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Galvanic Corrosion (Electrolysis)

When different metals are connected in water, an electrical reaction starts eating away at the weaker material. Over time, pipes fail and pumps can drop.

What you’ll usually notice

You may notice: – rust despite stainless components – holes forming in pipes – sudden pipe or column failure

What’s normally behind it

This usually happens when mixed metals are not isolated. Typical causes include: – stainless and galvanized components in contact – lack of dielectric separation – poor grounding

Why quick fixes don’t stick

Replacing pipes with the same materials without fixing the metal mismatch leads to repeat failures.

How this is normally handled

Water Usage Monitoring & Metering

This service diagnoses the real cause and fixes the system properly, not just the symptom.

What actually fixes it

This problem is normally handled by switching to compatible materials or installing proper isolation and protection systems.

What you can check yourself

You can check a few things yourself:
– inspect joints for pitting or white deposits
– look for localized corrosion rather than uniform rust

When to call someone in

If you see deep pitting or repeated pipe failure, corrosion is active and needs correction.

Why does my borehole water look dirty or sandy?

Dirty or sandy borehole water usually indicates poor borehole development, pump placement issues, or the need for proper sediment and media filtration.

Why do filters block so quickly?

Filters blocking quickly is often due to incorrect filter selection, unexpected water quality issues, high sediment loads, or lack of staged pre-filtration.

Why is my water pressure low?

Low water pressure is usually caused by undersized pumps, incorrect pressure settings, pipe restrictions, or supply limitations from municipal, borehole, or tank-fed systems.

Why does my pump keep switching on and off?

Rapid pump cycling is typically caused by pressure tank issues, incorrect pressure switch settings, leaks, or pumps that are oversized for the system demand.

When should I call a water system professional?

You should call a professional when problems repeat, systems behave unpredictably, pumps fail regularly, or when you need clarity before making costly system changes.