Causes of Leaks

Water pipes and supply lines leak for a plethora of reasons ranging from controllable causes to inevitable natural processes. By understanding the causes of common leaks, you can mitigate damage by mindfully maintaining your property.

Clogs: Tossing anything other than soft tissues or toilet paper into your toilet will likely cause a clog. Your sink is also sensitive. Clogged pipes cause downstream pressure and result in cracked pipes that leak.

Corrosion: Natural processes turn sturdy metal into leaky tubes. Rust and other corrosion naturally crack water pipes over time.

Tree Roots: Slow but devastating. The damage caused by tree roots penetrating underground plumbing systems can be destructive. Your basement and slab are common targets of invasive tree roots.

Temperature: Fluctuating temperature can expand and contract pipes. Through time, the pipes begin to crack and allow water to seep through.

Checking for Leaks

You do not always need a leak detection company. Many leaks are actually easy to detect on your own! Look out for moisture, condensation, and water spots especially in your basement. Check for the smell of mildew in your attic in the case of roof leaks. Save yourself some time and money by performing the following quick "mini" leak detection before calling your Johns Creek leak detection experts at Leak Detection of Atlanta.