Identifying Water Leaks

Ways to Catch Water Leaks Before They Cause More Damage and Costs

Much of a home’s plumbing is hidden underground and in the walls, so it can be easy to ignore and hard to catch problems. Water leaks can cause serious water damage and problems when not caught and fixed soon, so homeowners should be aware of ways they can identify leaks. This article will discuss several ways they can find a leak so they can quickly call for water leak detection and repair.

Warning Signs of a Leak

Some signs of a water leak are more obvious than others, but common signs of a leak can include:

• Low water pressure: A drop in water pressure from the plumbing fixtures may be due to a leak. 
• Puddles or wet spots: If it hasn’t rained, but there is a puddle or soggy areas of the yard outside or wet spots inside the home, it can be a more obvious sign of a leak. 
• Mold and mildew growth: Moisture and damp environments, such as those created by a leak, can lead to mold and mildew. 
• Water sounds: Dripping or running water sounds, especially when no taps or fixtures are on, can indicate a leak.
• Water stains or damage: Leaks can cause water stains and water damage to ceilings, walls, and flooring.  

High Water Bill 

One other indicator that the household has a water leak is an unusually high water bill. If the water bills have increased, but there has not been a noticeable increase in the household’s water usage, then it can alert homeowners to a water leak in their plumbing system. 

If a high water bill or other signs of a water leak are noticed, homeowners should immediately call a plumber to locate the leak and perform the necessary water leak repair. Once the repair is complete, the household’s water costs should decrease again. 

Using the Home’s Water Meter 

Another way a homeowner can identify a water leak or confirm the presence of a leak when they believe they have one is by using their water meter. There is a simple test they can do with the water meter to help find a leak. Here are the steps in that process:

• Make sure the household is not using any water inside or outside the home.
• Locate the water meter and check the leak indicator if it has one. If it is blinking or spinning, it indicates a leak. If there is no leak indicator, make a note of the reading and continue to the next steps.
• Wait an hour or two with no water being used in that time. 
• Recheck the water meter’s reading.
• If there is a change and it shows that water was used when the household didn’t, it indicates a leak and a plumber should be called. 

About Quahog Plumbing

Quahog Plumbing is a commercial and residential plumbing company serving the Somerset area. They provide straightforward pricing, rapid service, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Call them for water leak detection and leak repair in Somerset, MA.  

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