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Most homes, especially older ones have galvanized piping, which
are iron pipes layered with zinc. Due to age the zinc coating
gradually wears away, exposing iron. The unprotected iron rusts
rapidly in the presence of water, just as iron rusts when it is
exposed to rain.
Things can get worse when water becomes dirty, and unpleasant to
drink and starts to smell bad. Major damage to the home can occur
by hidden leaks inside the walls, in the attic or under the house.
Another indication of corroded pipes can be rust spots on newly
washed clothes and linens.
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