Galvanized pipes, if previously used alongside lead, have the potential to absorb and then slowly release lead into the drinking water, a reality that can no longer remain overlooked. Notices have ...

Thousands of Connecticut residents have received notices from Aquarion warning them of lead, galvanized or unknown materials making up the pipes in their homes. The water company, which serves ...

SUSAN SHAPIRO REPORTS ON THE SURVEY, VOLUNTEERS WITH AMERICORPS. WE’RE DOING WATER INSPECTIONS ARE GOING DOOR TO DOOR IN LANCASTER TO INSPECT WATER SERVICE LINES COMING INTO HOMES TO SEE IF THEY ...

Residents must first locate their water meter. The next step is to press a magnet to the pipe. If the magnet sticks, the pipe is likely made of galvanized steel. Residents can scratch the pipe with a ...