Here are the signs that you have leaking pipes
When it comes to homeownership, one of the biggest things that you should fear is plumbing problems. While minor clogs can be taken care of easily (and many times without a plumber), major plumbing problems should have your teeth chattering in fear. Things like busted pipes, major plumbing leaks, and more can cost a lot to repair, and it could involve damaging the walls of your home to get to the problem areas. With that in mind, it’s important that you’re able to notice small leaks before they become big problems. Here are some of the signs that you should look for when it comes to leaking pipes.
Water Spots
Water spots on walls and ceilings are the easiest-to-spot signs of a leaking pipe. The system of pipes that makes up your plumbing system runs through your walls, ceilings, and floors. When those pipes leak, the water will seep onto the walls, causing mold and rot that’s noticeable from the other side. When you notice any spots on walls or ceilings, it’s time to call a plumber right now!
Poor Water Quality
Have you noticed musty or cloudy water? Don’t drink it! Call a plumber to evaluate your water quality before you cause yourself serious illness by drinking contaminated water. Water is contaminated because of a leak in your plumbing system or in the main water lines from the city.
Excess Moisture
Anytime there’s excess moisture in your home, you should take notice and find the source, especially when that excess moisture appears underneath carpets or flooring. Like we covered before, your pipes run throughout the walls and ceilings of your home, which means this is likely due to a leak somewhere in your system. Call a pro to find out where!
Poor Water Pressure
A drop in water pressure is also a reason to wonder about the state of your plumbing system. This could mean that there’s a leak in your main water supply line, which would contribute to the poor water pressure. However there are other causes for poor water pressure, and it’s important to hire a professional plumber to find out why!
High Water Bills
Notice your water bills shooting through the roof? That could be because there is water shooting out of a pipe in your home. When pipes leak, it causes your system to use more water, which will spike your bill and cost you hundreds more. If you notice these dramatic changes, it means you should have had a plumber out to your home, like, yesterday!
Musty Smells
Notice a musty smell in your home? It doesn’t smell musty, “just because.” It smells musty because there’s excess moisture somewhere that could be caused by a pipe leak. Don’t take these strange odors for granted – get them checked out soon!
