Sneaky Signs of a Slab Leak and What to Do

• Drastic Surge in Your Water Bill

A water bill for a typical family of four would range from $40 to $60 a month on average. Your water bill should fall within the same range every other month, except for changes in rates or cases when you have a lot of water usage. If your bills for water usage have been high of late, it is advisable to engage a professional plumbing service to check your pipes running underground and determine if they are leaking. A drastic increase in your monthly water bills means that you are wasting water, which exposes your home to risks of structural damage on top of electrical hazards. It’s best to reach out to a licensed plumbing company that has modern tools for detecting leaks. The earlier you identify the origin of the leak and rectify it, the less money you will spend on repairs and other related costs in the future.

• Low Water Pressure

The water pressure typically maintained at home will not vary a lot from 40-60 PSI depending on the fitting, though this is subject to variations. In cases where water pressure is lost or has reduced drastically, especially in the sinks, showerheads, and toilets of a house, it would be practical to consult a plumbing repair service to establish the cause of the pressure loss. The chances are that there is a significant slab leak, causing loss of water that is meant to go to your fixtures. Contact the plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing to find out why your plumbing system is having low water pressure and get it fixed.

• Sound Of Running Water When No Taps Are On

The sound of running water when you open a water tap or run the washer should be a cause for alarm because that’s perfectly normal. However, if you hear such a sound when no water is running, you have reasons to worry. You likely have a slab leak that’s wasting water. We recommend you schedule water leak repair service at the earliest opportunity you get.

• Movement of the Water Meter Dial in When All Water Fixtures Are Turned Off

The water meter enables you to determine the presence of a slab leak in your home. This is how it goes: switch off all the faucets and water using devices, and just look at the meter dial. In the event that the water meter keeps moving, it is advisable to call in a qualified plumber to assess the situation. Your water meter shouldn’t be moving when no water is in use. If the dial keeps moving, it means there’s water leaking from the pipes running beneath the slab.

Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing today for slab leak detection and repair.