Leaks are sneaky. They’re pricey, too. You wind up paying for extra water you don’t need while leaks wreak havoc on your home. Leaks start with increases in your water bill, damp spots in your lawn, musty smells in your home, or unexplained cracks in concrete or an underground water leak. Call your plumbers at Apollo Plumbing for professional leak detection and repair at the first sign of a leak.
Every leak comes from a pipe failure. The cause of that failure varies from pH of your water, chemical composition, delivery pressure, water temperature, or the type of pipe.
Common Causes and Warning Signs of Leaks
Underground leaks don’t always show themselves right away. You may not see a broken pipe, but the signs add up.
Common causes of plumbing leaks include:
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Corroded or aging pipes that can no longer handle water pressure
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Tree root intrusion that cracks or blocks underground water lines
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Shifting soil that stresses and separates joints
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Poor installation or inferior materials used in older plumbing systems
Warning signs you may have a hidden leak:
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A sudden increase in your water bill
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Puddles or unusually wet spots in your yard
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Musty smells or mold and mildew indoors
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Reduced water pressure even when no fixtures are running
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Cracks in driveways, patios, or foundations
Spotting these early gives you the chance to stop water damage before it spreads.
Apollo Plumbing Leak Detection Methods
Every leak is unique. That’s why Apollo Plumbing leak specialists use a variety of testing methods to determine the cause of your leak:
- Pneumatic test ball
- Digital camera inspection
- Leakage testing
- Low-pressure air test
- Infiltration or exfiltration test
- Pipe deflection inspection
- Hydrostatic testing
- Underground Leak Detection
Leak Detection Leads To Leak Repair
Apollo Plumbing became leak detection specialists by using numerous pipe locations, leak isolation and detection tests, and repair processes. For domestic water lines, our PEX repiping process replaces aging, leaking pipes. Our Trenchless Sewer Repair allows for drain and sewer line repairs without tearing up your yard. That means Apollo Plumbing has the right leak detection and repair process for your specific need.
FAQs About Leak Detection
How do I know if I have an underground water leak?
Watch for higher water bills, wet areas in your yard, moldy odors, or reduced water pressure. These signs often point to leaks below ground.
Do leaks always require digging to repair?
Not always. With trenchless repair methods, Apollo Plumbing can fix underground leaks without tearing up your yard.
What’s the fastest way to confirm a leak at home?
Check your water meter. If it moves while every tap and appliance is shut off, you likely have a hidden leak.
Can small leaks really cause big problems?
Yes. Even slow leaks waste water, raise your bill, and weaken foundations over time. Quick detection prevents costly damage.
Apollo Plumbing Ends Your Plumbing Leak Problems
Our clean, screened, trained and timely personal plumbers understand that fixing a leak means more than addressing the piping. We believe in treating you and your home with care and respect.
Apollo Plumbing comes when we promise. Get right to work tracking down the leak. Then, before any work begins, we give you all available options along with an Upfront No Surprise Price.
And, we’re not done till you’re delighted. Because we want to be your personal plumber.
