Pin hole leaks in water pipes. FAQ

Thank you for stopping by, Susan!

Epoxy pipe lining is one of those technologies that requires careful consideration before plunging into, pardon the pun.  I agree, it can be a true money and hassle saver in many situations but it is very easy to get overly excited while talking to the salesmen and miss some of the details. For example, many of the more responsible vendors do warn their customers that in some cases a combination of lining and re-piping may still be required. Re-piping after the fact (on already lined pipes) can range from difficult to impossible. There's still a considerable amount of work involved (removing fixtures and faucets, exposing the epoxy entry/drainage points, etc.) so it's not exactly a plug-and-play type solution.   The technology really shines when there's no access to the pipes whatsoever. Multi-tenant, multi-story, industrial, old and historical buildings with questionable pipes are some of the prime candidates for lining.  Single family homes? Well, maybe no so much. It's hard to tell about your pipe distribution but your pipes may actually be rather accessible in many spots and, if looked upon carefully, replacement may not necessarily be such a huge deal. 

Additionally, you don't have to replace with similar copper pipes - there are many other solutions out there, including flexible PEX tubing for example, which can be used to create a different water distribution system that offers other advantages in addition to being leak-proof.

We do have some of the discussions about the matter. Here is one example:

To balance the point of view, I wanted to include a Youtube video about epoxy pipe lining from Curaflo. It does have  some of the traditional marketing stuff in it but also talks about pros and contras, so it's one of the more balanced ones.  

There is a metal clamp on the within that the water utilities use to fix leakage. They fit over the tube - you do not have to cut the tube - and secure up tight. You can get one at a plumbing system shop. Do not ask Home Depots for guidance because they don't have an idea.

I often experience this in our basement. Leaky pipes can be really troublesome at times since damages can happen all of a sudden. This is the reason why we must always check our pipes to detect possible leaks. 

I think first of all you need to make sure that you can see where the leak is in the pipe and determine its size. After that you need to go to the auto parts store to buy the parts to make the repair: a piece of soft rubber and the tight seal for the leak and a hose or gear clamp. An alternative option is epoxy pipe lining as it protects your pipes and prevents it from erosion and corrosion that are responsible for the pinhole leaks. Call a professional near your locality if you are not able to recover it by yourself.