Protect Your Home From Slab Leaks

11/19/2021 (Permalink)

When a pipe underneath a home's slab foundation has a leak, most don't notice the problem for a long time. This can cause water damage to the home.

Did you know that when you fix small water leaks, you can save about 10 percent on your home’s water bill? Obviously, when it comes to slab leaks, this is the type of water damage that isn’t so easily correctable. But just imagine how much more money you’ll save when the issue is detected early and resolved quickly. 

SERVPRO knows a thing or two about slab leaks because we’ve been providing Dallas water damage restoration for many years. To learn more about the warning signs of slab leaks, keep on reading. 

What’s a Slab Leak?

A slab leak is when a pipe underneath a property’s slab area is leaking. The leaking pipe allows water to seep into the earth and the home’s foundation.

Slab leaks can damage concrete and erode the soil surrounding your property. It can take a long time for a property owner to realize they have a slab leak, which is why you should be aware of the following warning signs.

Dome Formations

Slab leaks can warp your floors and turn them into dome-like shapes. Even though they are an indicator of slab leaks, they are also an indicator that slab leaks have been occurring on your property for a long time and there is severe damage.

Warm Areas on Your Floor

If the hot water line is what’s causing slab leaks, then you can detect such types of leaks just by feeling how warm your floors are. Having carpeted flooring can make spotting these warm areas rather easy. Any other type of flooring that is otherwise thick will make detection difficult.

Increased Water Bill

If there’s a sudden spike in your water bills, this can often be an indicator of a severe leak.

SERVPRO of Dallas Love Can Fix Your Slab Leaks

If you have a slab leak in your home, you can resolve it quickly when you call SERVPRO for our Dallas water damage restoration services.

Call us today at (214) 272-7600 or fill out our online form to get Dallas water damage restoration right away.