Coastal air and salty winds around Geelong can accelerate corrosion of exposed plumbing and warm water systems

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Coastal air and salted winds around Geelong can increase rust of revealed plumbing and hot water systems, shortening system life-spans and increasing upkeep requirements for anodes, valves, and exterior pipework.