Posted on October 13th, 2026
Congratulations on buying that charming older home! It has character, mature trees, and perhaps a wraparound porch that makes your heart sing. But beneath those gorgeous original hardwood floors, a sinister plot might be brewing in the form of decades-old plumbing. If you have started noticing strange gurgling sounds, mysterious damp spots, or water pressure […]
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Posted on November 7th, 2024
Cast iron pipes were once a popular choice for plumbing systems due to their durability and fire resistance. Installed in many homes from the early 1900s through the mid-1970s, cast iron piping was initially expected to last for up to 50 years or more. However, many homeowners with these older plumbing systems are now discovering […]
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Posted on February 15th, 2023
Cast iron pipes have been a popular choice for residential plumbing for many years due to their durability and longevity. However, like all materials, they do have a finite lifespan and eventually need to be replaced. Deterioration of cast iron pipes is normal after just 25 years, so homeowners should conduct routine inspections. An estimated […]
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