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It’s not always that you will be able to detect water leaks by carrying out a visual inspection in your property. However, even when leaks spring in hard to spot areas, they usually leave telltale signs. If you spot the signs of a water leak on time, you can be able to remedy the leaks before they cause extensive damage in your property.
A tiny leak or a small occasional drip may seem like no big deal; it’s not really harming anything, right? However, what many homeowners don’t know is the hidden dangers of leaky water, and how even the smallest drips or leaks can translate into a hazardous situation.
Our professionals are well-versed in the dangers of leaking water, which is why we are available to call on 24 hours per day to fix pipe leaks before they turn into a more serious problem.
Leaky water will most commonly come from sinks, hot water heaters, or toilets, and perhaps even a combination of the three. Typically, they will first present themselves as an occasional drip difficult to spot, but the water accumulation they provide should be ceased all the same. Because these fixtures are those used within a household more often than any other throughout the course of any given day, they are given more opportunities to break down or malfunction, with leaks just being one common method of doing so.
When a leak is allowed to continue, or it goes unnoticed, water will begin to accumulate wherever the leak is located. A small amount of water may pose no threat, but as this leak continues the risk will become greater and greater.
The first risk posed is that of mold growth, and while some molds may be harmless, there are others which are particularly hazardous to your health. Mold loves a moist, warm, and dark area to call its home, and underneath sinks, in basements, or behind toilets just so happens to be a prime piece of mold real estate.
Mold can exasperate respiratory conditions such as asthma, worsen allergies, or even complicate cardiac disorders, so it’s always important to put a stop to mold growth even before it occurs.
On top of mold growth, a leaky pipe can also expose your wiring to water, which can lead to electrical fires. When wires have been exposed to excess moisture, they can begin to malfunction, and this malfunctioning can be devastating to your family and your home. We put a stop to these leaks as quickly as possible so your family’s risk is eliminated.
Plumbing issues will arise during the most inconvenient times and this is because it is the time when there is a lot of stress on your pipes.
Seasonal shifts, winter temperatures, or travel will push the plumbing system to the brink.
Below are some great tips that will help you in preparing the plumbing system for the cold-weather season when anything happens.
When the temperature drops during winter, the water inside can easily freeze, and this can lead to bursting of the pipes. The damage can be big if you are out of the house, with some being massive flooding of your home and damage to your rugs, furniture, and home structure.
If you want to reduce the risk of the pipes bursting, wrap the un-insulated pipes using foam. You can get foam tubes you’re your local hardware store. If the foam doesn’t have self-adhesive edges, use duct tape.
The best time to get your leaks repaired is now. You should do a proper check of the faucets in the kitchen, bathrooms, and any other rooms and see whether there are drips and puddles. If you notice any problem with the faucet, call a plumber so that the problem can be fixed.
If you are in a location that has hard water, then the sediment will build up in your tank, and this causes rust to start developing inside. The rust can then find a way into your cooking, drinking, and bathing water. If the hot water heater is too old or rusted, then you should think about a new unit before the winter season.
The best thing to do is disconnecting, wrapping up and packing away the garden hose until the return of warm weather. When you leave it connected, it can cause the water left inside it to freeze and expands, and this will also cause the freezing of the connecting pipes and faucets as well.
If there are interior shut off valves in your home that lead to outdoor faucets, then you should close them, then drain the water from outside lines. If there is water in the lines, it can easily freeze and result in a lot of damage.
The above tips will go a long way in helping you avoid pipe leaks. However, if you do get a pipe leak call a local plumber like us who can repair the pipe and clean up the water.
