Older plumbing increases the risk of problems. There is a greater possibility of a burst pipe, lower water pressure, leaks, and poor water quality. Temperature Control provides plumbing upgrades to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of your plumbing system. If your home or commercial property’s plumbing is more than a few decades old, we highly recommend some improvements.
Update Your Plumbing with Services Through Temperature Control
It can be difficult to fully comprehend how significantly outdated plumbing is impacting everyday life. Temperature Control highly recommends scheduling a comprehensive inspection and evaluation from our fully licensed, bonded, and insured plumbers anywhere across Tucson, Casas Adobes, Catalina Foothills, Amphi, Flowing Wells, Oro Valley, Tortolita, and Catalina, AZ. We have the in-field experience, training, and specialized technology to uncover and resolve areas of concern. We provide honest answers and recommendations targeted at cost-effective solutions.
Here are three ways outdated plumbing presents a danger to your home and family:
- Water quality – Homes built prior to the 70s may still have galvanized steel lines. Those supply lines typically rust, resulting in brown, rusty water. While not a health hazard, rust causes stains to clothing, linens, fixtures, and even your hair. Along with an unpleasant taste and color, water quality issues are an indication that the functionality of pipes is degrading. Eventually, the buildup will restrict supply and reduce water pressure. As rust chews away the metal, leaks will form.
- Health concerns – As late as the 70s, lead pipes were used in construction projects. Lead plumbing creates a major health concern. If you aren’t certain what type of plumbing you have, be sure to test your water for lead levels. Sending a sample of the water to an EPA-certified lab provides accurate results. Schedule an inspection of your plumbing from Temperature Control for a thorough understanding of the system.
- Scaling – Limescale is a common concern in homes with metal supply lines and hard water. White, chalky, calcium carbonate build-up discolors fixtures and diminishes the efficiency of the plumbing. The increasing accumulation inside the pipes negatively impacts water flow and pressure. Pipes with significant amounts of limescale build-up may require replacement.
