01/15/2024
This is hard water build up. Hard water cause a myriad of problems for your plumbing supply and fixtures. The danger in sub zero weather is that the amount of water needed to freeze is far less than the actual pipe size. Freezing water can produce pressures upwards of 30,000 Psi easily bursting copper pipes, pex fittings, hose spigots, or fixtures. similarly this scale cause break free from the temp changes also causing fixtures to clog. Please monitor your plumbing during this cold snap. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Pro Pipes.
