A pipe bursting in your home is a noticeable problem and certainly a reason to contact an emergency plumber to repair the issue. However, a slow pipe leak in your plumbing system could also lead to extensive property damage and costly repairs if you don’t recognize the problem and act quickly to resolve it with reliable leak repair.
Our Roto-Rooter in greater St. George, UT & Washington County, team understands the dangers and complications a water leak can cause a property owner. Here, we explain how to identify small leaks and implement temporary fixes until you can contact a licensed plumber to repair it.
Warning Signs of a Pipe Leak
Some leaks in your home will be obvious. For instance, you can see dripping faucets and leaky water pipes under your sinks. You might even notice a suspicious puddle forming around your tub or shower.
Unfortunately, leaks in your water supply lines might be less apparent. A water line leak could occur in places you can’t visually inspect, like under a foundation slab or behind a wall.
Still, if you notice any of these signs of a leaking pipe, you’ll know you need professional leak repair:
- Reddish-brown water stains on ceilings or walls
- Puddles on floors
- Damp drywall
- Reduced water pressure
- Visible black, green, or white mold on surfaces
- Increased water bills
How To Check for a Leaking Pipe
Before you can repair a small leak, you must verify you have one. You can confirm a leak with the water meter test.
If you suspect your water lines are leaking, shut off every faucet and read the meter. If it’s still running, you leak somewhere in your plumbing system.
You can also listen to running water sounds under your floors and walls. Even if you can’t see the leaky, damaged pipe, you might hear it. Another option involves checking your toilets and appliances for localized problems requiring leak repair.
Tips for Fixing a Leaking Plastic or Cast Iron Pipe, Fixture, or Appliance
How you repair a water leak depends on the type of problem you have. For instance, you can repair a dripping faucet by opening the tap and cleaning debris around the washer to ensure a secure seal.
Applying a rubber patch to a water leak in a plastic, cast iron, or copper pipe may work. A rubber gasket, silicone repair tape, or repair epoxy could stop water from leaking from these pipe materials.
These temporary repairs won’t work for severe leaks. You must contact a plumber with specialized tools to repair the damage.
Get Quality Leak Repair for Your Lead Water Service Line and More With Roto-Rooter St. George, UT
Leak repair is just one of the many specialties we offer at Roto-Rooter in greater St. George, UT. As a leading residential and commercial plumbing company serving the St. George community, we deliver comprehensive services for all plumbing systems.
Our services include water heater installation, drain cleaning, hydro excavation, zero-dig pipe restoration, repairs for frozen pipes, and more. We also provide water damage restoration to restore the damaged area around a leak. Contact Roto-Rooter in Greater St. George, UT, and all of Washington County, today for an estimate.
Roto-Rooter St. George, UT’s Local Water Damage Restoration Company
Now that you know what to do after water damage in your home, save Roto-Rooter St. George’s number: (435) 673-2511 Make our residential or commercial plumbing services in Iron & Washington County your first call for water cleanup service.
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