 Pex and mice (by Still Learning [NH]) May 10, 2025 2:31 PM
 Pex and mice (by Ken [NY]) May 10, 2025 2:42 PM
Pex and mice (by T [IN]) May 10, 2025 5:31 PM
Pex and mice (by Robert J [CA]) May 10, 2025 8:33 PM
Pex and mice (by Just Tim [AR]) May 10, 2025 9:56 PM
Pex and mice (by Jim [CA]) May 11, 2025 4:28 AM
Pex and mice (by Scott [IN]) May 11, 2025 8:53 AM
Pex and mice (by zero [IN]) May 11, 2025 9:03 AM
Pex and mice (by 6x6 [TN]) May 11, 2025 11:03 AM
Pex and mice (by Deanna [TX]) May 11, 2025 12:29 PM
Pex and mice (by Mark [AL]) May 12, 2025 7:03 PM
Pex and mice (by Kathie [FL]) Jan 9, 2026 4:05 PM
Pex and mice (by Tim [CA]) Jan 9, 2026 4:47 PM
Pex and mice (by Dodge [PA]) Jan 10, 2026 3:42 PM
Pex and mice (by zero [IN]) Jan 11, 2026 7:33 AM
Pex and mice (by Steve [MA]) Jan 11, 2026 7:54 AM
Pex and mice (by Still Learning [NH]) Posted on: May 10, 2025 2:31 PM
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I know a lot of you use pex vs copper. Are you concerned with mice chewing through? Have you had any bad experiences with pex not lasting? --73.149.xx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Ken [NY]) Posted on: May 10, 2025 2:42 PM
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I have not had any problems with pex in any way, when i had a house freeze up in one spot the pex blew up like a balloon but when it thawed it went back to the original size and the pex never broke,faucets had to be replaced but not the pex --38.248.xx.xx |
Pex and mice (by T [IN]) Posted on: May 10, 2025 5:31 PM
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Lost count how many places I have used pex. # of times mice have chewed on the pex? Zero. --170.203.xxx.xx |
Pex and mice (by Robert J [CA]) Posted on: May 10, 2025 8:33 PM
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I had a girlfriend who's ice maker and refrigerator door water dispense went from under the kitchen sink filter system to the refrigerator via a 1/4" copper tubing. Every time the ice maker called for "water", the copper tubing would jump, causing the owners dog to attack.
But one day the dog was left in the parents kitchen with tile flooring as the family left for a family meeting. The parents had a clear plastic 1/4" water line to provide water to the refrigerator freezer. When that ice maker needed filling, the clean plastic line jumped and the dog attached that line. With the dogs teeth it snapped the plastic line in two. In the next 5 hours the water leak/damage exceeded $100,000. The parents had to move out and it took months to remediate/repair everything.
One little dog and 3 stupid adults equals months of discomfort and insurance claims. --47.155.xx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Just Tim [AR]) Posted on: May 10, 2025 9:56 PM
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I have not had a problem with mice, but did have a squirrel chew a hole in pex several years ago. --68.1.xxx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Jim [CA]) Posted on: May 11, 2025 4:28 AM
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Copper only no pex because of rodents. --99.23.xxx.x |
Pex and mice (by Scott [IN]) Posted on: May 11, 2025 8:53 AM
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I plucked the following off of an IFAN website (they sell plumbing supplies):
Case Studies: Real-World Observations
Several case studies have been conducted to observe the interaction between mice and PEX piping. In one study, a household with a history of mouse infestations transitioned from copper to PEX piping. Over a six-month period, there was no reported increase in gnawing activity on the PEX pipes, despite the continued presence of mice in the home. This indicates that PEX piping does not exacerbate rodent problems and may even be less susceptible to damage compared to other materials.
Prevention Measures: Protecting PEX Piping
Although PEX pipes are inherently resistant to mouse chewing, proactive measures can further safeguard the system. Installing PEX pipe in enclosed, inaccessible areas can minimize the risk of gnawing. Additionally, using rodent-proof insulation and barriers around pipes can provide an extra layer of protection. For example, wrapping PEX pipes with steel mesh or rodent-resistant tape can deter even the most determined mice.
Long-Term Durability and Cost-Effectiveness
The durability of PEX pipe, combined with its resistance to rodent damage, makes it a cost-effective choice for plumbing systems. Unlike materials like copper, which can be extensively damaged by mice, PEX pipes retain their structural integrity over time. This long-term resilience reduces the need for frequent repairs and replacements, translating to lower maintenance costs. In residential and commercial settings, the economic benefits of using PEX pipe are significant, especially in areas prone to rodent infestations. --162.204.xxx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by zero [IN]) Posted on: May 11, 2025 9:03 AM
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Never had mouse problems with PEX either.
Watching to see if anyone actually has had a problem like that. --107.147.xx.xx |
Pex and mice (by 6x6 [TN]) Posted on: May 11, 2025 11:03 AM
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As of yet I have not had this problem. --73.19.xxx.xx |
Pex and mice (by Deanna [TX]) Posted on: May 11, 2025 12:29 PM
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One squirrel. --172.59.xxx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Mark [AL]) Posted on: May 12, 2025 7:03 PM
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Squirrel problem in attic once.
--50.4.xx.xx |
Pex and mice (by Kathie [FL]) Posted on: Jan 9, 2026 4:05 PM
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The mice have throughly had field day with our pex pipes. As soon as we fix one leak it opens up another. We are on day 9 of replacing and fixing with new pex and shark bites. We live in the country so mice are a constant issue. We will be wrapping the pipes with garbage bags that are rodent resistant, putting cinnamon brooms under there along with spraying tomcat and traps. I hope this helps. We are in a 1500 sq double wide and had to remove all the insulation so that has to be replaced. --143.105.xx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Tim [CA]) Posted on: Jan 9, 2026 4:47 PM
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In my area, we've had a few instances of rats chewing through it causing a fair amount of damage. I like sweating copper instead. --174.208.xxx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by Dodge [PA]) Posted on: Jan 10, 2026 3:42 PM
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No Pex and rodent issues here (1st PEX install about 10years ago)
--174.59.xxx.xxx |
Pex and mice (by zero [IN]) Posted on: Jan 11, 2026 7:33 AM
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I have had no Pex vs mice problems at all.
Last month I did have my first problem with dezincification tho.
Brass tee sprung a leak. Now I am more than worried about all the Pex I put in over the years. Never used the plastic fittings as I worried they would not last.
Oops. --71.46.xxx.xx |
Pex and mice (by Steve [MA]) Posted on: Jan 11, 2026 7:54 AM
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Still Learning, I've been using Pex A for domestic water & heating line for years without any issues from rodents. IMO an added bonus is that I've never had anyone break into a building to steal Pex like I've had with copper pipes. --71.174.xx.xx |
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