Corrosion Issues
Water Quality Issues
Corrosion of Pipes and Plumbing Fixtures
The corrosion of pipes and plumbing fixtures can cause a bevy of problems with your water. Corrosion is the gradual decomposition or destruction of a material by oxidation or chemical actions, often due to an electrochemical reaction.
Corrosion starts at the surface or material and moves inward. Corrosion of iron or steel is commonly called rusting. A number of factors will accelerate corrosion, including:
Corrosion starts at the surface or material and moves inward. Corrosion of iron or steel is commonly called rusting. A number of factors will accelerate corrosion, including:
- Acidity (low pH)
- High mineral concentrations
- Stray current electrolysis
- Galvanic corrosion caused by dissimilar metals
- Dissolved oxygen content
- Water temperatures
Water Treatment
The following types of water treatment solutions are recommended for corrosion issues:
- Limestone chip filters
- Soda ash feeds
- Phosphate solution feeds
- Silicate solution feeds
- Oxygen scavengers
- Coatings
- Insulating unions
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