Plumbing
Braided Flexible Water Hose (Flexi-Pipe)
Stainless-steel braided flexible hose connecting wall angle valves to faucets, toilet cisterns, and appliances.
What is Braided Flexible Water Hose (Flexi-Pipe)?
A flexible plumbing hose consists of an inner synthetic rubber tube reinforced with an outer braided stainless-steel sleeve. Material fatigue or high nighttime water pressure can cause it to burst, making it the #1 cause of apartment floods.
When you encounter it in an emergency & typical cost
Preventive replacement is recommended every 5 to 8 years. Emergency replacement: €60-90.
Arrival within 20-35 minutes
Related technical terms
Shut-off Valve →
Valve that cuts off the water supply to a specific area or to the entire home.
Water Leak →
Uncontrolled escape of water at any point in the installation: visible, hidden, or silent loss.
Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) →
Regulator valve that stabilizes incoming mains water pressure to prevent burst pipes and dripping water heaters.