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Free tools built from 30+ years of NYC plumbing experience. No email required. No BS. Just useful information.
Project Cost Estimator
Get a ballpark estimate for your NYC plumbing project. Factors in building type, borough, and scope of work.
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NYC Pipe Materials Guide
NYC bans PEX and PVC for water supply - here is what you can and cannot use, with costs, lifespans, and real-world pros and cons.
NYC Pipe Materials
Copper
NYC LegalWater supply lines, both hot and cold. The NYC gold standard.
Cost/ft:
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Pros
- NYC code compliant
- Corrosion resistant
- Long lifespan
- Reliable in pre-war buildings
Cons
- Expensive
- Requires skilled soldering
- Can develop pinhole leaks in acidic water
PEX
NYC BannedBANNED in NYC. Used everywhere else for residential water supply.
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Lifespan:
Pros
- Extremely cheap
- Flexible - easy to route
- Freeze resistant
- Fast installation
Cons
- Banned in NYC
- Rodent damage risk
- UV sensitive
- Potential chemical leaching concerns
Pipe Sizing Reference
Visual reference for pipe sizes used in NYC plumbing. Cross-sections at relative scale with usage, materials, and common issues.
NYC Pipe Sizing Reference
Click a pipe to see details. Cross-sections shown at relative scale.