What could cause a slab leak?
The causes of slab leaks can be attributed to a number of possibilities. Before concrete slab foundations are poured, soft copper is laid in utility trenches according to design. Sometimes the soft copper can be kinked, over-bent, or dented. Also, the copper pipes may come into contact with other metalic materials which may cause an galvanic reaction, an electric exchange between two dissimilar metals. Aggressive water chemistry is another factor that is gaining more attention as a cause of pipe failure. Essentially, the chemicals which are used to make public water safe to consume are also leading to an adverse electro-chemical reaction. These reactions can cause de-filming of the beneficial mineral lining in copper pipes and expose the bare copper piping and soldered joints to the aggressive water supply. Our epoxy lining formula is not affected by aggressive water chemistry. With our epoxy lining, the water supply piping beneath your home’s foundation is protected by a superior, wat
