Is PVC pipe safe for drinking water?

"Plastic pipe such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride, used for cold water only), and CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride, used for both hot and cold water) have been around for years, and both are approved for use with drinking water. read more

The solution is to replace your pipes with an approved material such as CPVC (a stronger type of PVC), PEX, or copper. All of these are considered safe for potable water (by the government and standards bodies), though one can find claims online of all of them being toxic. read more

Using PVC materials for potable water is not a health risk! One possible issue with using PVC or CPVC for potable water is cleanliness. All pipes transporting potable water should be cleaned thoroughly before installation. read more