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Leak Detection

Statistics reveal that approximately 1 in every 318 homes leaks out water due to various plumbing and mechanical faults. Slab leaks, running toilets, burst pipes and dripping faucets waste gallons of water, inflate water bills, and damage properties. Plumber Huston Texas offers early leak detection services to help you save on scarce water, money, and costly water related damages.

Leak Causes
-Inferior workmanship
-Substandard construction of piping and fittings
-Poor quality of building materials
-Poor plumbing maintenance
-Clogged drains, stopped sinks, pipe corrosion, worn out valves, loose fittings and other mechanical faults

Specific Slab Leak Causes
- Electrolysis - Incompatible soil may cause a chemical reaction with copper pipes
- Pressurized water may gradually wear out and split open indented pipe lines.

General Leak Facts
- Untreated toilet leaks will let out 90,000 gallons of water each month, and add about $500 to water bills
- A pinhead leak will discharge 360,000 gallons of water annually, enough to fill 12,000 bathtubs.
-A dripping faucet or leaky hose will waste up to 180 gallons of water per month and 2,160 gallons per year.
-A 1/8" pipe hole can leak out 2500 gallons of water in 24 hours.

Leakage Warning Signs
Plumbing leaks issue various warning signs for us to recognize and apply the right repair. Early leak detection and fast repair will save on water, money and expensive damages. Become familiar with the following warning signs to stop fast water leaks:
1. Continuous sound of running water when no water is consumed.
2. Water bill increases over a couple of weeks
3. Changing water meter readings when no water is used
4. Chronic sewer backups
5. Damp, warm and discolored spots on walls and floors
6. Drains release foul odors
7. Cracked building foundation, uneven vegetation growth, shifting earth
8. Warm patches on floors and concrete slab
9. Mildew
10. Leaky shower heads, dripping faucets, and running toilets

Spa/Pool Leak Symptoms
1 in every 20 pools leaks about 1000 gallons of water per day. As these statistics demonstrate, spa and swimming pool leaks are common problems. The following warning symptoms indicate a spa or pool leak:
1. Water levels decrease by 1/4"-1/8" in 24 hours
2. Rapid algae formation following chemical treatment
3. Loose or falling tiles
4. Structure settled into ground
5. Cracks and gaps appear in pool shell or concrete deck
6. Automatic filler continually discharges water
7. Fractured pool shell or damp concrete deck
8. Uneven grass growth, wet ground and standing water around pool or spa area

When suspecting a leak, contact plumber Huston Texas to perform early leak detection and stop fast leaky sources.

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