Prevent a Big Mess by Identifying a Leak Early
Valentine’s Day is here, and romance is in the air. And it seems that household disasters like water leaks somehow wait for the very worst time, like a romantic evening, to cause their chaos. Even a seemingly small leak can interrupt a fun and romantic evening at home. Even after the Valentine’s Day holiday, a water leak at home doesn’t get any less disruptive. This is why it pays to know how to identify and prevent a water leak in the house. Here’s how.
Signs of a Water Leak in the Home
Reducing the damage of a leak is imperative. Even a small leak in an inopportune place can cause thousands of dollars in damage to the home if it’s not identified and fixed quickly. Other leaks may not be causing tons of damage, but they can still be dangerous and costly. Here are a couple of signs homeowners have a leak in the home.
First off, homeowners should look and listen. Look for any wet spots on the walls and the floors. Listen for any sounds of running water or dripping. Those that think they hear a leak in the wall can make sure no one is running water in the home. If water isn’t being used, there shouldn’t be sounds of running or dripping water. It’s also good to check the water meter and the water bill to see if water usage has increased. Homeowners should also look for signs of mold or mildew inside the house.
Are Water Leaks Dangerous?
Not all water leaks are created equal. Some can be more dangerous than others. At the very least, a water leak is inconvenient and costly. At most, they can put members of the household in danger. One way leaks can do this is by causing mold and mildew to grow. This is especially dangerous for the very young, the elderly, and those with respiratory problems. Some people are deathly allergic to black mold, so it’s best to be on the safe side and get any mold removed and the leak fixed at once.
A water leak can also come into contact with electrical wires or outlets, presenting a danger of electrical fire. Most homes have fail-safes in place for such an occasion, but some older homes do not.
How the Pros Find and Fix Leaks
Some leaks are easy to find a fix. A wet spot or a crack in the wall. A soggy, overwatered area of lawn. A sagging ceiling. These are all indications of a leak. If the leak is behind a wall, a professional plumber will cut out some of the drywall to access the leak. Luckily, it’s easy to cut a new piece of drywall and get the wall looking normal after the repair is done.
Other leaks, like those underground or under the slab, can be harder to locate. In these instances, plumbers use special listening and camera equipment to locate the leak. Once found, they can determine how best to reach and fix it with minimal inconvenience to the homeowner.
About JD Precision Plumbing Services
JD Precision Plumbing has been serving Spring, TX, since 2010. Their expert plumbers are always on-time and equipped with all the tools they need to do the job. They offer no-hassle service and honest, up-front pricing on every job. Give JD Precision Plumbing a call today to learn more about their professional water line repair services in Spring.
