Many factors contribute to the problem of corroded copper pipes, an issue that necessitates swift and decisive action.
The wear of pipes can lead to corrosion, often resulting in leaks and diminished water pressure. As a result, you waste a significant amount of water, and ultimately, replacing corroded pipes is essential before they rupture and cause a flood in your home.
While sometimes corrosion on pipes is apparent externally, other times, the rust eats away at the inside of the pipelines, and the problem is exacerbated before you can figure it out. But we want to help you. So, before discussing our services, let us tell you more about the culprits of a corroded water pipe.
Have Your Spotted Signs Of Corrosion?
Various elements might instigate corrosion in copper pipes, often prevalent within home plumbing systems. Unlike plastic or concrete pipes, which are resistant to rust, steel and copper pipes are prone to corrosion. If the water pH in your area is low (less than 7), the high acid levels will eat away at the pipe, leading to leaks.
Another cause of pipe corrosion is high oxygen levels that corrode the pipelines through oxidation. When metal pipes oxidise, this can result in internal rusting and, consequently, pipe failure.
Moreover, if your piping systems are showing their age, it is beneficial to conduct regular checks for any signs of corrosion, as these systems, especially if older, can be more prone to wear and tear. Despite claims of safety, certain chemical drain cleaners can indeed lead to corrosion in your pipes.
Let Us Provide A Solution
Specific proactive steps can be undertaken to prevent corrosion in copper piping. Yet, pinpointing the precise cause, such as galvanic corrosion, is the initial step in solving the problem, and our professionals at Big Blue Plumbing are skilled in doing just that. We work 24x7 to cater to all your plumbing needs and offer a 100% guarantee for our workmanship.
Our team consists of highly trained and insured technicians proficient in treating corroded pipes. One of our strategies involves plumbers adding protective linings to metals, enhancing their corrosion resistance. In addition, we thoroughly clean the pipes at regular intervals to keep them in top-notch shape.
Should your pipes be irreparably damaged, we’d inform our clients following a thorough inspection and suggest a total pipe replacement.
