Well, that may explain a lot.PappaGun wrote:I used to work for a national home bulder and we did all of our homes with PEX.
Seriously, though, something else that you need to consider is whether your existing entrance water line was metallic and if it is being used for a ground by the power company, telephone, or cable tv. Texas' soil is notorious for not being a very good ground, especially during extended dry periods, and eliminating one good ground could compromise your lightning protection.