How to detect water leaks in your home

Fixing Leaks Around the Home

One of the most feared and troublesome issues within the home is the presence of leaking water from the plumbing or heating system. Such leaks can be extremely destructive if not detected and stopped quickly. What's more, small leaks can sometimes happen without the homeowner realizing it immediately. If a leak occurs the first thing to do is to turn off the main water supply and turn on all the taps to drain the system. These additional tips should help you to deal with such a leak quickly.

Detecting the Source of the Leak

Sometimes the source of a leak will be immediately apparent because of its location. If water is coming through a ceiling below a bathroom then it's obvious to check the bathroom first. It's worth taking a look at your toilet tank, as this is quite often the location of leaks due to the amount of moving parts required to keep it working. If the toilet is the source of the problem a repair should be quite straightforward so it's worth running a quick search to see if that's the case. If you've carried out a check and you're still uncertain, you should then call a plumber.

What If you Can't Find The Leak

If the source of a leak is not immediately apparent, a quick check around the house will be required. Check all exposed pipework and joints to see if there are any obvious leaks anywhere. On some occasions, the leak may actually be visible coming from the pipes themselves in the form of either liquid or steam. Even if the seepage isn't obviously evident, it's worth checking the pipes to see if they feel wet. If the problem is minor it's worth trying to repair it as soon as you can before it starts to get worse. On some occasions, this kind of small leak can be repaired simply by tightening the joint or using sealant, in which case it might be a repair that you can carry out yourself - if not call in a professional plumber.

Hiring A Professional Plumber

It is an extremely good idea to hire a professional plumber if you're unsure about making the repair. While, Do It Yourself (DIY) projects are not a bad thing on some occasions, plumbing is a serious business, and some issues can end up costing thousands to fix. If you really don't feel confident in dealing with plumbing, then save yourself the drama and let a professional take care of it. Getting things wrong could end up costing you far more money than it actually needs to, especially if you make the problem worse!

Make Sure Your House Is Insured

Always ensure that you have good house insurance just in case a water leak causes a ceiling to come down, damaging contents in the room below.

Contact Horizon Services

With over 20 years of service experience, Horizon Services has helped thousands of homeowners in the Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Gloucester, Camden, Burlington County New Jersey and Northeastern Maryland areas with their plumbing needs. Our team of plumbing professionals consists of some of the most experienced and most qualified plumbers working today in the Delaware Valley. These are top-notch plumbing technicians who can accurately diagnose and quickly fix any and all plumbing problems. Plumbing emergencies are our specialty!

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