Is Your Home in Need of Complete Plumbing Repipes?
Have you recently noticed that your washing machine is not filling up as quickly as it once did? Perhaps the water from the shower has slight brownish tint and you’re wondering what could be causing it? These are common problems, especially in older homes. You may have a low water pressure leak, small pinhole leaks, rusty pipes, or corrosion.
All of these problems may require a whole house repipe in order to return your water pressure to normal or to get rid of the brownish tint in your water. Is your house on a slab? This complicates things even more and makes it even more difficult for you to complete the job on your own. Moreover, if you do not have the necessary experience, you could just worsen an existing problem. The best thing to do if you find yourself in this situation is to ask a licensed professional at Liberty Plumbing and Septic for assistance.
What Causes Brownish Tint to the Home Water Supply?
The most common cause of a brownish, reddish, or yellowish tint to your home water supply is rust and corrosion within the home’s water lines. Rust and corrosion are the result of oxidation, which commonly affects iron pipe. While it does not create a health hazard, your water may taste somewhat metallic and the rust may cause some staining on your clothing when washed.
Other Indicators of Rusty Pipes
Rust is an indication that there is a corrosion problem in the water pipes. It needs to be addressed quickly before the rusted areas give way to leaks or cracks. If you have noticed the different color in your water for some time and now there is a loss in water pressure as well, the water pipes are leaking. It might be something as little as a pinhole at the moment, but unless it is fixed, the hole will only grow larger. Not only does this mean lower water pressure, you will end up paying for leaking water that doesn’t even reach your home.
The Solution
Complete plumping repipes are not a task for the traditional homeowner. This is especially true if you own a home on a slab. You will need to contact an experienced plumbing company who can replace the homes pipes quickly and correctly. PVC pipes are not susceptible to rust and are therefore the preferred replacement. Copper pipes are also an excellent choice.
An experienced plumber may also perform a leak detection test to see where the water is leaking from, too. They can pinpoint the location, but you may need to have the entire home repiped in order to prevent future problems. The plumbing company will determine the cause of the discoloration of your water and the loss in water pressure and determine the best course of action. Replacing the pipes now will help reduce the likelihood of more expensive problems in the future, such as flooding underneath your home.