Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Fort Worth provides professional leak detection for locating a hidden water leak. Water leaks are a common problem in and around homes. Our licensed plumbers can locate your home's water leak and provide a professional repair you can rely on. Contact our plumbers in Fort Worth today to schedule leak detection and the repair of water line leaks, slab leaks and yard line leaks.
Water Leaks
Water leaks can cause serious damage to your home and its foundation. Even pinhole leaks can cause damage, and elevate the water bill. The potential for damage does not end there, because any leak can promote the growth of mold and mildew. These are especially a problem for those with allergies, …show more content…
A leak under the slab can crack the concrete foundation and tiles, or damage carpet and hardwood flooring. Staining of tiles, wood, and linoleum is a common sign of a leak. In addition, when the leak is a hot water leak, there can be warm spots on the floor. Furthermore, water may enter the home through the floor in areas where pipe exits the underground, such as beside the water heater. Slab leaks are often difficult to find, and once were destructive to repair. Ben Franklin plumbers in Fort Worth are equipped to find an under-the-slab-leak, and to provide the repair, often without damage to your flooring.
Yard Line Leaks
Yard line leaks occur in the water line connecting the water meter and your home. While some leaks will pool water on the lawn, soil consistency, depth and the location of the leak will be a determining factor.
Potential signs of a yard line leak include a green, lush lawn near or down hill from the leak, discolored water in the home, sunken areas of the lawn, pooling water, and/or water running in the street. Ben Franklin plumbers in Fort Worth, TX can locate the leak with leak detection and provide a reliable …show more content…
Age is a common cause of leaks regardless of the pipe material it is constructed of. Each material has an estimated lifespan, but factors such as water chemistry and the quality of the initial installation can affect the lifespan. Any damage or the failure to properly install water line can lead to leaks long before they should. You can rely on Ben Franklin plumbers in Fort Worth, TX and Arlington, TX for a professional quality installation or repair.
Mechanical damage is an additional cause of leaks. Any hand digging or excavation in the yard can damage a water line. In addition, older homes with galvanized pipe should be replaced as soon as possible. The outdated pipe corrodes, and will inevitably lead to low water pressure, poor water quality and damaging leaks. Benjamin Franklin plumbers in Fort Worth, TX can provide the installation you