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RonnieSikes
Jun 10, 2009, 04:36 AM
I have an old (30 years) old galvanized service to my home. The connector coming into the house (PVC) broke off and I need to repair it. What is the best way to connect old corroded galvanized pipe to PVC?
I know I need to replace service line, but cannot afford to do this at this time.
Thanks, Ronnie

speedball1
Jun 10, 2009, 05:58 AM
Does the galvanized pipe still have its threads? How was it connected before it broke?
Brass corrodes while galvanized rusts. If you have rusty threads, clean them up with a wire brush and transition to PVC with a galvanized coupling and a PVC male threaded adapter.Good luck, Tom

Milo Dolezal
Jun 10, 2009, 08:03 AM
Hi Ronnie, please, first tell us: is it drain or pressurized water pipe that you are dealing with ?