There are many factors that can cause water service lines to start leaking. In many cases the water sevice line has been buried in the soil for many many years, and eventually succumbs to the elements. Older lines were commonly installed with galvanized steel pipe, and many are still in service today. Galvanized steel lines eventually corrode through and begin leaking. It's also common to have build up of corrosion and elements on the interior wall of the pipe restricting water volume considerably. We often see 3/4" lines restricted down to 1/4", and customers experience what they believe to be low pressure. Galvanized steel is no longer an acceptable material for water lines, but galvanized steel lines are still allowed to be repair within limitations. It is generally recommended to replace them rather than repair them to avoid additional repair cost later on. We replace galvanized steel lines throughout Columbus and vicinity regularly. Recently we replaced a galvanized line that was installed in 1897. Plastic or Poly water service lines are very common today. Most builders initially install poly lines due to the material being very inexpensive. Poly lines are subject to embrittlement after years in the soil, and experience small cracks that begin leaking. Poly lines are also subject to penetration by rocks in the soil and pressure over the years that cause leaks. Another common problem experienced with poly lines is breakage from settling soil around the foundation, pulling down and putting pressure against the foundation blocks. Poly lines have been popular in the Columbus area since the 70's, and continue to be installed today. A1 Pro Services replaces poly lines every week, often in homes built less than 20 years ago. After 3 generations of waterline installation we have found that copper is the superior material for water service lines. Water service lines today are required to be installed with K type copper or poly material at a minimum depth of 42" below the surface. This keeps the waterline in adequate soil conditions to prevent freezing or excessive movement. Water service lines are installed with type K cooper material, which is softer, and has a thicker wall. Use of Copper for underground water service lines became popular in the 1960's, and even today we rarely repair a copper line, and full replacements are not needed. Coppers corrosive resistant property's, and strength and ductility are unmatched still today. It is for this reason that A1 Pro Services LLC recommends copper for water service line replacements, and we guarantee our new copper line installs against leaks for 20 years. A1 Pro Services has a low price guarantee and use the best material on the market, because we care about quality and value.

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