Repair & Leak Detection Dayton

Signs You Need to Fix a Leaking Pipe

Many don’t know they have a household leak until they see it, such as observing water dripping from faucets or pooling around the base of a fixture. Even a small leak eventually produces enough stagnant water to eat away at floorboards and surrounding structures.

Other leaks are visible only by water stains on your walls or ceiling. Most of a house’s plumbing rests behind the walls, meaning if a pipe bursts, the drywall thoroughly absorbs the moisture, creating visibly darkened splotches. If large amounts of water pass through the busted pipe, you may also notice droplets streaming down the wall or falling from the ceiling.

Other signs there’s a leak include:

• High Water Bills: It takes a lot of energy for your system to filter and treat water, and the more water your house loses through a leak, the more energy and water you waste.
• Fungal Growth: Stagnant water creates a breeding ground for bacteria and fungi like mold and mildew. Not only do the fuzzy contaminants discolor your floors and walls and leave a musty odor, but they prove a health risk. The particles can become airborne and affect your respiratory system or aggravate your allergies.
• Running Water Sounds: Dripping or running water sounds signal a water leak and often require a pipe leak repair.
• Ticking water meter: Water meters only tick when you’re using water. If you notice it is ticking continuously, there’s likely a leak.
• Cracked foundation: Cracks in the basement concrete slabs indicate a leak. Water beneath the foundation causes hydrostatic pressure against the surface, resulting in uneven or cracked concrete.