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Lead and Galvanized Pipe Replacement in Harrisburg, PA
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Old Pipe in Older Homes
Many homes in Harrisburg were built when lead service lines and galvanized steel pipe were common. Galvanized pipe rusts inside, which narrows it and cuts water pressure. Lead service lines are a health concern, and water utilities across the country, including Capital Region Water, have been working to identify and replace them.
How to Tell What You Have
Look at the pipe where it enters your basement, before the meter.
- Lead: dull gray, soft, a key scratches it to a shiny silver, a magnet will not stick
- Galvanized steel: gray, hard, a magnet sticks, threaded fittings
- Copper: reddish brown like a penny
- Plastic: white, blue or black
If you are not sure, a plumber can check, and you can ask your water utility about the records for your address.
Old pipes? Ask a local plumber.
Call (717) 297-8724Replacement Options
| Job | What it covers | | Service line replacement | Pipe from the curb or meter into the house | | Partial repipe | One section, like a bathroom or kitchen run | | Whole house repipe | All supply lines in the house |
Ask the plumber about permits and whether any utility replacement program applies to your address.
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Lead & Galvanized Pipe Replacement Near Harrisburg
We take calls from Harrisburg and nearby towns, including Camp Hill, PA, Mechanicsburg, PA, Hershey, PA, Hummelstown, PA, Lower Paxton, PA.
FAQ
Lead & Galvanized Pipe Replacement FAQs
How do I know if I have a lead service line?
Check the pipe where it enters the basement. Soft, dull gray pipe that scratches shiny may be lead. Ask your water utility and a plumber to confirm.
Why is my water pressure so low?
Galvanized pipe that has rusted inside is a common cause in older homes.
How long does a repipe take?
It depends on the house. Many take a few days. The plumber will give a timeline after inspecting.
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Old Pipes in Harrisburg?
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