Pipe Corrosion
Pipe Corrosion
Pipe Corrosion
Pipe Corrosion can reduce the life expectancy of your pipes, which can become an unexpected plumbing expense.
What are the possible causes of Pipe Corrosion?
-Premature Pipe Corrosion may be due to the pH level of the water. Low pH levels can make the water acidic, while high pH levels can cause the water to become alkaline.
-Dissolving solids such as sulfates and salts.
-The levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide.
-Suspended solids such as rust, sand, sediment.
-Pipe Corrosion can also be affected by the flow of water.
-Possibly high water temperature.
-It may be bacteria related.
-Other possibility may be poor plumbing workmanship.
The problem of having Pipe Corrosion can lead to problems such as affecting your water heater negatively, reducing the heater’s life span. The Pipe Corrosion can also cause pipe leakage and give your water some unsightly discolorations. Now, if you think that you may have an issue with Pipe Corrosion whether big or small, please don’t hesitate to pick up that phone and give your local friendly neighborhood All Pro plumber a call at (503)579-5555, we would be happy to find a solution to any and all of your plumbing needs.
