Leaks within your home can be very damaging not only to your pipes but also to your ceilings, floors, and foundation.
Slab leaks are especially dangerous because they are often located in hard-to-reach areas that are not easy to detect.
WHAT IS A SLAB LEAK?
A slab leak, is a leak in the water line that occurs underneath the concrete slab of the floors of your home. Water leaking in this location can cause severe damage to the foundation and floors of your home, these leaks may lead to long-term damage as they can be difficult to detect.
Slab leaks can be caused by:
- Contraction or Expansion of concrete
- Shifting foundation
- Weak water lines
- Sudden change in temperature
- Faulty pipe installation
- Chemical Reactions
SIGNS THAT YOU MAY HAVE A SLAB LEAK
A slab leak can be difficult to detect as they occur underground, but there are some signs that can help you indicate if a slab leak is present:
- A unexpected high water bill
- Unexplained puddles of water in your yard
- Reduced water pressure
- Movement on your water meter while the water inside the home is turned off. If the meter is still moving, you most likely have a slab leak.
- Puddles or dampness accumulating on the floors inside your home
- The floor feels warmer than usual
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