Homeowners in Central Florida have many plumbing and water leak questions. Here are a few of the most popular ones we receive at the Leak Doctor.
What is the difference between the Leak Doctor and a Plumbing Company?
A quality leak...
The Leak Doctor usually gets a call from someone in the Atlanta area who received a higher than usual water bill, whether it has been steadily creeping up or it suddenly spiked. Or it could have been the mold growing they noticed growing where it...
When a plumbing pipe springs a leak, there is no time to waste. Water leaks can practically be invisible, dripping slowly behind walls, shorting out wires, destroying drywall, support beams, damaging floors, and causing mold to grow.
While...
Many Atlanta area homes and businesses don’t realize how much damage a small plumbing leak can cause. Here at the Leak Doctor we have heard it all. From, I was going to try and find the leak a couple of months ago, but I forgot, to the...
Join Orlando area Residents this Earth Day by hunting down water leaks in your home or business.
A Few Water Facts From The EPA
The average family can waste 180 gallons per week, or 9,400 gallons of water annually, from household...
Water leaks and corroded pipes are a growing problem in Georgia, repairs can be costly, they can happen to any property, whether it is new or older. It can be due to aging pipes, corrosion, poor installation, the result of animals, soil...
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Leak Doctor wants everyone to celebrate Earth Day by conserving water and repairing plumbing leaks. It is important for every home and business owner to determine if they are wasting water and...
Unfortunately, as pipes age in Central Florida they fall victim to rust, corrosion, pinhole leaks and breakage. Corrosion occurs when acids found in water produce pits in the pipes, which eventually turn into pinhole size leaks. ...
Early plumbing leak detection needs to be a priority in Atlanta, for both home and business owners. Water pipes succumb to leaks for several reasons, primarily from corrosion.
Water dripping behind walls, under floors, and a lot of other...
Drip by drip, water leaks cause significant damage. In fact, insurance claims from water damage exceed that of theft and fire claims combined. But the latest water leak detection and sensing technology can save property owners throughout...
Our deteriorating plumbing system has lead to pipe corrosion and water leaks. With the average water leak in the Atlanta area goes undetected for at least six months before being noticed. This leads to severe consequences, not only is treated...
This year the Leak Doctor is celebrating 'Fix a Leak Week' by taking it to the next level!
As a trusted leader in the industry, the Leak Doctor is looking into the future to prevent the dangers and damages...
Plumbing maintenance doesn’t make the ‘To Do List’ of many Atlanta home or business owners. While many may think is not necessary, the fact, it's crucial! Skipping routine maintenance on water pipes means...
Water leaks can run, but they can’t hide! Chasing down leaks and repairing them not only saves water, but also money! Mark your calendar for the EPA’s annual Fix a Leak Week, March 18 through 24, 2019.
The fact is, it just takes...
Do you know what the most common water problem facing Atlanta homeowners? Pipe Corrosion!
What is pipe corrosion?
Corrosion happens when the chemicals and minerals in water slowly dissolve the inside of the pipes. Causing them to...
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...
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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: