Can I reuse these pipes or will I need new ones?

[Justice League]

I want to move these two 22m water pipes closer to the wall - the pipes were never chased into the plaster but fitted onto the wall. Now the plaster has been moved I was thinking of moving the pipes nearer to the brick and then covering with plasterboard.

Will I be able to reuse these pipes or will I need to fit new ones?

 

[ShaunCorbs]

As you need to move them fit new and don’t forget about expansion

 

[Justice League]

As you need to move them fit new and don’t forget about expansion

I am only moving them about 1-2cm closer to the brick wall. Should I have them touching the wall or just proud?

Expansion of the pipes? So I shouldn't cover them in plasterboard or make sure there is a gap around them?

 

[Pickwickpick]

They shouldn't be touching the brick wall, it can cause corrosion and damage to the pipes, the pipes should also be clipped to the wall to stop movement which can cause leaks at the fittings and annoying noises. If they are too proud with clips I would do a chase so you can get them to the right position.

 

[Ben-gee]

As above, use new pipe, chase into the brickwork, sleeve the pipe in felt stitch lagging too. No need to fill the chase if you are going to dot/dab plasterboard.