Many Central Florida and Atlanta residential homes and business are built on a concrete slab foundation. A thick layer of concrete, which is usually poured on a bed of gravel. Sewer lines and water pipes are installed under this foundation before the slab is poured. Over time, these pipes become susceptible to leaks and need the newest technology to locate with minimal disruption, which means there won’t by any needless digging or unnecessary damages.
There are many reasons why a concrete slab can leak or even burst, resulting in structural damage, high water bills and a potential health hazard.
Over time the weather can cause the soil to shift, putting a strain on the pipes and plumbing systems resulting in leaks.
Cold weather can cause external pipes to freeze, expand, and burst.
Copper pipes react with the chemicals in the water, which can cause pinhole leaks.
The water supply going into your home or business is pressurized and over time can make the pipes vulnerable to leaks or breaks.
Poor or inadequate construction plays a big role with water leaks. Instead of copper, some newer constructions have pex lines which are left exposed to rodents,who can chew small holes in them.
Soil and sand are permeable to water, creating rust in older pipes, which makes them more susceptible to leaks.
If left untreated slab leaks can compromise the integrity of the foundation and eventually a home or business, not to mention the health issues from the mold and mildew.
Slab leaks can be difficult to locate. If your clients notice a higher than normal water bill, a sudden drop in water pressure, damp floors, constant hissing or the sound of running water, cracks in the foundation and mold in the walls, it indicates a water leak.
There is no doubt a slab leak can cause significant property damage and health issues, which is why professional leak detector is necessary. The Leak Doctor we use the latest technology in electronic equipment to save you time and money without the destruction and mess of ripping up the foundation.
