Leaking water pipes can be a nightmare for homeowners here in Central Florida. While an increased water bill or a drop in water pressure can be annoying, it is nothing when compared to the devastating damage it can cause to your home. It can even...
Detecting water and plumbing leaks in Central Florida is important for both residential and commercial buildings. Undetected water leaks can lead to extensive property damage, insect infestation, mold and significant water loss.
Often...
The Leak Doctor is teaming up with The Environmental Protection Agency to celebrate National 'Fix a Leak Week March 2023 This year’s theme is “Leaks Can Run, but They Can’t Hide”, encouraging consumers to chase...
Have you noticed damp spots on the floor and carpets? Are you experiencing lower water pressure than usual? These might be signs that you have a slab leak. A slab leak can be a big deal and a costly affair if left unresolved. Slab leaks often occur...
Many homeowners in Orlando don't realize they have a water leak. Life can get busy and it can be difficult to notice a hidden plumbing connection under a concrete foundation or behind a wall.
You are not alone, studies show these types of...
Have you ever tried going an entire day without using any water? Take the challenge, it's practically impossible! We use water from the time we wake up till we go back to bed, from the kitchen and bathroom, brushing our teeth, washing...
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We’ve all heard it, but do we actually heed the warning? For instance, water or plumbing leaks, we have the technology to monitor pipes and send an alarm if a leak even starts....
Homeowners in the Orlando area protect their property from hurricanes and floods. Take out insurance policies for their house and even appliances. But are they protecting themselves from plumbing emergencies or costly water leaks?
As our...
There is no doubt, water leaks can be devastating. A pipe can burst without warning, or it could be a household appliance such as a dishwasher or water heater, or a slow drip from a leaky pipe behind a wall or under a concrete...
Instead of digging up all of your pipes, ruining your floors and yard, the latest technology can repair cast iron pipes without any destruction.
The latest technology allows us to gently clean out all the rust and corrosion out of your cast...
Water and plumbing leaks in Orlando and Kissimmee can end up being very costly to a home or business owner, to both their wallet and health. Though the damage may be hidden at first, it can affect the structural integrity of the building...
Most of the homes and businesses in the are Orlando area are built on concrete slab foundations. Plumbing pipes located directly below the property are without any type of buffer. So if one of these pipes happens to leak, from corrosion,...
The holidays are about making memories and celebrating with family and friends. This is typically when water pipes feel extra pressure, either from the change in weather or from the extra usage. Older and corroded pipes tend to be more...
As a homeowner here in Central Florida, you don't want a plumbing leak, but unfortunately, they happen. Leaking water pipes is one of the common problems that homeowners encounter. Leaking pipes can sometimes result in small issues or...
Before I received a higher than normal water bill, I never thought about needing a leak detection service. I checked everywhere, both inside and outside my home for a water leak, I couldn't find anything.
I even called the utility company,...
If you have a home in Central Florida you should know a few things about your plumbing pipes and leaks. It may start as a just a couple of drips here should there, but the cost of wasted water adds up quickly.
According to the...
Almost 99% of the people living in Central Florida are unaware they have a water leak in their home or business until it's too late! Unfortunately, water pipes don't last forever. Over time the chemicals in the water can...
Silent water leaks can create more damages in your Orlando area home or business than you would ever think!
Just a pinhole size leak behind the bathroom cabinet, under the floor, between the walls, behind the refrigerator, under...
Locating a leaking water pipe is one of the most common plumbing issues in the Central Florida area. Finding and fixing a water leak may appear easy, which is why many home and business owner attempt to repair the problem...
Detecting water leaks in your Central Florida home or business is easier than you think! Many plumbing leaks are easy to track down and repair. Others may be more difficult, but with the help from the Leak Doctor, they can be located and repaired...
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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: