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Why Hidden Water Leaks Are a Growing Concern for Seattle



There are several features of Seattle property that may be causing problems related to plumbing leaks. With the city's heavy rainfall season, aging plumbing system, and numerous mature trees, it becomes extremely hard to discover any hidden water leaks which cause significant damage.

Numerous houses in Seattle neighborhoods like Ballard, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Fremont, Green Lake, and West Seattle were constructed a long time ago. Despite the fact that old buildings are very charming, their plumbing system becomes vulnerable to corrosion, pipes' deterioration, and water leaks. Even relatively new houses can have leaks in the underground water lines and plumbing connections.

Reasons Why Leaks Are Hard to Notice in Seattle

One of the first things that point to the existence of a hidden leak in your house is an unusually high water bill. An increase in the monthly water bill may mean that water is leaking from a place you cannot access yet and, thus, is wasting thousands of gallons of water every month. Checking your water bill regularly should therefore be the very first step you take when trying to find out whether your house has a water leak or not.

The fact that Seattle gets plenty of rain during much of the year leads people to believe that water stains, musty smell or dampness are caused by weather conditions. However, plumbing leaks can actually cause all the listed problems.

The following warning signs can appear:

1. Unusual increase in the amount of water expenses
   
2. Musty smells inside the house
   
3. Stains on ceilings and walls
4. Moisture in crawl spaces
5. Decrease in water pressure
6. Presence of mold or mildew
7. Damp or warped floors

In case you notice the above-mentioned symptoms, the services of leak detection will help you to understand whether the problem is associated with weather moisture or active water leaks.

Problems Related to Tree Roots and Underground Water Lines

Seattle is famous for its mature tree canopy which represents one of the main features of the city. However, tree roots which naturally search for moisture can get into aging sewer and water pipes, thus causing leaks, cracks, and general destruction.

The buildings that have lots of trees close to underground water and sewer lines are more vulnerable to the leaks which become noticeable only after causing water damage.

Hidden Water Leaks Consequences

Although a little leak may seem harmless in the beginning, in the long run it can waste gallons of water and lead to additional structural damage.

Moisture can affect:

• Insulation
• Drywall
• Flooring
• Building material
• Building Foundations

Since Seattle is a moisture-rich city, it is likely that extra water can contribute to mold development and cause indoor air pollution.

Leak Detection Services in Seattle, WA

Thanks to modern technologies it is now possible to find any hidden leaks without causing unnecessary disturbance of your house. No matter where the leak is located – behind the wall, under the concrete slab, in crawl spaces or underground water lines, professional services of leak detection will help you to locate the problem precisely.

If you noticed increased water bills, moisture or other signs of water damage, scheduling professional leak detection is a way to protect your property from further expenses on repair.