If you see signs of water damage around your house or property, you could have a leak. It’s important to call in the experts to accurately locate and repair it. Call Scott Plumbing for water leak detection services in Huntsville, AL, and find out why we’re North Alabama’s choice for professional plumbing services. Our trusted plumbers provide same-day services.
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Causes of Water Leaks
There are a number of things that can cause a water leak. Some of the most common causes are:
- Clogged drains and toilets: It is common for clogged drains to result in a water leak. Anything from food and grease, to hair, and even a child’s toy can cause a clog if it enters your drain.
- Deteriorating or shifting pipes: Over time, the pipes within your home can begin to deteriorate or shift. When this happens, leaks occur. It is difficult to track down leaks resulting from this without professional assistance.
- Roots in pipes or external plumbing: There are times when roots can break into your pipes and cause them to burst. This type of leak can be hard to locate or even notice.
If you suspect you have a leak, call Scott Plumbing for professional water leak detection services.
Professional Leak Detection Techniques
When you call a plumber to inspect a potential leak, he or she will use advanced techniques to correctly locate the problem. Some methods the technician may use include:
- Dig and drill: This involves digging to find the pipes or drilling into various parts of your walls or floor to find the cause of the leak.
- Meter detection: We will use a device to determine the water pressure within a pipe. Knowing what the standard water pressure should be, we can then rate the actual water pressure. If it is low, there is likely a water leak within the pipe.
- Infrared technology: A special type of infrared camera is used to take pictures of the pipe at different angles. This gives us an up-close view of the pipe in order to spot any cracks or potential issues.
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How To Avoid Leaks in Your Piping System
While leaking pipes can cause water damage to your property, fortunately, there are ways to prevent these from occurring. Some tasks you can perform include:
- Having your pipes inspected regularly by a plumber.
- Having your old or damaged pipes replaced.
- Insulating pipes during cold weather to avoid freezing.
- Scheduling professional drain cleaning services.
- Not putting harmful materials down your drains.
- Being aware of where your pipes run underground and avoiding major construction projects near them.
- Planting trees away from pipelines.