In the late 1970's and early
1980 a number of New Zealand homes were constructed using Dux Quest
Plumbing piping. The product was removed from the market because there
were problems with pipes bursting and leaking water into home.
As the Dux Quest piping ages it's plastic breaks down and deterioates
with time. A lot of owners with this plumbing product have come home to
burst pipes in their house and many insurance companies will ask you
replace all your piping because it is aknown problem.
It is recommend that you check to make sure any house you are
purchasing does not have Dux Quest Plumbing.
What to
Look For
Dux Quest piping is a black plastic
pipe. Always ask your real estate agent or house owner to confirm if
the house you are looking to buy has any Dux Quest piping. If you are
unsure, get a certified plumber to check over the plumbing before you
purchase.
If you do decide to puchase a house with Dux Quest piping you will need
to submit a reduced offer based upon the cost of replacing all the
piping. Be sure to get a quote from a plumber if piping needs to be
replaced. |