Signs It's Time for a Water Pipe Inspection

Apr 15

Preventative pipe maintenance will protect properties and help homeowners avoid significant and more expensive repair costs in the future.

Getting a pump inspection should immediately start when there are obvious problems. Preventative pipe maintenance will protect properties and help homeowners avoid significant and more expensive repair costs in the future.

Here are some signs that indicate the time for a pipe inspection has arrived:

Water pressure dropped

A clogged pipe might be the reason for experiencing low water pressure. Homeowners can check various issues to verify if the problem is only affecting their property, such as:

There are no planned or unplanned water interruptions in the area.
The stop valve is fully open.
Other houses in the area have different water pressure issues.
There is no water leak visible around the house.

After verifying that the problem is only affecting their property, a homeowner needs to contact a professional plumber for a thorough pipe inspection. An expert can identify if the system is clogged and solve the problem.

Discolored walls

Water leaks are challenging to find, especially with pipes hidden behind the walls and the ceiling. Homeowners must look for yellow or green discolorations, indicating that a pipe is leaking. A professional plumber can identify the leak's location and repair it quickly and efficiently.

Increased water bills

If water consumption habits have not changed, but water bills have got more expensive, this is a possible indication of a leak in the pipe. Homeowners should first verify that toilets and taps are not continually running water.

When a homeowner can't find the reason for the water bills' increase, they should contact a professional plumber. They can thoroughly evaluate the pipe's condition through a CCTV pipe inspection.

Toilet issues

Toilets are generally a good indicator that something may be happening with the pipes. When there is no problem with the pipes, the water in the toilets should fill the line. If that's not the case, it may be time to inspect the pipes.

Another indicator is when the toilet belches water. The loud noise might become a disturbance if it occurs often, but it also indicates that there might be a clog in the main sewer line.

Tap water is discolored and has a strange taste

In recent years, chemicals leaching into drinking water from water pipes have become a public health concern. Some chemicals found in water include lead, phthalate, and dioxins. It is highly recommended that homeowners do a pipe inspection to check for water contamination.

If tap water acquires a strange color and taste, a trained technician must be called immediately. A specialist will be qualified to identify potential dangers.

Invest in regular water pipe inspections

Water leaks may cause significant property damage if not dealt with on time. Other issues, such as a clogged pipe, will affect the proper functioning of toilets and water pressure. A professional plumber must be contacted at any sign of a pipe problem. An expert will do a full inspection, provide a report of the condition of the pipes and perform any necessary repairs.

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