Don't Let A Water Leak In Your Plumbing Ruin Your Day
Water leaks left unchecked can lead to enormous water bills from your utility company depending on the size of the leak. Not to mention water leaks can also lead to extensive damage to your home or building, including your walls, flooring, and ceilings and it can also lead to mold and mildew problems if the leak is undiscovered for days, weeks, or even months.
Solid Plumbing & Gas, Ltd. is a full service plumbing company based out of Victoria, BC. and serving the surrounding area. We specialize repairing water leaks in your plumbing and drain systems. Whether you have a leak in a water line inside your walls, piping that is leaking within your floor or slab, or even leaking plumbing fixtures like your hot water tank, our technicians will be able to identify where the leak is coming from and offer solutions to repair it for you.
Where Do We Find The Water Leaks Most Often?
There are a few places where we commonly find water leaks in a home or building. Some of these are a pretty easy fix if you can access it on your own, for others or more severe leaks that you cannot access or don't know how to fix, you're going to need our help.
Kitchen sink piping: The frequent use of the kitchen sink can cause wear and tear on the pipes, usually the joints, over time, leading to leaks.
Bathroom sink piping: Similar to the kitchen, the bathroom sink is also a common place for leaks due to its heavy usage. Leaks could be occurring at the faucet or below in the actual piping bringing water to or from the sink.
Water piping within walls: These hidden leaks can often go unnoticed for weeks if not months until they cause visible water damage.
Hot water tanks that are failing: As hot water tanks age, they can start to corrode and leak. The fastest way to repair this is with a hot water tank replacement.
Piping within your floor or your concrete slab: Known as slab leaks, these can be particularly problematic due to their hard-to-reach location. We can use special equipment and our expertise to locate these leaks. Repair solutions can vary depending on many different factors. Common signs of a slab leak include unexplained increases in water bills, a sound of running water when all water is turned off, moisture or mildew under carpets, and areas of the floor that are warmer than others.
Water filtration systems: Over time, seals can wear out or filters can become clogged, causing leaks.
Poorly installed plumbing fixtures: If fixtures like faucets or showerheads or piping aren't installed correctly, they can often leak.
Burst piping caused by freezing water: In colder climates, pipes can freeze and burst, causing significant leaks.
Toilet flange and wax ring: Over time, these can degrade or be improperly seated, leading to leaks around the base of the toilet.
Garbage disposal units: These can develop leaks due to worn out seals or cracks in the casing.
Washing machine hoses: Over time, these hoses can become worn and start to leak, especially if they are made of rubber.
Outdoor faucets and sprinkler systems: Due to exposure to the elements, these systems can often develop leaks.
Water heater relief valves: These are designed to leak water when the pressure inside the tank gets too high, but can also leak due to failure or sediment buildup.
Dishwasher connections and hoses: If not installed correctly or if they become worn out, these can often lead to leaks.
Water piping within second-story ceilings: Water leaks in these areas can be particularly destructive as they can cause damage not only to the upper floor but also to the ceilings and walls on the floor below. The leaking water can also travel along pipes or other structural elements, making the source of the leak hard to identify without professional help.
If you’d like to request your plumbing service to locate and repair your water leak please call: (250) 888-8875 if the request is urgent or fill out our online contact form if you need non-emergency service and we’ll get right back to you.
