PVC is fine to use outdoors, even above ground - you just need to cover the exterior of PVC piping with a coat of water-based paint.