Galvanized and Lead Piping
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Homes built prior to the 1950’s probably still have some lead or galvanized pipes, which can pose several problems and constitute a health hazard. You should replace all of this type of piping.
Galvanized PipingThis is steel pipe that is coated with zinc to resist corrosion. It is dull silver or grey in color and is threaded to appliances and at joints. In older homes it was commonly used for distribution within the house.
Problems associated with galvanized piping:
it leaks at the joints because it is thinner at the threaded connections
as the pipe wears, rust and minerals accumulate on the inside, restricting flow
water may appear brownish due to the rust
it corrodes quickly when it comes into contact with copper
it fractures more easily than copper
it has a limited life, which by now has expired.
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