I have heard mixed opinions of professionals, some saying that the tank is probably fine, others saying that the tanks generally only last 50 years or so and that the concrete gets brittle after a while.

They're brittle.

The cast iron can also rust out and cause leaks and it can be hard to adapt to once its rusted and brittle.

The extra money I make from that home was going to an account to build for a down payment.My goal is to not work a 9-5 til I’m old and brittle too.

They used a PVC pipe that is known to become brittle and break, particularly in colder climates.

When I opened the claim and Insurance company inspector went out there with my choice of licensed roofer they perform brittle test etc.

i stopped using plumbers putty years ago. it cracks just about a year later and becomes brittle. now, i just use the GE silicone or whatever the 7 year one is. no more issues.

You get old brittle hard lines, bad valves, or non standard parts and things can get out of hand fast.

Thanks for the encouragement @Edgar Martinez and @Shkeya Brittle I know yall will get it done if you stay after it!

Some event is going to come along and break this tenant down into little brittle bits.