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Slab Leak Repair Service

Leaks are always inconvenient, but some leaks are worse than others — slab leaks fall into the latter category. A slab leak happens when the pipes under your foundation leak. If left unaddressed for long enough, that can lead to some serious issues, and may even jeopardize your home. As soon as you suspect you have a slab leak, time is of the essence.

Handling a slab leak is beyond the capabilities of most homeowners. And because they affect your foundation, it’s crucial that you hire a professional who can fix the leak quickly and effectively. Thankfully, the experienced plumbers at Mr. Rooter Plumbing® have the knowledge and tools needed to deal with slab leak repair.

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  • There are three common methods when it comes to fixing a slab leak. Trenchless slab leak repair is a small-scale version of pipe relining. Access points are dug in your yard to enable a plumber to reach the leaking pipe. Once they have access, the plumber inserts an epoxy lining into the pipe and cures it into place to seal any leaks.

  • Pipe re-routing is when plumbers install new pipes to bypass the leaking section of pipe. To do this, they need to demolish walls and floors and dig through the concrete foundation. This method takes multiple days and requires extensive reconstruction and cleanup after completion.

  • Tunneling is less invasive than re-routing, and involves digging tunnels beneath your home to access and replace the damaged pipes. This method is time-consuming but requires less clean up than pipe re-routing.

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What is a Slab Leak and What Causes Them

Slab leaks occur when the pipes beneath your foundation begin to leak. A slab leak can be anything from a light seepage to a fully burst pipe.

Slab leaks can be caused by a variety of factors, most of which are out of your control. Common causes include:

  • Earthquakes
  • Pipe age
  • Friction against the foundation
  • Improperly built foundations
  • Extremely hard or soft water

How to Detect a Slab Leak

Plumbers and homeowners find slab leaks using common leak detection methods, some common signs include:

  • An unexpected increase in your water bill
  • Mold growth under your carpets
  • Unexplained wet floors or carpets
  • New hot spots on your floors
  • Decreased water pressure
  • The sound of running water
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  • The best way to fix a slab leak depends on the leak itself. However, if you are able to take advantage of trenchless slab leak repair, you should. Trenchless repair is usually the most affordable option and is minimally disruptive.

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