The Hidden Risks of PEX: Don’t Miss This Inspection Fuel 2026 Session

At Inspection Fuel 2026, the sessions aren’t just educational—they’re designed to sharpen your edge in a rapidly evolving industry. One standout you won’t want to miss: “PEX is the New Poly” with veteran inspector and nationally recognized educator Jon Bolton.

If you’ve been in the industry long enough, you know how materials once considered “safe” can quickly become tomorrow’s liability. This session dives straight into that reality. Jon Bolton brings decades of in-the-field experience to unpack the growing concerns surrounding PEX piping—an increasingly common material that’s starting to raise red flags across the inspection community.

With a career spanning back to 1998, Jon has seen firsthand how building materials evolve—and sometimes fail. He’s not just an inspector; he’s built and operated a multi-inspector company, authored industry books like Tactical Real Estate Negotiator and How to Be a Home Inspector Badass, and trained the next generation through his work with Home Inspection University–Florida. His sessions are known for being practical, direct, and packed with insights you can immediately apply.

In “PEX is the New Poly”, Jon breaks down the real risks inspectors need to understand—from litigation history and material failures to the science behind issues like chlorination degradation, UV exposure, oxidation, and chemical permeation. He’ll also cover how to properly identify PEX products in the field and, critically, how to craft disclosures that protect both your clients and your business.

This isn’t theory—it’s actionable knowledge that can help you avoid costly oversights and build trust with every inspection.

Events like Inspection Fuel are built around sessions like this: timely, relevant, and grounded in real-world experience. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of emerging risks, refine your reporting, or simply learn from some of the most experienced voices in the industry, this is where it happens.

Spots fill quickly, and sessions like Jon’s are always in high demand. If you’re serious about leveling up your inspection expertise, now’s the time to secure your place at Inspection Fuel 2026.