At present, the majority of the homeowners are facing lots of problems related to plumbing leaks. Leaks can occur anywhere in your residence including behind the walls, underneath the ground, in the ceilings as well as in every pipe visible to you. However, it is not known to many of us that plumbing leaks can often lead to some significant issues such as flooding, rotting, as well as decay. In the subsequent paragraphs, we have mentioned some essential methods for checking your home for water leaks.

A very easy way to determine whether there is any leak somewhere in the plumbing system will be to check the water meter. However, ensure that no water is being utilized outside or inside while it is being checked. Observe the leak indicator on the water meter and in case it moves then in all probabilities there is a leak.

You can use another method to check whether there is any leak by taking a meters reading, then waiting for some time, and taking it once again. Take care not to use any water outside or inside of your house in between the readings. There is definitely a leak somewhere in your plumbing system in case you find any change in the reading.

After ascertaining that is indeed a leak, it is imperative to comprehend the location of that leak. The following steps can be taken to get it done:

1. Use the main shut off valve to turn off the supply of water. Although you will find it in a variety of places, it is usually located behind the outdoor faucet.

2. Next, use either the leak indicator or the reading method to check the water meter once again. In case there is any alteration in the reading or if the indicator still moves, then the position of the leak is outside. However, the leak must be located inside your residence in case there is no movement of the indicator and also no change in the reading.

Although it is the duty of the plumbers, still you can make the job easier for them by figuring out beforehand whether the leak is outside or inside. There is no need to worry in case you are not able to comprehend the exact location of the leak since it is not compulsory for you to do so before contacting a professional plumber.

Indoor leaks:

1. Leaking toilets 

As a matter of fact, it is a challenging job to figure out the position of toilet leaks since they are usually silent. These types of leaks can result in a costly water bill since a lot of water is going to be wasted in such cases. Fortunately, it is not at all difficult to fix toilet leaks and also they are not that pricey. A wonderful method to find out a toilet leak will be to put some dye tab into the toilet tank and then leave it like that for approximately 30 minutes. In case there are some dye colors in the water, then you can be sure that there is a leak.

2. Leaking faucets 

The main reason for having a leaky faucet is usually the wearing out of the rubber washer. Of course, it is not at all difficult to replace them although you must have the appropriate tools for doing so. The water must be shut off under the sink or at the main shut-off valve by the plumber, and following this, he has to remove the faucet handle because the location of the rubber washers is under the handle.

3. Leaks in the overflow tube 

A significant reason for the occurrence of toilet leaks is that the level of water inside the tank is too high. In fact, the level should be approximately less than one inch below the overflow tube. There is a possibility for the water to spill into the tube in case its level is higher than this. Although you should be able to fix the problem by yourself, it is recommended to take the help of a professional plumber since he has got the required expertise to get it done quickly as well as flawlessly.

Outdoor leaks:

Usually, the location of the outdoor leaks tends to be underground. It is advisable to look for wet patches around your residence in case you do believe that there is any outdoor leak. Observe it meticulously in case you are able to locate one, and if it fails to dry up then in all probabilities there is a water leak.

 

For more information, contact Vinny’s Jersey Plumbing, located in Wayne, NJ.  We service the following towns in New Jersey:  New Milford, Englewood, Paramus and West Orange.