Slab or foundation leaks are a growing problem in both Orlando and Atlanta. As an insurance professional is it is important to understand all the facts and have a complete report of the property to determine the cause and extent of the damages. A water leak in a concrete slab can result in structural damage, high water bills and potential health hazard.
What is a slab leak?
A slab leak is a term used when one of the water lines in the concrete slab or foundation of your home or business leaks.
Many in Central Florida and Atlanta are built on a concrete foundation. A concrete slab is poured directly on a bed of gravel and usually reinforced with rebar, this gives a home a solid foundation. Plumbing pipes are laid under the slab and leak 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.
How are slab leaks found?
The Leak Doctor has state of the art technology including Thermography, Ultrasound, Endoscopic Video and expert technicians required to accurately locate your slab leak, which means you leak is repaired without any unnecessary property damage and minimal disruption to your home or business.
Since 1993 the Leak Doctor has established a gold standard in leak detection and water management for both residential and commercial properties. The Leak Doctor’s skilled technicians can identify the source of a water leak before the damage ends up costing the homeowner or insurance company tons of money.
The Leak Doctor offers electronically generated reports, clearly written with all the details, available within 24 hours. Photographs taken before and after for documentation and communication with the adjuster while on the job site about the findings.
Contact the Leak Doctor today for more information and an appointment.
