IS THERE A LEAK LURKING RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE?

5 Signs Your Simi Valley Home may Have a Hidden Leak

A broken water pipe in the basement is a clear indicator of a leak. However, many plumbing problems don’t begin from a sudden pipe break. Instead, they often develop over time for various reasons. A seal may break, the pipe might leak, or rain can ooze into a crack in the foundation. Catching small problems helps to prevent bigger, more costly issues. Here are five signs that you have may have a hidden water leak in your home.

Musty odor.

If areas of your home smell musty, chances are you might have a leak. Just walking through your basement or attic can signal your nose that something isn’t right. Pay attention to odd smells.

Water marks or stains.

Discoloration in the walls, floor, or ceiling, or perhaps under the sink or around the toilet, might be a sign of a water leak. Check out the stains to see if they are fresh or old. Watch to see if they grow bigger. Pencil lightly around the mark and check it frequently to see if the stain spreads.

Damp spots.

When you find a damp spot, touch it to see if it is wet or is dry. Wetness suggests that a leak has developed and is becoming active. If the wall paper is curdled or the paint develops bubbles, chances are you have a leak behind the wall.

Audible dripping sound.

If you hear a dripping sound from a faucet in the sink or tub, that tells you there is a leak in the hardware. Whether the dripping is slow or fast-paced, the plumbing system is losing water due to a breakage of some sort. Sometimes a leak doesn’t make any sound, so don’t count on hearing it to know whether you have a leak or not.

Mildew or mold.

Mold and mildew can take many colors and forms. Often you’ll see it growing in dark, musty areas, and it may smell. Black mold is particularly dangerous, especially for those with weak immune systems. Have the area checked by a professional plumber with mold removal training to get the work done right.

A leaky pipe can be a serious problem that will lead to expensive repairs. However, looking for signs like these early in the process, or identifying symptoms like those above, can help you to find the problem quickly and contact a plumber who can make a fast and low-cost repair.

Don’t be submerged by the water in your Simi Valley home. Call Fix It Fast Plumbing at (805) 623-4417 today, and get that water leak repaired now!