Lead Water Pipe Replacement Toronto

The City has been working hard to remove lead from the infrastructure, it may still be picked up from lead service pipes that connect your home to the water mains. Strict regulations are in place to control the amount of lead which occurs in potable water, and while massive investments have helped to reduce the levels of lead significantly, some pipework may still be problematic.

City of Toronto is responsible for the pipe that runs from the boundary of your property to the water main, but you are responsible for the section that runs from the boundary to your property.

Internal lead plumbing fittings may also be responsible for seeping this metal into your home.

How do you know that you have lead pipes and fittings in your home plumbing system?

You could identify lead pipes by their appearance. If unpainted, they will be soft and dull grey. Scrape the surface of the pipe gently with a coin or knife and you will see that a shiny, silver metal is exposed. The diameter will often be uneven compared to plastic or copper pipes.

The best place to look for lead pipes would be under the kitchen sink, or at the place where the the line enters your property.

Removing Lead From Your Water Supply

The longer water sits in pipes, the more lead is dissolved into the water. Therefore, water in unoccupied properties, or that sat in the pipes overnight, will contain higher levels of lead than that in an active plumbing system. If you have found that you do have a lead pipe, there are some things you may do to reduce the lead levels in your water supply, but ideally, you should consider lead water pipe replacement.

Lead Water Pipe Replacement Toronto

City of Toronto licensed plumbers are qualified and experienced in providing lead water pipe replacement services. By replacing your lead water pipes with PEX or plastic pipe, your home’s potable water supply will reach required drinking water quality standards. ABS is another fantastic pipe material for residential pipes, as they are light, easy to cut, and flexible.

When you call Anta Plumbing, we will send out a Toronto licensed plumber technician and a team to come assess your needs. Only licensed plumbers should work on your residential plumbing pipes, especially when it comes to lead water pipe replacement. The technician will advise you on your options and let you know where the new pipe should be laid, while also explaining the steps to you and providing you with an accurate estimate.

Our technician will inspect the trench, and all fittings on the line to see whether we should replace any lead with alternate materials for your health. Fittings should be dezincification-resistant. He will then ensure that pipework complies with the most current City regulations, before fitting a new stop-tap.

We use modern plumbing methods for lead water pipe replacement in Toronto. Instead of spending hours digging unsightly and inconvenient trenches, we use no-trench technology, which is quick and efficient, which will result in healthier water quicker, and there will be no additional costs to replace walkways, driveways or landscaping.

In addition to lead water pipe replacement, Anta Plumbing also offers a full range of other plumbing services. From pipe installations in new homes, to basement waterproofing, water filtration systems, hot water heaters and bathroom and kitchen renovations, we do it all.

Contact Anta Plumbing today for your lead water pipe replacement in Toronto. Our agents are standing by to take your call and our technicians are willing and able to improve your drinking water for your family’s good health.