{"id":132,"date":"2014-11-05T16:02:07","date_gmt":"2014-11-05T16:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=132"},"modified":"2017-04-01T18:26:07","modified_gmt":"2017-04-01T18:26:07","slug":"information-about-plumbing-slab-leaks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/information-about-plumbing-slab-leaks\/","title":{"rendered":"Information About Plumbing Slab Leaks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div id=\"attachment_918\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Plumbing-Service-Indianapolis-Indiana-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-918\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Plumbing-Service-Indianapolis-Indiana-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Plumbing Repair 317-784-1870\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-918\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Plumbing-Service-Indianapolis-Indiana-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Plumbing-Service-Indianapolis-Indiana-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Plumbing-Service-Indianapolis-Indiana-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-918\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Indianapolis Plumbing Repair 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div>Beneath most homes is solid concrete foundation. Within these foundations are the property\u2019s interior plumbing systems and piping. Slab leaks occur when these pipes leak. There are several signs, symptoms, and causes of plumbing slab leaks; and most often, it requires a licensed master plumber or professional plumbing contractor, to properly diagnose and repair the problem.  Continue reading to learn more about slab leaks, and who to call for honest and affordable plumbing repairs and diagnostics<br \/>\nin your local neighborhood. <\/p>\n<h1>Underground Piping Systems<\/h1>\n<p>Many modern homes are built with underground plumbing. Building contractors prefer to install interior plumbing works for several reasons, most having to do with money and labor. For one, it costs much less to simply install underground plumbing, and then have the pipes connect to the main line that leads to all the home\u2019s fixtures and appliances. Not only does this save money, it saves time and labor too. No need for drilling or strapping pipes to the wall, and very little material is needed. Also, protection doesn\u2019t need to be installed to cover the pipes because they are naturally insulated from harsh climates and weather. <\/p>\n<p>When pipes and plumbing are built above ground, they have to have insulation around them to prevent frozen or cracked pipes in the winter, and losing cold water capacity in the summer. These reasons and more are why construction contractors and builders choose to install plumbing pipes underground; but because of this, pipes are out of sight, so not much is known about slab leaks and other plumbing mishaps that can occur beneath a home\u2019s flooring. <\/p>\n<h1>Signs and Symptoms of Slab Leaks<\/h1>\n<p>Slab leaks are a major threat to a property. Because the signs are extremely subtle, discovering a slab leak can be difficult; and often times, as a result, slab leaks go unnoticed and cause extensive and expensive damages. As for homeowners, it is important to know what the common slab leak signs and symptoms are, in order to catch a water leak problem before it becomes a costly and tedious repair. Here are the most common signs of a slab leak:<\/p>\n<p><font color=\"tan\"><strong>\u2022\tIncreased Utility Bills, Particularly Water<br \/>\n\u2022\tNoisy Plumbing Fixtures, Like the Sound of Running Water<br \/>\n\u2022\tCold Spot on the Floor<br \/>\n\u2022\tHot Spot on the Floor<br \/>\n\u2022\tSoppy Wet Areas or Puddles in the Yard<br \/>\n\u2022\tWet Areas Inside the Home (i.e. wet walls, flooring, ceiling, etc.)<br \/>\n\u2022\tThe Sound of Running Water Coming from the Floor<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p>Slab leaks are troublesome plumbing problems that require the astute knowledge and capacity of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/slab-leaks.php\" title=\"Slab Leak Repair Indianapolis Indiana\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis slab leak repair<\/a> contractor or licensed master plumber. Plumbing slab leaks can occur as a result of countless circumstances and sources, but the most common causes for slab leaks include the following and more:<\/p>\n<p><font color=\"tan\"><strong>\u2022\tCorroded or Deteriorated Copper Piping<br \/>\n\u2022\tInadequate Insulation Fittings and Installation<br \/>\n\u2022\tFriction Beneath the Ground<br \/>\n\u2022\tKinked, Cut, or Clogged Plumbing Line<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to slab leak repair, there are many options available for all incomes and budgets. If pipes are corroded, however, all piping would need to be removed and replaced. This can be costly, but a reputable plumbing company may be able to work with your budget. For all other underground slab leaks, comprehensive diagnostics and pipe repair are the most effective solutions. <\/p>\n<h2>Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc.<\/h2>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_9\" style=\"width: 288px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana-278x300.jpg\" alt=\"Weilhammer Plumbing Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870\" width=\"278\" height=\"300\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana-278x300.jpg 278w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/Weilhammer-Plumbing-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-9\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Weilhammer Plumbing Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870<\/p><\/div><strong>Call Weilhammer Plumbing Co. Inc. at 317-784-1870<\/strong> for details about slab leak repair and underground <strong>copper re-piping services in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/strong>. Owner and master plumber, <a href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/+Weilhammerplumbing\/about?hl=en \" title=\"Mark Weilhammer Indianapolis Indiana\" target=\"_blank\">Mark Weilhammer<\/a>, is a state licensed plumbing contractor with more than 50 years of experience in the plumbing repair industry. We strongly believe in integrity, honesty, and quality service, and have remained dedicated to these values since the start of our family owned and operated plumbing company in 1901. We offer a wide range of services for both residential and commercial properties at the most competitive prices in town. Call 317-784-1870 for licensed <strong>plumbing repair<\/strong> and <strong>re-piping services in Indianapolis, IN<\/strong> and its surrounding counties today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beneath most homes is solid concrete foundation. Within these foundations are the property\u2019s interior plumbing systems and piping. Slab leaks occur when these pipes leak. 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