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Don't Overlook a Slab Leak
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Don't Overlook Slab Leaks In Your Home

Slab leaks pose a huge risk to the safety of your home. Slab leaks are not only hazardous for your home but if and when left unchecked can end up being costly. This is because they tend to worsen over time. Immediate diagnosis is, in many regards, critical for the safety of your home and the safety of your family.

That said, you need experienced professionals with an intricate understanding of slab leaks to help you diagnose this kind of leaks. However, if you find damp spots, if you can hear running water under certain parts of the floor, or if you get an unexplained spike in the water bill, you defnitely should consider calling in professional plumbers.

Slab Leak: What Is It?

There are many different causes of slab leaks. The significant ground movement influenced by heavy rainfall is a common cause for slab leaks. During heavy rainfall, the ground under your home tends to soak up water, causing the soil to expand. However, once it dries, the soil will shrink. Since concrete is not breathable and flexible, the repeated expansion and contraction causes the formation of cracks and breaks, resulting in slab leaks.

Indoor causes can also result in slab leaks. For instance, leaks in the bathrooms, cooking, and clothes drying can cause slab leaks.

Why You Should Care

Initially, the problems caused by as slab leak are only minor and easy to mitigate. However, over time, slab leaks will result in runaway problems that are not only difficult to repair but also very costly. However, the biggest issue of concern with a slab leak is the safety of the occupants.

Typically, the very first signs of a slab leak is an increase in your monthly water bills. In the next few months, you will notice an increase in utility cost. The increase in humidity in the indoor air will demand more from your HVAC. Humidity has a huge influence in both heating and cooling of indoor spaces.

The continued leaks will give rise to perfect conditions for mold and mildew to sprout and grow. At this point, you will be facing breathing issues and odor problems. If the leaks remain unchecked and unrepaired, the leaking water will deteriorate soil quality, compromising your foundation. This exposes you to extensive and expensive repairs.

Calling A Professional

In Suffolk County these types of plumbing issues can end up very costly if left untreated. If you suspect that there maybe a slab leak in your home, call a plumber immediately. Catching it early on, can save your money and keep your family safe. If you think you may have a slab leak, give us and let's see how we can you.

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