Do you have a leaking Pipe?

 If you have any of the following 6 signs, it’s very likely you have a leaking pipe in or around your property.

1. CHANGE IN WATER PRESSURE FROM THE TAPS

When a water main pipe leaks, it is possible to notice a drop in the water pressure coming through to the taps.  This is due to some of the water that would normally come through to the tap, leaking out of the broken pipe.

 2. DAMP OR WET MARKS ON THE WALLS, CEILINGS OR FLOORS

When leaks occur in pipes in the walls, ceilings or floor, there are usually noticeable water staining marks in the area of the leak.  Vermin can chew through plastic piping in roofs and walls, causing small leaks that can be tricky to hear and see.

3.PUDDLES OR BOGGY AREAS AROUND THE GARDEN

Constantly damp or wet areas in and around the garden when there hasn’t been any rain recently is another tell tell sign you may have a burst pipe.  Also patches of thriving grass when most of the garden is looking a little dry is another good indication that you may have a leak.

4. BROWN OR SMELLY WATER

If water is discoloured or smelly when it comes out of your taps, it may be a sign of a corroded and possibly leaking pipe in your mains water system.

5. INCREASE IN WATER BILLS

Have your water usage charges gone up dramatically without any obvious reason, like extra guests or watering of the garden during the drier seasons?  If so, this is a good indication that you have a water leak on your property.

6 .CONSTANT DRIPPING OR SOUND OF WATER RUNNING

Have you noticed a new dripping or running water sound that won’t go away?  Don’t ignore this one as it could be the sound of damage being caused by water leaking inside the walls of your home.

If you suspect a burst pipe and have checked out the list above, it’s time to call in help from your local trusted  plumber, DCM Plumbing we are fully licensed and insured and can attend to all emergencies the same day.