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Posted by Don on May 31, 2007, 6:32 am
"Robert Allison"> wrote
> If you think that the roof is important, then you should also consider
> your plumbing. Although, like placing IWS everywhere, it is not common
> practice, placing all of your plumbing pipes in PVC can keep that possible
> leak from becoming a disaster. I have seen many more homes destroyed or
> damaged by plumbing leaks than roof leaks. And I should know as I am in
> the insurance repair business (15 years or so).
>
> It is simple (like using IWS everywhere). Simply install 2" PVC pipe
> everywhere that you need water, then run your copper or PEX through the
> PVC. Should there be a leak, the PVC contains it.
>
> And hey, what about fire? It would probably be a good idea to encase all
> of your combustable materials in concrete. That way, there is nothing to
> catch fire except your personal property and that could be treated with a
> fire retardant.
>
> Don't forget about these other things and just add ICW. Remember, a little
> extra goes a long way to protect your quality home. Whats a few extra
> tens of thousands of dollars when your peace of mind is at stake?
Ya know, if you tack another $10k to the overall price for the
infrastructure and $5k for the schools (do it for the *children*) you'll be
close to describing a typical SW Florida home.
The kind that no one can afford.
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