Repiping
Affordable Whole House Repiping Services in The Chicagoland Area
Low water pressure could indicate interior corrosion, restricting water flow. The pressure builds up in the pipes, causing leaks and eventually water damage to your walls and floors.
If your home is older than 20 years old, your pipes might be corroded or leaking. Deterioration occurs over time if you have:
- Galvanized Piping
Steel pipes are galvanized when they are dipped into molten zinc, a coating that prevents rust. However, after decades of use, corrosion and rust build up on the inside of these pipes, which can cause problems.
- Polybutylene piping
Research indicates that polybutylene pipes are too fragile to withstand common disinfectants found in the public water supply and will quickly become brittle and crack from the inside out. This will eventually lead to leaks, and possible mold damage.
- Low-quality Copper Pipe
Low-quality copper pipes – Corrosion can be caused by electrolysis (stray electrical currents) formed by improper grounding or connecting dissimilar metals, such as galvanized to copper. These electric currents could wear the material or could cause pinholes.
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