At Custom Plumbing of Arizona, slab leaks are one of the most destructive problems that we help our clients solve. Our slab leak detection service gets to the root of the problem quickly so that we can stop the damage before it gets too bad.
Want to learn more about this serious problem so you can be prepared? Keep reading our blog below.
What Is a Slab Leak?
A slab leak is plumber-speak for when a water line below the concrete foundation of a building has developed a leak. These leaks can occur on the pressure or drainage side of a home or business. Leaks that develop on the pressure side are usually easier to detect, but they can cause significant damage if you don’t know the signs. On the drainage side of the building, slab leak detection can be a bit more difficult. Such leaks can go on for years and literally cause the foundation of a home or commercial building to collapse from the erosion.
Common Slab Leak Causes
It’s not always possible to determine what causes a slab leak, but here are a few common causes.
Damage from Installation
It’s not uncommon for pipes to sustain damage that goes undetected when they are installed, whether this is during home building or pipe replacement. It is also possible that the pipes were installed incorrectly from the beginning. When this happens, serious problems can occur.
Shifting Foundation
The solid ground your home or business sits on might seem pretty solid to you, but it is, in fact, constantly shifting. When the ground surrounding your home begins to move, your pipes could become damaged from changes in pressure.
Corrosion
Perhaps the number one cause of slab leaks is everyday, normal corrosion. Not only can your pipes react to the water running through them, but also they can react to the soil where they are buried.
Signs You Have a Slab Leak
If you think that you have a slab leak on your hands, keep an eye out for the following signs:
- An unexplained increase in your water consumption
- Moisture under carpeting
- Visible mold or the smell of mold
- Low water pressure
- Cracks in the walls of your foundation
There are many other things that could signal that you have a leak beneath your home or business’s foundation, such as the sound of running water when your water is turned off or standing water around the outside of the building in question. If you are unsure about something that is happening with your plumbing, you should contact a professional.
Ask Us about Our Slab Leak Detection Services
If you think your home or business might have a slab leak, don’t waste another second. Get in touch with Custom Plumbing of Arizona today and prevent irreparable damage from occurring with our slab leak detection services.