Charlotte Leak Detection Tips

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Charlotte Water Bill Spike?

If you’ve noticed a sudden spike in your water bills, or you’ve heard persistent dripping and can’t figure out where it’s coming from, you may have an undetected leak in your home. It may be your gut reaction to call a plumber, but you could locate the leak on your own and assess the problem before you spend money. Here's what we recommend people do when dealing with Charlotte water bill spikes.

Here are a few common places you might find some hidden leaks:

  • Toilets – they can leak from several different points, outside and in. Use paper towels to locate the leak if you see water anywhere outside and drop some food coloring in the tank to see if the leak is inside. If the water in the bowl becomes colored after half an hour, that’s where the leak is.
  • Pipes under cabinets and sinks – if you investigate and find mold, strange smells, dampness or damage, it’s likely that a pipe is leaking. Use a paper towel to find the origin.
  • Tubs and showers – though the pipes aren’t exposed, if there’s leaking you’ll be able to see if there’s damage to the drywall on the floor below. You may also hear a dripping noise that you can’t identify.
  • Behind and under appliances – most large appliances can be moved, and you should check them every now and then. Connectors, joints, washers should all be tight and intact.
  • Faucets – drips and leaks shouldn’t be ignored; they can end up costing you big money and you might as well replace the shower head or faucet that is leaking.

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Check your average Charlotte water bill against the bill in which you see a spike. Then check your water meter and look around your home for signs of a leak or running toilet.

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Article Summary

Quick question & answer: Where are common places to find hidden leaks?

Common places to find hidden leaks involve the following spots: 

  • Toilets- they can leak from outside and in 
  • Pipes under cabinets and sinks
  • Tubs and showers
  • Behind and under appliances
  • Faucets

It’s important to take care of these problems to keep them from costing you a lot of money later on.

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