Broken Pipe Causes Flooding and Water Damage in Hilo Home?

7/25/2023 (Permalink)

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One of the top causes of pipe failure on the big island is volcanic activity. For instance, volcanic gas emissions, volcanic eruptions, ashfall, and lava flows can all contribute to pipe failure.  Kilauea can release gas from the magma chambers and volcanic vents even during periods when there is no visible lava flow. When these gasses are dissolved in water, they can form sulfuric acid, and if this acidic acid flows through pipes, it can deteriorate the pipe material, leading to leaks or breaks.

Other ways volcanic activity can damage pipes is through ground shaking, which can stress underground pipes, and volcanic ashfall which can accumulate in pipes, causing blockages and damage to plumbing fixtures. When Kilauea is active, extreme heat from lava flows can melt or damage pipes, causing them to rupture or collapse.

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