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The Real Impact of Upstate Red Clay on Your Pipes

March 15, 2024
Upstate Plumbing Pros Team

The heavy red clay soil of the Upstate is known for its high expansion and contraction rates.

This seasonal "breathing" of the soil puts immense physical stress on your home's underground water and sewer lines. Over time, this shifting can cause copper lines to kink or PVC joints to separate, leading to a "slab leak." If you notice warm spots on your floor or an unexplained jump in your water bill, you may be feeling the effects of the Piedmont geography on your plumbing.

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