Leak Detection - Not all water leaks are easily found. In fact, many aren't
visible at all. Leaks often occur inside walls, ceilings,
attics, and often times under floors. In many cases, the
only way a leak becomes apparent is when your water bill
arrives, only to be two, three, or even ten times its
normal amount. Leaks often show up as stains on sheetrock
ceilings, wet spots in walls or on carpeting, or in outside
cases, mushy spots in the yard. Locating these leaks and
their sources can be tedious and frustrating work without
the right training and equipment.
We offer complete leak detection and location services
as part of our wide range of specialties. Using the most
sophisticated equipment, we are able to pinpoint with
incredible accuracy the source of the leak. Whether behind
a wall or under a concrete slab, our leak detection equipment
will quickly find the problem by using a high-frequency
listening device to zero in on minute pressure differences
within the pipes. The pressure differentials are often
caused by tiny pinholes or splits in the piping, and would
be otherwise undetectable by the human ear. When no water
is being used in the house by faucets, washing machines,
etc., there should be no noise within the water pipes.
Any hissing or other small noises are indicative of a
leak, and by locating the source of the noise we are able
to access the area and expose the leak. Accuracy of this
equipment is surprisingly high, with most leaks being
detected within 6 inches of their exact location. On some
occasions, multiple leaks are present, and by the use
of this equipment we are able to pinpoint several problem
areas at once. This way, there are no surprises.
Prices for these services are fair and competitive, and
will be applied towards the cost of the leak repair, should
you choose to have us complete the work. In many cases,
home insurance will cover the cost of the repairs performed
as a result of these leaks. Individual insurance policies
vary, however, so be sure to check before you assume they
will help. And as always, all of our repairs include a
12 month warranty (not applicable with polybutylene repairs).
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