: : : : My home has steel piping throughout the house. : : : : Im planning on installing a new water heater myself. : : : : Is there a way I can connect new copper pipe to the existing : : : : steel pipes? Also, I have a lead pipe connecting my : : : : main from the outside. Do you think there is a significant : : : : health hazards? Do most plumbing professionals suggest : : : : replacing the lead pipe?: : : : Thanks, : : : : SteveSteve yes have the water tested an have the pipe replaced as soon as you can Lead pipes can cause health problems and brain damage this message sent from a plumber who knows the codes and cares about your families health
