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Old 05-23-2016, 10:29 PM   #1
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Winter-proof plumbing?

Is it possible to install plumbing that can withstand below-freezing temperatures? What are the logistics this if it is possible?

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Old 05-23-2016, 10:59 PM   #2
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PEX is pretty much your only option if you want it to survive ice in the line and even that is questionable. Put an air compressor blow out on the line and get rid of the water inside the pipes for long term storage is what is normally done.
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Old 05-24-2016, 06:10 AM   #3
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If you're talking about living in it in the winter, you will have to keep all water both fresh and waste inside of a compartment that is heated is some way.
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Old 05-24-2016, 06:22 AM   #4
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I've thought of this issue, keep my fresh water in tank under my queen mattress, will a spray foam layer help with a black/grey tank I know they sell heating pads for starts at grow shops you can get them in almost any size I bought one that was 24x48. The rest was trying to run my lines internally.
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Old 05-24-2016, 09:51 AM   #5
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It might be cheaper to buy those electrical floor heating systems which come in a variety of sizes, and they can be cut to fit. It's the internet alternative to the hydronic floor heating systems. Just a thought. Haven't compared prices.
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Old 05-24-2016, 04:24 PM   #6
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Good solutions. I've got a fresh tank under the bed already, so that's good. I would assume that the black tank would be kept above reasonable freezing temperatures by the self-generated heat of the waste.

Another question: how do you all feel about drinking fresh water from a PEX pipe system?
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Old 05-24-2016, 05:11 PM   #7
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I think millions of households don't mind. Pex is used all the time for residential and commercial plumbing.

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Good solutions. I've got a fresh tank under the bed already, so that's good. I would assume that the black tank would be kept above reasonable freezing temperatures by the self-generated heat of the waste.

Another question: how do you all feel about drinking fresh water from a PEX pipe system?
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Electrically heated hoses and holding tank blanket are available just for this purpose.
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