Most plumbing and water leaks cannot be seen with the naked eye! Which is why so many insurance companies and adjusters in the Orlando, Florida area rely on the Leak Doctor to locate and repair the leak in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Sometimes a water leak often causes vibration in the pipes as it escapes through a pinhole or pipe break in a wall or under the slab, a toilet, refrigerator line or other mechanical failures. Leaks can create different sounds depending on the type of leak; Often we hear people say they can hear water running, or they hear a consistent hissing noise. Other times, the sounds are so soft they are not detectable by the human ear at all; the only indication there is a leak is a large water bill.
One of the tools that a professional leak detection company will use is an electronic leak detector that will magnify these subtle sounds of the pipes and trace it back to the source of the actual leak. The sound of the leak may intensify depending upon the pressure within the line.
Although this specialized equipment is crucial, the other important piece of equipment that you should not ignore is a properly trained technician. A trained leak professional can locate a leak within your home with minimum damage to your property. This can reduce your repair bill by hundreds of dollars because of the nondestructive methods used with electronic equipment and a highly trained technician.
There are a few signs that a home and business owner should be aware of, it can indicate a leak behind a bathtub. Here are some things to look out for:
Water stains
Check the walls or ceiling below the bathroom for any signs of water stains or discoloration. This could indicate that water is leaking through the bathtub.
Musty smell
A musty or damp smell in the bathroom could be a sign of water leaking behind the walls or under the bathtub.
Soft spots
Press against the wall near the bathtub or the floor around it to see if there are any soft spots. This could indicate that water has been leaking and has caused damage to the wall or floor.
Loose tiles
If you have tiles around your bathtub, check to see if any of them are loose or have come away from the wall. This could indicate that water is getting behind the tiles and causing them to loosen.
Mold or mildew
If you notice any mold or mildew in the bathroom, especially around the bathtub, this could be a sign of water leakage.
If your client notices any of the above contact the Leak Doctor.
