The shutoff valve for my water main has cracked.
As part of replacing it, I'd like to also replace the corroded copper pipe connected to it.
What would be the best way to replace the valve and corroded pipe without damaging the connecting pipes? What type of pipe should I replace it with?
Edit: cleaned up the pipes with some wire brushes and sand paper, and they're actually copper pipes!
In addition, I finally got a good picture of the "crack" in the shutoff valve, and it almost looks like there used to be a screw or bolt there…
Best Answer
I recommend that you first get to work with a spade or shovel and remove a lot of the soil in that area so you have room to work and better access to more of the piping that is shown.
THEN, shut off the water at the street meter and find a suitable place to cut out the old pipe and valve and replace with new material.
Then put a valve box around the repair instead of putting the soil back in the hole.