Signs and Symptoms of Hidden Leaks
Leaks in your home could waste up to 11,000 gallons of water per year, and these don’t need to major leaks that you’ll notice immediately. Small leaks in your toilets, shower heads, or faucets can waste a significant amount of water, but fortunately, those are typically easy to find and easy to repair. Other leaks may be much more difficult to locate, and if you’re not paying close attention, you might not even notice them until they’ve wreaked havoc on your home.
At Above & Beyond Leak Detection, our professional Orlando leak detection experts can help you locate leaks anywhere in your home and find the best ways to repair them without damaging any of your home’s structure. We’ve also compiled a few signs that you should look out for that may point to a leak in your home. If you notice these signs, call us immediately for service, and we’ll help locate the precise point from which water in leaking into your home.
1. High Water Bills
Water bills often vary, and some will definitely be higher than others, but if your water bill suddenly skyrockets, you should probably consider whether or not there’s a water leak in your Orlando home. If the bill stays much higher than normal for more than one month, than you know that you have a problem. If you can’t think of any reason that you may have used significantly more water than usual, there’s a probably a hidden leak in your home.
2. Water Meter Shows That You Have a Leak
Your water meter can help you determine whether or not there’s a leak in your home. Follow these steps to read your water meter and see if there’s a leak:
- Locate your water meter and check the gauge.
- See if there’s a "leak indicator" on the face of the meter. If it’s moving, you have a leak.
- Some meters may not have a leak indicator, but do have a have a sweep hand. In that case, continue with these steps.
- Shut off any water in your house.
- Mark where the meter hand is, and wait 20 minutes.
- If the meter hand has moved, that means water is still moving through your system, and you likely have a leak.
Stained, Damaged, or Sagging Walls
If any of your walls, ceilings, or floors are warped, bubbling, sagging, or stained, it may be being caused by pipes that are leaking in that area. High amounts of humidity—which we’re no stranger to in Orlando—can also cause these problems, but if you notice them in conjuction with high water bills, call us for leak detection services as soon as possible.
If you’re looking for leak detection services in Orlando, call Above & Beyond Leak Detection at 407-692-5868 or complete our online request form.
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