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If you have leaky pipes in your Andover, MA, home or business, let us help you\u00a0uncover hidden plumbing\u00a0problems so that you can get them repaired quickly. Some detection techniques require a plumber, but others you can perform yourself.<\/p>\n
128 Plumbing technicians\u00a0use\u00a0high-tech gadgets and years of experience\u00a0to track down problems with underground pipes and above-ground ducts and pipes for our Andover\u00a0clients. Here are some of the methods we use.<\/p>\n
When 128 Plumbing does a video camera pipe inspection\u00a0in\u00a0Andover, MA, we can pinpoint the exact locations of\u00a0broken and leaky pipes. The equipment used includes\u00a0a\u00a0flexible\u00a0fiber-optic wire with a\u00a0video camera\u00a0on its\u00a0end. This high-resolution device\u00a0also has sensors. The video images are saved\u00a0so you can request a copy from your Andover\u00a0home.<\/p>\n
We use the video camera to find damaged pipes, misaligned pipes, clogged pipes, deteriorated pipes, root invasion, and any other problems.<\/p>\n
A leak in the plumbing typically modifies the pressure readings of a pipe. If the plumbing has a pipe\u00a0with a leak, pressure decreases. We can test the pressure throughout your Andover\u00a0home to find leaks.<\/p>\n
If you have leaky plumbing in Andover, expect the water bill to spike. Usually, this is the first indication of leaking underground pipes. The spike occurs quickly from one month to the next for large leaks. However, a minor plumbing issue might cause only small changes in your water or sewer\u00a0bill. A leaky pipe that gets worse will cause a continually rising bill despite consistent usage in Andover.<\/p>\n
Some Andover\u00a0bill spikes come from a leaking pipe, but others can come from a\u00a0leaky appliance such as a toilet. To find out if your toilet is leaking, add food coloring to\u00a0the tank and wait for 10 minutes. If you see food\u00a0coloring in the bowl, the toilet is leaking. For water-based appliances and faucets,\u00a0look for dripping water around the connected pipes or the appliance in your Andover\u00a0home.<\/p>\n
Leaking pipes<\/a> and other\u00a0plumbing\u00a0issues in your Andover\u00a0home often cause damp carpet,\u00a0pools of water, or warped floorboards. If the pipes are under concrete, the water may build up under your\u00a0foundation. Other indications of plumbing issues include dampness and water pooling. Some of the water may escape and\u00a0pool on\u00a0the floor or in your yard. If you have carpeting, look\u00a0for darker spots that are damp or wet.\u00a0On wood panel floors,\u00a0leaking pipes typically cause noticeable warping.<\/p>\n When looking for plumbing issues in your Andover\u00a0home or business location, note whether your\u00a0water fixtures\u00a0seem less powerful. Your plumbing needs high water pressure to deliver a steady stream to bathtubs, sinks, and showers. If\u00a0any of these appliances become less powerful, a leaking pipe could be the culprit.<\/p>\n To check your appliances,\u00a0shut\u00a0off\u00a0all the water-based appliances in your Andover\u00a0home, then\u00a0test the stream\u00a0at a single faucet.<\/p>\n If your Andover\u00a0home has a foundation crack, there could be a plumbing issue in the pipes under your home’s concrete slab, involving either the\u00a0freshwater or sewer pipes.\u00a0When any of these pipes leak, water\u00a0finds its way to the surface and may cause cracks or warping. Common signs of sewer leaks\u00a0in Andover\u00a0plumbing include:<\/p>\n Drain plumbing leaks\u00a0let water seep out of the drain\u00a0where it’s connected to your shower or tub. These plumbing issues\u00a0are common\u00a0in fiberglass and plastic tubs\u00a0or shower pans. These materials are flexible, so standing on them can break the seal\u00a0of your drain plumbing in Andover. When they occur on the second floor of your Andover home or business, these leaks may eventually\u00a0damage the ceiling below.<\/p>\n Signs of drain plumbing trouble in Andover:<\/p>\n Try these steps to find the source of the plumbing problem in your Andover residence or commercial location.<\/p>\n If you aren’t sure whether you have a plumbing issue in your\u00a0Andover home or business, it may be time to call in the professionals. Contact the experienced\u00a0team at 128 Plumbing<\/a> to schedule an appointment or ask questions. We are happy to serve our clients in Andover, MA.<\/p>\nCheck Your\u00a0Andover Plumbing Fixtures<\/h3>\n
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