Does your home have a slow leak?

3/29/2022 (Permalink)

Slow/Long-Term Leak

When a customer realizes that there is a slow leak in their home, they must act fast. The damage has already started and created long lasting effects. The problem with this is insurance does not always help in these situations. And, with a damage that taken place over an extended amount of time comes secondary damages. 

Mold growth is one concern for secondary damages. Mold can create a variety of health concerns, damage to your property, and is tricky to pin down. 

It's hard to know what you do not know. So, finding slow leaks fast is not common. But, there are a few things you can to help prevent these long term leaks from taking place the first time.

When it comes to your pipes schedule a check-up for it. Let a professional inspect your pipes to see if there are issues from the outside looking in. If your pipes look good to them, then try examining the cracks in your foundation where water can get in from flooding. 

You can keep an eye on a few things in your home to see if there's changes in your water that could be a cause from a leak. Watch out for your water bill to see if it is significantly higher than usual, decreased water pressure in your home, wet spots around sinks, toilets, or tubs, warped, or discolored walls, or, a persistent mildew smell.

Keeping these tips in mind can help you from prevent slow/ long-term leaks in your home.