This is Why Your Copper Pipes Change Color
Copper is a common material used in plumbing. In fact, copper piping has been used for a number of years. Most older homes are nearly guaranteed to have copper piping in them. You may expect this piping to be that coppery orange color. However, you may be surprised to learn that it has largely changed color over the years.
In this video, you will learn how and why this color change takes place.
When copper changes color, this means that it is being corroded. Specifically, the chemical process known as oxidation is taking place. The result is a mint green color. You can imagine the color of the Statue of Liberty that was also once a coppery orange. This corrosion may have worked out alright for the Statue of Liberty, but it is not a good sign for your piping. Corrosion can create unequal water pressure within your pipes which can expedite the process of corrosion even further. Eventually, your pipes may even leak. This is why it is important to call a local plumbing company to come take a look at your piping issues. Otherwise, the problem may simply get worse.
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