really feel with regards to
unclog bathtub?
Pioneer Plumbing has built a reputation of honesty with our long time returning customers. We’ve found that “doing the right
thing†in all aspects of our company has brought us to where we are today, and will continue to guide us into the future.
Don’t hesitate to call and ask us any plumbing, heating, ventilation, or gas related questions. Chances are if you have a
tricky issue, we can solve it.
We have a few goals for our clients. One is to be available for you. It is very uncommon that when you call us we are unable
to make it within the same day. We give our repeat customers priority service so if you’ve used us before and you have an
emergency, we are going to do what we need to, to get someone there.
Two is to be upfront and honest. From our quotes to our service techs on site, we don’t like to beat around the bush. We will
let you know our concerns, our recommendations, and our opinions on how we would handle each situation as if it were our own
residence where the problem occurred. We won’t tell you the job is only a 2 hour repair when we have had situations where it
turned into an all day repair.
Three is to stand behind our installations and repairs. With mechanical work, it is very common for jobs to get larger or go
sideways as you get into them. If we give you a quote we will stand true to the price, if we complete a job for you and you
are unhappy with the finished product, we will come back and make it right. In return, all we ask is that you communicate
with our office respectfully and honestly so that we can make sure at the end of the day you are happy with our services!
So next time you have a plumbing, heating, cooling, or gas question, repair, or installation you would like quoted, give us a
call! Were here to help.
5 Main Types of Plumbing Pipes Used in Homes
Whether hiring a plumber or taking on a do-it-yourself plumbing project, the experience can be confusing because of the
choice of several types of plumbing pipes. Eventually, pipes' uses tend to blend together. Which type of pipe should be used
for water supply, drainage, sewer, and even for the exterior? The answer is not as clear as it may have been in the past when
the main pipes of choice were galvanized steel or cast-iron.
PEX Pipe
PEX, or cross-linked polyethylene, pipe is one of the newest and most popular pipes to hit the plumbing market. PEX is used
only to supply water. PEX is a pipe that is rigid enough to withstand the pressures of water supply but flexible enough to
weave throughout walls, ceilings, basements, and crawlspaces. PEX has truly delivered water-supply plumbing into the hands of
do-it-yourselfers and professional plumbers.Pros
- Color-coded red for hot water and blue for cold water
- Highly flexible, with 90-degree curves possible
- Attaches with push-fit plumbing fittings, among other types
- Inexpensive
- Able to join with copper pipe
- Cuts easily
Cons
- Long-term capabilities untested
- May leak with push-fit plumbing fittings
- Cannot be recycled
PVC Pipe
PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, pipe is a drain or vent line type of plumbing pipe. PVC initially gained popularity because it
was lighter and easier to work with than traditional galvanized steel pipe. PVC pipe is moderately easy to install and
requires little more than a hacksaw and a miter box to cut. PVC glues together with solvents.Pros
- Diameters clearly marked on the white surface of the pipe
- Inexpensive and can be used for long runs such as for irrigation
- Easier to work with than steel or copper
Cons
- The pipe cannot be unjoined and must be cut
- Glued pipes can be prone to leaking
- Degrades in sunlight
Rigid Copper Pipe
Rigid copper is often used for water supply plumbing contractors lines within the home. Rigid copper is easily cut with a hacksaw or with a
special copper tube cutter. The connection is a different matter, as it requires a practiced hand to solder copper pipe
together. Rigid copper pipe is great for water supply because it does not come with any health risks.Pros
- Though it is called rigid, this pipe can be slightly bent
- Handles heat well
- Stands up against intense pressures
- Easy to recycle and waste copper pipe even has monetary value
Cons
- Difficult for do-it-yourselfers to work with due to soldered connections
- Expensive
- Develops pinhole leaks
- Inside of pipe may eventually corrode and impede water flow
ABS Pipe
ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) pipe is mainly used as a vent and drain line. ABS pipe looks very much like PVC pipe,
except that it is black and slightly softer.Pros
- Stronger than PVC pipes
- Good for underground exterior use
- Works well in cold temperatures
Cons
- Often not permitted by building code
- Warps and deforms at certain temperatures
Flexible Copper Pipe
Flexible copper pipe or tubing is used for final runs to water heaters, refrigerators, and some sinks. Flexible copper is
used only for short runs and can be cut with ease with a hacksaw. It can be bent to fit around corners.Pros
- Fits in tight, unusually shaped areas
- High heat tolerance
Cons
- Expensive
- Thin and prone to breaking
Galvanized Steel Pipe and Cast Iron
Two additional types of pipe are sometimes found in older homes and are infrequently installed, especially by do-it-
yourselfers: steel and cast iron pipe.
Galvanized steel pipe was used for decades for drainage, water supply, gas supply, and any number of other purposes. While
galvanized steel pipe is still around (particularly for gas supply) it is far less used and is never used for water supply in
new construction or remodel projects. Each end of the pipe is threaded, and individual pipes are screwed into each other with
connecting joints.
Cast iron pipe was often used for sewer and other drainage purposes. Cast iron pipe is still found in many homes. Cast iron
pipe is viable until the point that it rusts completely through. Cast iron is very heavy and difficult to cut. Retrofits tend
to replace cast iron pipe with rigid plastic pipes such as ABS.Pros
- Galvanized steel pipe has the advantage of being extremely strong.
Cons
- Galvanized steel pipe eventually corrodes and blocks water flow.
- Some galvanized steel pipe may pass lead into the water supply.
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As professional Vancouver plumbers we're able to take care of any of your home service needs, including routine maintenance, installation, repairing leaks and any
kind of plumbing work in commercial and
residential environments. Toilet, tap or tub… no matter what you are looking for you can call on us
to send a registered plumber to
take care of everything in a competent and courteous fashion.
Emergency Plumbing
Repairs can run from the minor variety - for instance a dripping tap - to more significant ones that are, or
possibly could become,
devastating. Our professional team
of plumbers have got the skills, tools and experience to
solve almost any challenge that you experience, and they're experts at pretty much anything from leak detection to new
pipework.
We're able to immediately take care of all kinds of plumbing problems which could arise at your home or business premises. For
any plumbing emergencies, get on the phone to us. We have always got an emergency 24 hour plumber available on
call and will dispatch to your
property as quickly as is
possible. Any time of the day or year, you
will be able to rely on us for patient and
punctual support in your time of need. We realise just how stressful
plumbing issues tend to be, especially when it's an urgent situation
after the regular business
day.
Installations of All Types
We at Pioneer Plumbing have a
lengthy history of good quality workmanship. Regardless of whether you need
to have some pipe insulation, or a brand new
tub installed, or you need an installation or a total re-
pipe in a commercial or
residential premises, we've got the skills and the practical experience to make sure that it is done according to the
appropriate regulations.
We're also an established leader for upgrading plumbing systems in older properties,
something we have been doing for
quite a while now, particularly in some of the amazing homes in the West End of Vancouver.
Our residential and commercial plumbing service is the best choice for either
contemporary homes or heritage homes across the greater Vancouver district.
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