How To Fix Corroded Water Pipes At Home

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Are your water pipes corroded and in need of repair?

As a homeowner, this can be an intimidating task to take on. However, with the right tools and knowledge, you can make quick work of fixing up those rusty pipes!

In this article, we’ll provide step-by-step instructions for repairing corroded water pipes at home so that you can get back to using clean running water again in no time.

Continue reading to learn more.

If you need immediate help with your corroded piping, you should reach out to a professional plumbing company, like Clover Services, for assistance.

How to Fix Corroded Pipes at Home

If your water pipes are severely corroded, there’s no need to panic. You can use this step-by-step guide to deal with the issue once and for all!

Step 1

First, you’ll need to shut off the main water supply line to your home and drain any remaining water from the corroded water pipes. Remember to wear protective gloves when handling the pipes and any other equipment used in this process.

Step 2

Inspect each pipe for signs of rust or corrosion. If you find any, use an abrasive brush to remove rust and a wire brush to clean away any corrosion. Make sure you thoroughly clean each corroded pipe before moving on to the next step.

Step 3

Use a metal file or sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges in order to ensure a tight seal when reattaching new pipes or fittings.

Step 4

Once all surfaces are free of corrosion and rust, it’s time to apply primer and joint compound around joints, threads, fittings, and other areas where pipes connect together. This will help create a more secure bond that will last for years to come.

Step 5

Reattach all necessary pipes, fittings, and connections using your joint compound as needed along with any new plumbing hardware purchased for the repair project such as clamps, valves, etc. Be sure to use plumbers tape on all threaded connections prior to tightening down nuts/bolts for maximum leak prevention.

Step 6

Turn on the main water supply back on slowly so that there is no pressure build up in the system which could cause further damage or leaks in weak areas of piping materials or connections that have not been sealed off properly during assembly of parts/fittings/etc. Monitor closely for leaks after turning on the main supply line again before considering this part of your project complete!

Step 7

Finally inspect all parts once again after normal usage has resumed for potential future maintenance needs such as replacing old joints with newer ones over time as these can become worn out eventually due to normal wear and tear no matter how well they were sealed originally upon installation in step number five above!

If you need assistance completing these repairs contact a professional plumbing service immediately! Professional plumbers are trained and experienced, allowing them to deal with practically any plumbing problem, including corroded piping.