How common are slab leaks?

1/7/2020 (Permalink)

Perhaps the most common cause of slab leaks is improperly installed or poor-quality pipes. If your water pipes were kinked, bent, or dented in any way during installation, the affected areas could cause the pipes to leak and potentially burst because of the abrasive properties of water flowing by over time.

What happen when a slab leak occurs?

A slab leak occurs when the pipes inside or underneath a home's foundation begin to leak. If left unattended, slab leaks can saturate the soil under your home, making your floors uneven and slowly sinking the building into the ground.

How bad is a slab leak?

Slab leaks can and will cause: Damage to your home's foundation. Slab leaks can weaken the structural integrity of the concrete and steel supports that comprise your foundation. Eventually, water pressure and leakage can cause you foundation to shift and move.

What are the signs of a slab leak?

• A sudden, unexplained spike in water bills.
• Water pooling where it shouldn't.
• Damp carpet or warped hard flooring.
• Mold or mildew (visible or just the smell)
• A decrease in water pressure.
• A hot water heater that's constantly running.
• Areas of the floor that are suddenly hot.

Repining the whole home or line is the best solution for repairing the slab leak and preventing future slab leaks. The plumber can terminate the leaking line, or all lines, running underneath the slab foundation and put in all new copper water lines.

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