What Causes Plumbing Pipe Corrosion and How to Spot It
PVC or polyvinyl chloride plumbing pipe has essentially eliminated corrosion in plumbing supply and drain lines, but plenty of homes still have old galvanized pipe. Copper isn’t immune from corrosion, either, but it’s sometimes easier to spot than corrosion on galvanized metal. When inspecting the plumbing in older homes or new ones that use copper,…