Water pipe corrosion is very common in metal plumbing system. It is typically caused by age and oxidation. Not only can it leave your home or business vulnerable to damage from leaks and water contamination, which are both a recipe for complications...
Plumbing leaks are costing Atlanta residents more than they think. Not only are water leaks wasting our precious resource, they are responsible for millions of dollars in damages.
Undetected water leaks can happen without the home or...
Plumbing leaks can be a huge headache for Central Florida residents. How you handle the leak can make a huge difference in repair costs. Which is why it is important to understand a few things about them.
The Most Common Reasons Why Water...
More than just inconvenient, low water pressure can mean your Atlanta area home may have a water leak. Depending on the severity the plumbing leak may be affecting just one room, the bathroom or kitchen, or the entire home.
If the low water...
Whether it is a higher than usual water bill, the sound of running water when all the appliances are turned off, unexplained mold, warm flooring, or a dozen other indications of a water leak, finding the source is crucial!
Knowing you have...
Plumbing issues and water leaks never happen at a convenient time. With the cold temperatures here in Atlanta many of our customers are experiencing leaking pipes.
Just like any other appliance or system in your home, your plumbing needs...
Here in Central Florida, plumbing leaks waste about 14 out of every 100 gallons of water! We are talking about clean drinking water. Where is it all going? While some of it ends up going into the ground, much of it ends up between walls, behind...
Detecting water leaks in your Atlanta area home or business is easier than you think! Many plumbing leaks are easy to track down and repair. Others may be more difficult, but with the help from the Leak Doctor, they can be located and repaired with...
Don't let another year go by without taking care of your plumbing system. Water leaks are responsible for costly repairs and many health issues.
Most water leaks occur without anyone noticing them until they cause significant...
Anyone who has a home or business in the Atlanta area understands that problems seem to come out of no where. A plumbing leak is one of those things where one day your water pipes seem to be working fine, no worries. The next day you find...
Have you ever tried going an entire day without using any water? Take the challenge, it's practically impossible! We use water from the time we wake up till we go back to bed, from the kitchen and bathroom, brushing our teeth, washing...
How can I find a plumbing leak, even if it is underneath my concrete slab foundation?
This is a question we get all the time at the Atlanta Leak Doctor. The fact is, it only takes a small plumbing intrusion to add up to major damage and...
If you’ve ever had a plumbing leak you know they can be a headache for any Central Florida property owner. There are many reasons by a water pipe can be compromised, from corrosion to poor installation. No matter what the cause, if they...
The holiday season is a time for friends and family, but it is also the time for plumbing problems and water leaks. The extra stress on corroded pipes can lead to pinhole leaks or complete plumbing failures.
If disaster strikes, do you know...
Let’s face it, plumbing leaks in Central Florida end up costing home and business owners money. Losing water means losing money!
While most piping materials are known for their durability, their weakness is pinholes leaks A...
It's easy to take clean water for granted. We turn on the faucet and water comes out. But in the vast network of pipes it can be difficult to know if you have a water leak.
Sometimes these leaks are obvious, while other leaks...
Slab leaks have become a big issue in Central Florida. Many home and business owners are experiencing either a higher than normal water bill, warm or damp areas on the floor, unexplained mold or mildew, pooling water where it shouldn’t, low...
You may not think a small water leak means that much, after all it's just a few drops. But those few drops really add up!
If you suspect a water leak it is important to have repaired right away. With the latest technology, this means...
This time of year water leaks and broken plumbing pipes seem to happen more often. Maybe it is the extra load put on them from having friends and family over, additional cooking, and even more laundry as we head into our cooler weather. All this...
Pipe corrosion is on the rise in Central Florida. While nobody wants to think about it, pipes don’t last forever.
Pipe failure can occur for several reasons, chemicals in the water, pH level, oxygen concentration, temperature, poor...
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If you suspect a leak, monitoring your home’s water meter will give you a definitive answer. The meter is often located beneath a manhole-type cover near the street or (in areas where temperatures don’t dip below freezing) on the side or back of the house, near to where the water supply line enters the house. Follow these steps to monitor the meter: