How Can You Identify the Source of a Plumbing Leak?

Unwanted water in structures can result in stains, the deterioration of building components, and mold growth. Finding the source of the leak is possible since water can enter a building from several different places, including drinking water and sewer plumbing.

How to locate the leak's location?

  • Look for spots of grass that are greener.
    Your yard may leak from a buried water line if a section of the grass is noticeably greener and grows more quickly than the rest. But, according to the air conditioner in Bakersfield experts, if the leak is severe, you might even see small puddles on the ground’s surface.
  • Keep an eye out for leaking hints.
    Some leaks are far more covert than others, such as when a fitting on a supply line under your sink malfunctions and sends a shower of water flying! In the worst-case scenario, water may slowly seep from pipe fittings inside a wall and be undetected until it causes significant damage. 
  • Observe the water meter.
    Monitoring your water meter will give you a clear answer if you suspect a leak. Wait another hour after checking the water meter and recording the readings. If the figures remain the same when you check again, your residence is where the leak comes from. If the numbers have changed on the meter, the leak is in the underground water main.
  • Look into the fixtures and appliances.
    If the water meter test reveals a leak within your house, ensure the cabinets beneath the sinks in the kitchen, laundry room, and bathroom are dry.
  • Dye-test the toilet.
    Take out a bottle of food coloring, and add a few drops to each toilet tank throughout the home. Within five minutes, the color will show up in the toilet bowl if the tank leaks. Contact a plumber if you notice a stain in the bowl.

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