What is a Galvanized Pipe?
Steel pipes that have been coated with zinc are known as galvanized pipes. This was done to prevent corrosion and rust. Before 1960, this was commonly installed in homes as an alternative to lead pipes.
Why is it a Potential Issue?
Galvanized pipes work fine once installed; however, after 30-40 years of being exposed to water, the inside of the pipe starts to corrode and rust. The worst part is that because it originates from the inside, the rust frequently goes undetected. The pipes can gather small amounts of lead particles, and this can go into your tap water.
Problems Caused by Galvanized Piping
Ways to Prevent and Solve This Issue
- Complete Re-Piping
If pipes are over 30-40 years already, it is preferred to replace them to prevent future issues. This is costly; however, it would cost you more if it becomes a larger problem in the future.
- Partial Re-Piping
This method is cheaper and faster compared to complete re-piping, and it stops the leakages and issues. However, this can still cause significant issues because the rust can still feed through the plumbing network.
- Pinhole Patch-Up
This is the cheapest method; however, this does not ensure that the problem will be totally resolved, as this is only a short-term solution.
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