The Covington is an upscale retirement community located in Aliso Viejo, California. The community has facilities for both independent and assisted living, and includes a variety of luxurious amenities for its residents.
The Problem: Soon after the opening in 2004, the copper drinking water piping systems began to have pinhole leaks, progressing to the point of 3 to 5 leaks per week with repairs costing roughly $150,000 annually.
The property was faced with a tough task – finding a permanent solution that would not disrupt the lives and special needs of their residents. The Solution: ePIPE Lead-Free, Leak-Free™ Pipe Protection with Same Day Return to Service. The patented ePIPE process is solution for pinhole leaks, lead leaching and corrosion in drinking water piping systems.