Poly B Plumbing — Burnaby BC Resource
Practical articles on polybutylene pipe replacement, BC insurance requirements, and what Burnaby homeowners need to know.
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What Is Poly B Pipe — And Why Is It Still in So Many Burnaby Homes?
Polybutylene pipe was installed in hundreds of thousands of BC homes between 1978 and 1995. Here's what it is, why it was used, why it fails, and what to do if your Burnaby home still has it.
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Poly B and Home Insurance in BC — What Burnaby Homeowners Need to Know in 2026
BC insurers are increasingly cancelling or excluding coverage on homes with poly B plumbing. Here's exactly what the insurers are requiring, what documentation satisfies them, and what your timeline looks like.