Burst & Leaking Pipes
It is usually easy to identify when one of your pipes has burst or is leaking, especially when you end up knee deep in water. As soon as you even have a suspicion of a leaking or burst pipe, call us and one of our friendly and experienced plumbers will be out to help
Burst pipe or suspect a leak?
Burst Water Pipe
Whether it is underground or behind a wall, we have the equipment to locate the source of the leak. We can fix any pipe, including copper, lead, metal, PVC or stainless steel.
Almost all pipes can be fixed onsite and the job will be done quickly and efficiently. We’ll even clean up after ourselves.
Some Signs Of A Burst Pipe In Domestic Or Commercial Plumbing
- Discoloured water
- Formation of mould
- Lifting tiles
- Loss of water pressure
- Peeling paint
- Unusual noises coming from the water system
- Wet patches on floors, walls or ceilings
- Wet lawn even when no rain
6 Reasons For Burst or Leaking Pipes
Water pipes can burst for a few different reasons, here are 6 of the most common reasons we’ve found:
- Blockages
- Freezing
- High water pressure
- Poor installation
- Tree roots
- Weakened pipes
One of the most common causes of burst pipes are the growth of tree roots; trees use their roots to stabilise them as they grow. Tree roots are long and can span well under the surface of the soil, often far enough to grow right into one of your pipes
Leaking Pipe Repair
Another common reason is weakened pipes, this is caused my corrosion over time, which thins the pipes. This can result in either the pipes or the connection bursting, even under normal water pressure and conditions.
Excessive water pressure can cause stress on your plumbing leading to leaks and bursts. If you hear banging from your pipes it is a sure sign that the water pressure from the supplier to your house is too high. Similarly, freezing temperatures can cause burst pipes, as the water inside them freezes and expands, creating extra pressure within the pipes.