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Plumbing - Tracking Down a Pipe Leak by Alfred Ardis
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Plumbing - Tracking Down a Pipe Leak |
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They leak, sweat, make loud noises and freeze; no, not your kids- your pipes. When you think about your plumbing if you think about it at all, it is probably only when something goes wrong. That is usually when most of us realize that the part we cant see- the pipes can do a massive amount of damage to our homes when something goes wrong. A leaking pipe can drain your water bill and if it is leaking in the wrong place it can cause structural damage to your home as well. Here are some ways to tell if you have a leak going that you aren’t aware of. We are assuming you haven’t come home and found your kids floating on the couch cushions, so any leak at this point is probably undetected. There are basically two sources of water coming into your home, your bathroom and your kitchen, that you can check for leaks. Look for loose tiles in the bathroom. If you find a multitude of loose tiles lift them up and check the wall for a spongy feel. If you have a spongy wall you have a leak. You can also look for persistent mold and mildew. Check your tiles grouting lines. Are there gaps? Gaps probably mean mold growing there as well. Where there is mold or mildew there is a water source. You can also check around your toilet for water leakage. Another trick is to rock your toilet- does it move? It shouldn’t and if it does it means it isn’t secured right to the wax ring, which means a potential leak is occurring. Freezing pipes of course are more obvious. They tend to explode and leave a flood of water in your home; there is no missing this one. If you live in a cold climate you need to take the proper precautions to wrap your pipes and winterize them before the cold sets in. Once they freeze you will need to get professional help fast to try and prevent more damage from occurring when they burst. Now that you’re aware of your pipes, you are also aware that your knowledge is more limited on how to fix them than ever. You need a plumber. The easiest way to hire a professional plumber with a good reputation is to look at consumer driven web sites like Angie’s List. These web sites offer reviews of a business by the actual clients who use or used the service so you know you are getting an honest viewpoint. This can help eliminate a lot of future leg work and phone calls to try and find someone reputable in your area. The hardest part about plumbing should be maintaining it, not finding a plumber you can trust and with these tips you should be able to find a trustworthy professional in no time flat. In Dallas, plumbing emergencies and problems shouldn't leave you all wet. Find a plumber today at http://www.angieslist.com/.
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