Concrete slab leaks are a big problem for Florida and Georgia home and business owners. These potentially devastating water leaks and costly repairs are compounded by what is covered by an insurance policy. Due to the different types of insurance, only an insurance adjuster will be able to truly answer what is covered under a policy.
When a pipe (whether an outgoing waste or incoming fresh water pipe) under a concrete foundation springs a leak it is considered a slab leak. Because the pipe is within or under the foundation it can be very difficult to detect without the proper equipment.
Many buildings are built on a concrete slab foundation, which consist of 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 the water pipes become susceptible to leaks because of rusting pipes, ground movement, tree roots, drain cleaners, poorly assembled pipes and fitting. Unfortunately, pipes don’t last forever and just a matter of time before they develop pinhole leaks.
The water coming into a home or business is from a pressurized main water line. Leaks from these pipes can cause more damage. Just a pinhead sizes hole in a pipe can waste over 10,000 gallons of water in a month without anyone noticing until the damage starts to appear.
To locate a slab leak and water intrusion with minimal disruption to the property, the Leak Doctor has state of the art technology including Thermography, Ultrasound, Endoscopic Video and expert technicians.
Since 1993 the Leak Doctor has established a gold standard in leak detection and water management for both residential and commercial properties. Our skilled technicians can identify the source of a leak before water damage cost an extensive loss of time, property and money.
