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Knowing the types of plumbing pipes in your home lets you take steps to prevent leaks, flooding, and potential health hazards. Polybutylene is prone to breakage, but it can be replaced with PEX, as it was here. Image: ilovebutter/Flickr.
For a reliable seal, you have to use the solvent that's formulated for the pipe. All of them contain aggressive solvents and adhesives, so beware of drips and spills. There are three common types of plastic plumbing pipe: PVC, CPVC and ABS. Each requires a different kind of solvent cement. The white or beige pipes (PVC and CPVC) also require a primer. You don't need a primer with black ABS pipe. Read the label to match the solvent cement to the type of pipe you're using.