Connecting PVC to cast iron is no easy feat. And it’s definitely not something I recommend the casual DIYer or homeowner do themselves. Although I understand there are a few reasons why someone might go to the internet to find out more information about connecting PVC to cast iron. So how do you do it, and is it a good idea? Why Connect PVC to Cast Iron? Why would someone be interested in learning how to connect PVC to cast iron? If you’re home was built before the mid-1980s, you most … [Read more...]
Cast Iron Pipe Life Expectancy: How Long Is It?
Most homes and buildings were built with cast iron sewer pipes until about the mid-1980s. And given that cast iron pipes have a life expectancy threshold, deciding whether or not to replace your cast iron system is a good question to start asking yourself. So what is the life expectancy for a cast iron sewer system? In our experience, at most, cast iron sewer pipes can last about 50 years. However, we’ve seen a 50-year-old system that was fine and a 20-year-old system that was falling … [Read more...]
