How Dangerous Are Slab Leaks?
There are various reasons that can cause a leak below concrete slabs, however, perhaps the most common is clay below the foundations. Due to the heaving and shifting soils beneath the slab, it places tremendous pressure on the concrete and causes it to heave and shift also, which will eventually result in cracks and slab leaks. Different kinds of clay are generally the cause as clay expands and contracts when wet.
Symptoms of a Slab Leak
When you hear water running after all the water is off.
When you see or feel a hot spot in the floor, this could be an indication there is a leak in your hot water line.
When you see excessive mold beneath your carpets.
When the slab has cracked, however, this is not conclusive.
When you start to receive abnormally high water bills; leaks can be expensive before you even know about them.
Locating and Confirming a Slab Leak
Smashing up your concrete before you know exactly where the leak is would not be advisable, as all it will accomplish is a more expensive project than spending some time to find out exactly where the leak is. In order to do this, you will need some electronic detection tools. When you suspect a leak, the smartest thing you can do is hire a leak detection specialist such as Ace Plumbing & Drain, and confirm you, in fact, do have a leak before you start to dig up your concrete looking for it.
Why are Slab Leaks so Dangerous?
The health concerns which are associated with such a leak are not to be taken lightly. Leaking water often result in mold growth. This is a sad fact of life, and there is absolutely no getting around it, and breathing this in for an extended period of time will result in respiratory problems. So if you even suspect you have a leak in your slab and live in the Lancaster, CA area, you need to call us immediately at (661) 942-4009.
