PHOENIX — With the potential of heavy rains during the Valley’s monsoon season, you need to be prepared for water leaks at your home.
There are several common signs that may indicate a leak.
Puddles, visible water stains and cracks on ceilings, walls or floors are the most obvious tell-tale signs, but the team at Day & Night Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing offers other clues that you may have leakage.
Signs to look for when determining home water leaks
- Lower water pressure: Whether it’s your shower head or one of your sink faucets, a drop in water pressure often means a leak in the plumbing system.
- Ghost water sounds: If you hear the sound of running water but no faucet is active, there may be a hidden leak.
- Appearance of mold/mildew: Though mold or mildew may not be visually obvious, bad smells coming from under sinks or behind your refrigerator often mean the growth is present and a leak is nearby.
- Abnormally warm area on floor: Warm spots may be present if a leak develops in a water heater or other in-floor heating system.
- Spike in water bill payment: Unless your water provider previously alerted you to increases in your bill, a high monthly price may correspond with a hidden leak and deficient water use.
Areas to search for water leaks
Scanning your ceiling and walls can only get you so far. There are three often overlooked places that may harbor hidden leaks.
- Laundry room: Water has the potential to escape via worn washing machine hoses or improperly sealed utility sinks.
- Beneath sinks: Sinks, especially the kitchen sink, are the most common spot for leaks and among the most identifiable and fixable.
- Exposed supply lines: Water pressure imbalance can reveal its ugly head in weak supply lines, whether that be behind toilets, under sinks or in basements.
Schedule a standard check-up or repair with Day & Night online or call 602-497-4622.
Day & Night serves 23 cities in Arizona, including Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Buckeye and Surprise. Check online to see your closest service provider.
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