Galvanized/Lead Piping

Homes built prior to 1950 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 PIPING
This 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 accumulates 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