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Losing Water Somewhere? 4 Serious Problems That Undetected Leaks Can Pose

If you think you've got a leaky pipe somewhere, but you can't find it, you need to call a plumber. Some leaks can be difficult to find, but that doesn't mean the problem should be ignored. In fact, ignoring a leaky pipe can lead to serious problems in and around your home. When you call a plumber, they'll be able to come out and conduct leak detection testing, which will identify exactly where the leaks are occurring. Take a look at four of the problems you're facing if you don't have the leaks detected as soon as possible.

1. Undetected Leaks Lead to Wasted Water

If you've got a leaky pipe, you're wasting water. Unfortunately, there's no way of telling exactly how much water you're wasting. Wasting water is a problem on several levels. First, it's going to cause your water bill to go through the roof. Second, during a drought, every drop of water counts. The water you're wasting could be used elsewhere. If you've got a leak, proper detection will allow you repair the damage and stop the water waste.

2. Undetected Leaks Lead to Mold Growth

Leaky pipes do more than cause water waste. They can also cause mold growth inside your home. Mold growth is more than just a nuisance. It's also a health concern, especially for those who suffer from allergies, asthma, or other breathing problems. Unfortunately, mold can go undetected for quite some time. In fact, you might not realize you have a mold problem until you smell the musty odor. By that time, however, the mold has grown out of control. To prevent mold problems in your home, you need to have those leaks detected quickly.

3. Undetected Leaks Lead to Soil Erosion

If you've got some leaky pipes in your yard, you could be looking at the possibility of soil erosion. The longer the pipes leak underground, the more saturated the soil becomes. Once your soil is thoroughly saturated, and it can't hold any more moisture, you'll start to notice areas that are caving in. Those cave-ins are caused by the excess moisture in the soil. You can stop the soil erosion by having a plumber come out and conduct a leak detection test.

4. Undetected Leaks Lead to Foundation Damage

In addition to causing soil erosion that you can see, you could also have some erosion going on under the foundation of your home. If that's the case, you could be looking at a damaged foundation. Once the soil has washed away from under the foundation, the concrete will begin to crumble. When that happens, you may need to have your foundation repaired, which can be quite costly. You can avoid the damage, and the costly repair, by having the leaks detected while they're still minor problems.


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