Common Causes of Water Leaks in Your Home

Posted: Oct 02, 2013
Author: Minyard Plumbing, Inc.

Having a leaking bathtub, sink, or toilet can be irritating, especially if you don’t know where the source of the leak is coming from. If there are water leaks in your home and you are tired of not knowing why they are occurring, here are a few common causes of leaks within homes.

Clogged pipes are a leading cause of water leaks for homeowners in Hickory, Granite Falls, Bethlehem, and Newton, North Carolina. When a pipe is clogged, it will not drain effectively, thus causing excess water to leak. In order to prevent water leaks and clogging, try to limit the amount of hair, grease, and soup scum that is let down your bathtub and sink drains.

Water leaks also occur when pipes begin to deteriorate. As your pipes begin to age, they may begin to form cracks and crevices that let water out and cause leaking. Pipe issues that cause leaking can be hard to detect, so if you suspect leaking has something to do with your pipes aging, get in touch with your plumber.

Water leaks can also happen when a water heater is rusty or sediment has begun to build up in it. Because water heaters have many valves and pipes that allow water to go through, leaking happens easily when rust or sediment begins to accumulate. 

Finding the source of a water leak can be difficult. To prevent wasted water and high utility bills, contact us at Minyard Plumbing of Hickory NC to get any water leaks within your home taken care of right away.