Outside pvc pipe leaking


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Old 06-15-17, 08:09 PM
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Outside pvc pipe leaking

Outside of my basement I have two pvc pipes side by side. One is pressure relief for the hot water heater. The other is tied to the houses cold water supply. There is a fitting between the house water supply and the leaking pipe. This is not connected to the A/C drain system. I have a picture that might help. The hot water heater is 12 years old if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

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Old 06-15-17, 08:22 PM
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That looks like a PRV (pressure reducing valve). It should say it on it.
That reduces the incoming water pressure to a lower usable level.

If that is definitely the leaking pipe then it may need to be replaced.

Since this is like a one way valve..... it requires a pressure tank to be on the water heater. Otherwise when the water heater heats the water and it expands.... it can be forced out of unexpected places.
 
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Old 06-15-17, 08:25 PM
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If it's the drain from the heater then you'll need a new t&p valve or a new heater because something is wrong
 
 

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