A small drip behind a wall or under a floor that goes unnoticed for months leads to water damage, mold growth, and high utility bills. The impact of hidden leaks is often underestimated by homeowners until itโs too late.
We specialize in finding leaks early at D. Rohde Home Services before they become big problems; we protect your home and save you money.
Why Hidden Leaks Are Dangerous
Minor leaks can create major problems over time. อ
- Structural Damage: It requires expensive repairs because water weakens walls, floors, and ceilings. อ
- Mold and Mildew: Continuous dampness encourages mold, which might affect indoor air quality and health, too. อ
- High water bills: A minor leak wastes hundreds of gallons of water every month, increasing your utility bill. อ
How to Detect Hidden Leaks
Here are some ways that homeowners can check for potential leaks:
- Check Your Water Bill:ย If you notice a surprising increase in your water bill, there may be a leak somewhere in your home.
- Water Marks or Discoloration:ย Some yellow or brown stains on your walls, ceiling, or even floors might be leaking.
- Bulging or Warped Surfaces:ย Most of the time, thatโs hidden water damage showing itself through your floors, baseboards, or even your ceilings.
- Musty Odors:ย Persistent damp smells from rooms can be a sign of the presence of mold, or it might be a subtle leak
- Unusual Sounds: Hissing or dripping sounds out of the blue, with no water being used in the home at that time, can mean thereโs a leak in your pipes.
For further assistance with water-related home concerns, go to our plumbing services page
Professional Leak Detection
Some leaks are obvious, but most will be inside walls, under floors, or behind cabinetry. D. Rohde Home Services uses advanced tools and training in the art of damage-less discovery for finding hidden leaks to avoid unnecessary damage to your home.
Tools include:
- Thermal imaging cameras
- Moisture meters
- Pipe inspection cameras
Licensed professionals have the experience to identify the source and recommend safe, effective repair options. See more about our emergency plumbing services for leaks that need immediate attention.
Repairing Hidden Leaks
As soon as a leak is detected, immediate action should be taken
We can perform:
- Pipe repair or replacement
- We fix leaks around fixtures, faucets, and appliances.
- Flush and repair water heaters that have been affected by mineral buildup or leaking.
- Restoration of any impacted areas to stop mold growth
When you address your leaks early enough, you avoid much damage and high costs in the long run.
Preventative Maintenance to Avoid Leaks
Preventative plumbing maintenance will be your homeโs best defense against hidden leaks; be sure that the small issues are caught early through regular inspection, professional drain cleaning, and routine servicing of appliances.
Check out our drain cleaning services to learn how we will keep your pipes clear and functioning properly.