Locating the Source & Repairing Leaks in Temecula & Murrieta

What Is a Slab Leak?

A slab leak is a common problem that occurs when the water pipes under the concrete slab develop a leak. This causes water to run into the ground and find its way up through the slab and into your home. Undetected, these leaks can cause serious damage to the structure and interior of the home, including drywall, carpeting, and flooring.

What causes slab leaks in Temecula?

• Environmental and Soil Changes — Shifting soil and seismic activity (we have quite a few earthquakes here!) can exert pressure on underground pipes. This stress can fracture and dislocate your piping.
• Aging and Corrosion — Not everything improves with age. Pipes corrode and deteriorate, especially in places like Temecula with hard water. Once pipes begin to break down, leaks are sure to follow.
• Physical Damage from Construction — Any renovation, significant impact, or construction near the slab can cause damage to your plumbing. If you’ve had work done recently, you may want to have us check for leaks.
• High Water Pressure — If the water coming into your home has seen fluctuations in pressure, including a spike, you may have sustained damage to your unseen water lines.

Signs of a slab leak

• Wet Floors and Mildew — Have you noticed wet carpeting or flooring? Is mildew growing under carpets or floors? These can be signs of a slab leak in the pipe that runs under the slab.
• Hearing Running Water — If you hear water running when no faucets or showers are turned on in the house, this is a common sign of a slab leak. Get in touch with us, so our Riverside County plumbers can get to work detecting and repairing the leak.
• Unusually High Water Bills — In most homes, water bills are fairly consistent, and usage doesn’t change dramatically from one bill to the next. If your water consumption is normal, but your bill suddenly increases, this can indicate a slab leak.

Expert Repairs for Slab Leaks

At Guardian Plumbers, we employ the most advanced technologies to tackle slab leaks throughout Temecula and Murrieta. Our comprehensive approach to slab leak detection and repair includes the use of electronic sound leak detection, electronic line tracing equipment, and thermal heat sensing to pinpoint problem areas.

Our skilled technicians use a careful process of elimination to identify leaks properly the first time and to help you under the scope of the issue and the most effective repairs. If necessary, we will even open walls and isolate individual lines for visual inspection and pressure testing.

We are committed to solving your slab leak issues in Temecula. With maximum precision and minimal disruption, we’ll make sure you get the leak detection and repair you need. Count on Guardian Plumbers to keep your pipes in great shape and to restore your peace of mind.