Leak Repair
Pipe Leak Detection and Repair
Call us at 877-689-9660
Leaking pipes can cause substantial damage to a home if the problem isn’t fixed. Pipe leaks can create conditions that encourage damaging mold and mildew proliferation that could affect your family’s health. Pipe leaks can also cause structural damage to a home, pool or spa. It is important to have a plumber inspect your house immediately if you suspect a broken or leaking pipe. The consequences of leaving a leaking pipe untended to could have major consequences.
Checking for leaking or broken pipes should only be done by a licensed and reputable plumber who has the necessary equipment to fully assess the problem. Our plumbers use state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment to evaluate where a leak is and the extent of the damage. Ben Franklin also uses the most up to date techniques in the industry to fix pipes. Our system to fix pipes is designed to be minimally invasive to the home.
If you have a burst pipe or are experiencing dramatic water pressure loss in multiple areas of your house you may need to re-pipe your house. If you suspect leaking or broken pipes in your home, pool or spa call Benjamin Franklin plumbing today at 877-689-9660 for a no obligation evaluation.
Signs your house might have a leak:
• Your water bills are higher than normal
• Your water meter readings change when water is not in use
• You have chronic sewer backup
• Your faucets drip or your toilets constantly run
• You hear the sound of running water although nothing is in use
• Your walls become spotted, discolored, spongy or soft
• You detect unusual or musty odors from ceilings floors or walls near pipes, drains, or sewers.
• Your foundation and/or slab becomes cracked or you notice dampness
• If you notice mildew, moisture, or warm areas on your wood or concrete floors or under carpets.
• If you notice new or unusual puddles, damp or wet areas in your yard sometimes with new plant or grass growth.
Signs your pool or spa may have leak:
• You notice the pool shell or deck develops cracks and gaps or you notice your entire pool or spa begins to settle into the ground.
• Your pool’s automatic filler is always running
• Your decorative tile becomes loose or your pool deck cracks
• Your algae chemicals don’t seem to be working especially after recent treatment.
• If you are losing daily 1/8 of an inch or more. While summer hot weather will cause evaporation, consistent losses at this level are unusual
For more information contact us or call 877-689-9660 or schedule an appointment online