{"id":2210,"date":"2022-08-19T15:26:28","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T19:26:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=2210"},"modified":"2022-08-19T15:26:28","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T19:26:28","slug":"how-to-check-for-water-leaks-in-your-plumbing-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-check-for-water-leaks-in-your-plumbing-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check For Water Leaks in Your Plumbing System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">As a homeowner, it is imperative to cooperate with your home\u2019s maintenance needs.\u00a0 Part of maintaining your home is caring for the plumbing systems.\u00a0Checking for leaks is one key strategy to protecting your plumbing system from sustaining major damages. \u00a0This can be a simple DIY solution with a little research.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\">Continue reading to learn how to check for leaks in home plumbing systems; or where to contact a professional for advice on repairing leaky faucets and plumbing pipes in residential properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg\" alt=\"Water Leak Detection Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870\" class=\"wp-image-2211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Water-Leak-Detection-Indianapolis-Indiana-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Water Leak Detection Indianapolis Indiana 317-784-1870<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:30px\">Leak Detection Tips<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The plumbing system is one of the most expensive components in your home.\u00a0Any damages or repairs can cost a substantial amount of money; but you can avoid these unexpected expenses with regular maintenance and care.\u00a0To spot leaks, you have to look in certain areas.\u00a0 Leaky copper pipes will show a small white circle around it.\u00a0This is a prime indication of water damage and leakage. It is not a huge problem at this point; so don\u2019t worry.\u00a0As long as the issue is resolved right away, and not neglected, it will be a simple and inexpensive fix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Sinks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to kitchen and bathroom sinks, it is important to check the structural integrity of the pipes first.\u00a0Be sure to clear away any clutter so you can get a true view of the plumbing pipes.\u00a0Check for moisture and leaks.\u00a0It is typically not recommended to use cabinet space beneath bathroom and kitchen sinks.\u00a0Clutter combined with moisture can grow mold and other harmful spores; as well as, attract pest infestations\u00a0 Hard objects under the sink can know into the pipes, causing damage and potential leaks too.\u00a0Take precaution when using these types of spaces for storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">Valves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have inspected the bathrooms and kitchen pipes, take a look at the valves in your home. If you have any trouble at all shutting off the valve; stop trying. This excessive force can break it. Instead, you will need to consult with a licensed <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\" target=\"_blank\">Indianapolis plumber<\/a> for help.\u00a0\u00a0 Another area to inspect is the water meter. Be sure all your faucets are turned off; then go to your meter and see if the dial is moving at all. If it is, this could be an indication of leaks within your plumbing.\u00a0To properly locate these leaks, you will need to hire a professional plumbing company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Are you worried that you might have missed a leak? <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/contact.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Weilhammer Plumbing Company<\/a> at 317-784-1870 for licensed and insured <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/home-plumbing-inspections.php\" target=\"_blank\">plumbing inspection service<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/water-leaks.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">water leaks<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services\/slab-leaks.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">slab leaks<\/a>, and more. We provide residential and commercial <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/plumbing-services.php\" target=\"_blank\">plumbing services in Indianapolis<\/a> all throughout Central Indiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/why-you-should-schedule-water-leak-inspection-service-right-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why You Should Schedule Water Leak Inspection Service Right Now<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-a-leaking-water-heater\/\">How to Fix a <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-a-leaking-water-heater\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leaking <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-a-leaking-water-heater\/\">Water Heater<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/frequently-asked-questions-about-slab-leaks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frequently Asked Questions About Slab Leaks<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a homeowner, it is imperative to cooperate with your home\u2019s maintenance needs.\u00a0 Part of maintaining your home is caring for the plumbing systems.\u00a0Checking for leaks is one key strategy to protecting your plumbing system from sustaining major damages. \u00a0This &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/how-to-check-for-water-leaks-in-your-plumbing-system\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2211,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[88,73,56],"tags":[1203,86,1202,209,32,1204,71,74],"class_list":["post-2210","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-plumbing-pipes","category-slab-leaks-2","category-water-leaks","tag-check-for-leaks","tag-indianapolis-master-plumber","tag-leak-detection","tag-plumbing-leaks","tag-plumbing-repair-2","tag-plumning-inspection","tag-slab-leaks","tag-water-leaks-2"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2210","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2210"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2210\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2212,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2210\/revisions\/2212"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2211"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2210"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2210"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.weilhammerplumbing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2210"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}