Assessing copper pinhole leaks in residential plumbing.
Pinhole leaks in copper tubes are a major problem for homeowners, and an aggressive conscientious effort by utilities is recommended to diagnose the problem and identify potential solutions. In a case study at one utility, pinhole leak frequency data was compiled and a methodology was followed that might prove to be a useful guide for those facing similar problems.
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D003300:Copper; D003343:Corrosion; D004868:Equipment Failure; D006798:Housing; D008422:Materials Testing; D014881:Water Supply
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