A Slab Leak is caused when one of your pipes starts to leak under your foundation. These leaks can be caused by Corrosion. Corrosion in your pipes take place when the pipe makes contact with the ground outside and the water inside. The movement of the water combined with a possible charge in the ground can cause Corrosion. Another possible cause can be Abrasion. This happens when a pipe is rubbing underground with something harder than itself. Or it can be a construction defect, many times contractors forget to properly seal a pipe before laying the foundation.
How Do I Know If I Have Slab Leak?
One of the easiest ways to determine if you have a Slab Leak, is to check your water bill. A high water bill might indicate a Slab Leak if you know that you do not waste a lot of water per month. The sound of running water is also a possible indicator of a leak. If you here running water in the middle of the night and cannot find any water running, then this might be a symptom of a Slab Leak. You might also experience a hot spot on the floor. If you are walking around your house and feel an area that is hotter or more humid than usual, then this might be a strong indicator of a Slab Leak. In addition if you are walking around your house and notice that the ground is wet, even though you have not thrown water there, then this might be a possible Slab Leak. All of these symptoms might occur even if you do not have a Slab Leak. Make sure you call a skilled technician to determine if you do.
How Long Does The Repair Take?
Most Slab Leaks can be repaired in 2 days. On the first day the leak is found through our leak detection service and the area is prepared for repair. On the second day, after we repair the leak, we seal the hole, and turn the water back on. We always try to work with the homeowner to make sure they are as comfortable as possible. If the leak is found to be a quick repair, then we will do our best to turn on the water as soon as possible. Once the leak is fixed then we fill the whole back up and finish the slab as it was. Don’t let a Slab Leak take over your home! Call Wickstrom Plumbing Heating & Cooling right away at (208) 505-9352for the best services in the Boise area.
