4 Easy Ways to Tell Your Pipes Need to be Replaced

You have noticed your water bill has tripled, a spot in your garage is constantly wet, and you cannot seem to figure out where a hissing sound is coming from, and you wonder if they are connected. Chances are, they are all connected! Your home has dozens of water and drain pipes crisscrossing throughout It, but knowing when you need to repair them can be a daunting challenge. See, most pipes are hidden in your walls or floor and for the most part inaccessible to most people, except a licensed plumber. What can make matters worse is that not being able to see your pipes means you, as a homeowner are unaware of their current health. When pipes become unhealthy, corroded, or cracked they will eventually lead to massive repair costs. The repairs, depending on the severity of the leak, can range from a few hundred dollars to thousands.

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Once you realize that your pipes are leaking or look like they are about to, what do you do? For starters we recommend calling the professionals at Four Star Plumbing. Our technicians will diagnose, repair, and get your home running like normal again in most cases. Four Star Plumbing’s Technicians are experts at being as least invasive as possible when it comes to pipe repairs. After our visit you can relax in the beautiful fall weather of California with peace of mind.

What are the signs you need pipe repair?

Finding signs that your home needs a little maintenance before there are leaks are not difficult. The hard part comes from how much you can see, as most pipes are hidden from view. Luckily, we can help you identify other warning signs.

Corrosion/Rusty areas: Corrosion, which is usually greenish or white in color and rust on any fixtures or visible pipes are a big tell-tale. These spots usually indicate a previous leak or a soon to be pin hole leak. If you don’t get them replaced, they will start leaking.
High Water Bill: Noticing your water bill has doubled or tripled in only a short period with no obvious usage.
Wall cracks, bubbling paint, damp areas: All these are signs you have or had an active leak at one point. It is not unusual for a pin-hole leak to appear, then stop as the hole becomes blocked by sediment. This does not mean it is all dandy, it means that it can begin leaking again at any moment.
Older Houses/Older Pipes: If you have an old house you’ve been fixing up, or know that your home is old it might be time to think about replacing some pipe. It is important to know what your pipes look like when you buy, inherit, or reside in an older home. Many pipes only last 10-30 years (I know, it’s a big gap) and some longer if you are lucky. Eventually, like all things they will age and breakdown.

These may seem daunting, but in reality is a good guide to look too to keep your home dry. If you are unsure and just want peace of mind, Call and Schedule with us today!