Not only do we use a lot of water in our daily life, but due
to household plumbing leaks, we lose a lot too. Early detection of a water leak
can save you money and avert potential disasters.
Not only do water leaks cause a rise to your water bill, but
its most apparent issue is they can damage your home. It doesn’t matter how
small the water leak, you’ll either be paying for it through your water bill or
damages.
Sometimes, certain water leaks can easily be repaired without
the help of a plumber. But when you’re out of your depth, let the expert
plumbers at Out Of This World take a look into it. From water heaters, tubs to
showers, Plumbing 911 is always there to help you.
Here are the most common causes of water leaks-
Clogged
Drains
While strands of hair, dirt, and debris can clog the water
flow of your drains, over time, they can also cause your drains to burst or
crack. Clogs that aren’t dealt with can create increased pressure within the
drains, causing the water to strain your water pipes and result in damage.
Toilet Leak
20% to 35% of all residential toilets contain water leaks.
While quite common, there are multiple causes for a toilet leak that can remain
unnoticed. If you hear your toilet flushing on its own, you have a toilet leak,
which is due to a damaged flapper or a flush valve seal leak.
Another issue could be the seal under your toilet is damaged.
This leak can usually go undetected unless there’s a stinky smell coming from
your toilet. Inspect the screws and bolts for rusting as well as mold
surrounding the bottom of the toilet. Make sure the toilet is mounted securely
because a loose toilet can allow the seal to leak water.
Loss of
Water Pressure
A drop in your water pressure is never a good sign. It can
mean a variety of different things, depending on how severe the loss is and how
quickly the water pressure actually drops. Generally speaking, a loss of water
pressure means that you have a leak or a blockage somewhere within your
plumbing system.
A slow loss of water pressure over time means you’re dealing
with a growing leak or blockage, such as with limescale. A sudden loss of water
pressure, however, may mean that you have a ruptured pipe, and you should give
our staff a call right away as this emergency could end up costing you a lot
and damaging your property significantly.
Unnaturally
High Water Bills
It’s a good idea to keep an eye on your water bills each
month, just in case they start to increase without warning. Water bills that
appear to be rising beyond what is normal for the amount of water you use,
could mean you have a leak somewhere within your plumbing.
If your monthly bills say that you’re using substantially
more water than you are, it’s a good idea to have your plumbing checked by a
professional.
Running
Water Meter
One simple way to tell if your plumbing system is leaking is
to turn off all the plumbing appliances in your home, then check your water
meter. If it’s still running, it most likely means that water is still leaving
the system from somewhere—i.e. you have a leak. Call our plumbers if you
discover this happening!
Who to Call
for The Water Damage
If your home’s interior has water damage, it can be
overwhelming to know what to do first. Your initial stress will likely come
from the awareness that your basement is flooding, your ceiling is bulging, or
your toilet is overflowing. Once that sinks in, further anxiety arrives as you
try to play damage control and minimize any further destruction to your home.
After a deep breath and turning off the home’s electricity
and water supply should a burst or leaking pipe be the possible culprit, it’s
time to pick up the phone. You can give a call on (866) 720-0911 a Toll-Free
number and Plumbing 911 will be
there for you anytime.
End Words
A water leak can have a devastating impact on your business.
It is important to find and repair any water leaks before they cause damage to
your commercial property or pose a safety risk to your business and your
customers.
Plumbing 911 is available 24/7 to handle the water leaks on
your house and serve your business.
