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Commercial & Residential Service • New Construction • Boilers • Pumps • Water Heaters • Valves • Leaks, Breaks & Clogs

Commercial Plumbing

  • Boiler rooms & hydronic systems
  • Booster pump systems
  • Backflow testing & certification
  • Valves, leaks, repairs & maintenance

Residential Plumbing

  • Water heater repair & replacement
  • Leak detection, breaks & clogs
  • Filtration & water quality
  • Repipes & remodels

Copper Pipe Erosion & Pin-Hole Leaks

Over years of high velocity and turbulence, copper pipe walls can thin from the inside out. The photos below show real examples from local systems. Tiny pin-hole leaks start small, but can cause major water damage if left untreated.

Copper pipe interior erosion Copper pipe pin-hole thinning

Common Causes

  • High water velocity / turbulence
  • Poorly balanced recirculation
  • Water chemistry & pH issues
  • Galvanic reactions between metals

Our Approach

  • Inspection & diagnosis with photos
  • Targeted repairs or repipe planning
  • Balancing & maintenance programs
  • Preventative recommendations

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