Hi, I am working for a contractor and entry level for roadway construction.
I am curious why all specifications called out for copper pipes for all lateral, although the mains are PVC pipes.
Please help me to better understand the piping construction.
vty,
YC
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Questions:
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1. Does that mean the client approved the visible cold joints...
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