Leak Detection and Repair

Drain Leaks

Bathtub, shower, and sink drain leaks keep plumbers employed.

While water damage in the ceiling will usually be fairly obvious, we advise you to check underneath your sinks from time to time. Make sure to run water while observing, so you can catch a leak in the act!

Water Heater Leaks

Traditional Hot Water Tanks store large amounts of water with varying temperatures. The heat and pressure that builds up can decay seals and prompt leaks.

Periodically inspect the hot water tank and the surrounding area, checking the tank’s pressure relief valve, as this is the most common water heater leak source.

Dishwasher Leaks

Dishwashers are more complex than most plumbing appliances, and several things can cause a leak. Always keep an eye out for puddling around the dishwasher, but also periodically check in the basement under the dishwasher while it’s running. Catching a dishwasher leak early is the key to preventing mould.

Toilet Leaks

Toilets can leak from multiple places, such as the valve, the bowl, and the drain. A pool of water around the toilet is a sure sign that you have a leak, but keep an eye out for water damage and leaking from lower floors as well!

Leaky Faucets

While a leaking faucet is usually safer than most other leaks because of the sink drain underneath, it’s advisable to take care of it sooner than later as any leak is wasteful and expensive over time. Furthermore, faucets can leak at the hose connections, so remember to check under the sink from time to time!

Leaking Drain Pipes

Drain pipes can leak for various reasons, such as loose or worn compression nuts, incorrectly fitted pipes, damaged pipes, water pressure, lousy leak patches, and several other possibilities. While less consistent and pressurized than waterline leaks, drain leaks are used and dirty water, which can be hazardous.

Water Supply Leaks

Water supply lines have to deal with constant water pressure and varying water temperatures. Combine this with age, corrosion, or poor plumbing fittings, and you’ll eventually have a water supply leak. These leaks often appear behind drywall, in the ceiling, in floors, and basements.

Burst Pipes or Frozen Pipes

Unlike most substances, water expands when it freezes. As a result, your pipes are susceptible to bending, damage, and bursting during the cold winter months. We Canadians are no strangers to cold winters!

Properly winterizing your home and plumbing system can save you tons of trouble and money! But we’re here when you need us!