Foundation and slab leaks can occur at any time. They usually occur in one of two areas; in water lines or sewer lines. Flush & Flow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning technicians are equipped with state-of-the-art leak detection and camera inspection technology and equipment.
We use thermal imaging and ultrasonic leak detection devices that locate sewer, drain, and plumbing leaks in walls and/or concrete foundation slabs.
Causes of Slab Leaks and Foundation Leaks A slab leak can be caused by many things including shifting foundation, tree roots invading your water lines, old or eroding water lines, and poorly laid out plumbing pipes. The water lines are under constant pressure, so you slab or foundation leak will be constantly leaking. Whether it's a slow leak or a large leak, this can amount to a lot of water wasted and/or damage to your walls, slab, or foundations.
Causes of Sewer Line Leaks A leak in your sewer line will only leak when the line is used such as flushing the toilet, water draining from your kitchen sink, showers, and bathtubs. Sewer line leaks can be caused by many of the same things that affect water lines. But the causes can be increased with the use of solvents and cleaners you put down your drains.
Leak Detection in Slabs and Foundations Not all slab and foundation leaks are obvious or visible. If you have a slab leak in the foundation, you may not notice the expensive damage being caused such as erosion of the underlying support soil which could escalate to foundation movement due to the uneven underlying soil. Some of the signs could be:
Sewer line leaks are harder to visually detect. Tree roots can invade your sewer lines and drain lines underground in your soil and yards leaving no clear evidence of a problem until it is too late. Sewer lines are best inspected visually through the use of high-tech camera inspection equipment. Sewer line camera inspection provides an easy approach to locating problems in the sewer and drain lines empowering you to identify and resolve future damage.
Water line leaks, slab leaks, foundation leaks, and sewer line blockage and leaks should never be delayed or ignored. Even a small leak or sewer line blockage over time can cause extensive and costly damage. Early leak detection or visual inspection is key.
For sewer line leaks, slab leaks, or water line leaks using a professional plumber that works with high-tech slab leak detection and camera inspection equipment is best. Flush & Flow Plumbing and Drain Cleaning uses specialized state-of-the-art leak detection and camera inspection equipment to locate the water and sewer line leaks and/or blockage that occur in the walls, concrete slab or foundations, and sewer lines in your yard! For plumbing leak detection, sewer line inspection, and foundation leak repair contact us to schedule an appointment: