Is there a quick cheap patch? I am totally broke. I was wondering if there is a plumbing tape or something that can buy me some time.Thanks
Get a utility Knife, some Garden hose and a hose clamp. a hose clamp can be gotten at Wal-mart for about $5 usd for a variety of sizes. Ciut the garden hose at about 2 inches with the utility knife and put a slit lenthwise it the hose also. Wrap the hose around the hole (it's better if the water is on for this, that way you know when you've got it.) Then put the correct size of hose clamp around it. Make sure the Hose clamp goes exactly over the pin hole. You can tighten the clamp enough so you can move it arround and get it over the hole. Tighten it down and wipe with a dry towel and look for any leeks. If you have leaks re-adjust the clamp and tighten. Now, pin holes don't usually develop in copper unless there is something wrong. If you dont fix the wrong thing you could have more. It could be a lot of stuff like dirt in the lines, it could be poor instalation like too much flux on or in the pipe.(If this is the case find a way to flush the line with hot water.) It could be bi-metal conductivity. If you have any other metal other than copperor brass touching the copper it will cause a small electric charge to be created and will eventually cause a deterioration of the copper.
USA There is a metal clamp with rubber on the inside that the water utility companies use to repair leaks. They fit over the pipe - you do not have to cut the pipe - and bolt up tight. You can get one at a plumbing supply store. Do not ask Home Depot for advice, they don't have a clue.
