In the late 1970s
and early 1980s
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 its 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 a known 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.