How do I know if I have a slab leak?

Common signs include an unexplained spike in your water bill, the sound of running water when nothing is on, warm or damp spots on the floor, cracks in walls or flooring, and mold or mildew smell in areas without obvious moisture. Your water meter spinning when all fixtures are off is a strong indicator.

Does homeowners insurance cover slab leak repair?

Most Florida homeowners policies cover the damage caused by a slab leak, such as flooring, drywall, and personal property. Many policies do not cover the cost of accessing and repairing the pipe itself. Review your policy or contact your agent for specifics before filing a claim.

How long does slab leak repair take?

A spot repair with slab cutting takes one to two days including concrete removal, pipe repair, and concrete patching. A reroute that bypasses the under-slab pipe takes one day in most cases. A full repipe takes two to three days depending on home size.

Can a slab leak damage my foundation?

Yes. Water escaping under the slab erodes the soil and limestone base that supports the concrete. Over time, sections of the slab can settle unevenly, causing cracks in the foundation, walls, and flooring. The longer a slab leak runs, the more structural damage it causes.

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What is a slab leak and why is it serious?

A slab leak is a water leak in the pipes running underneath your concrete foundation. These pipes carry pressurized water to your fixtures and drain wastewater to the sewer. When one cracks or corrodes, water seeps into the ground beneath your home. You cannot see it. The damage happens silently for weeks or months before symptoms show up. A slab leak can undermine your foundation. Water erodes the soil and limestone base that supports the concrete.

Over time, sections of your slab can settle, crack, or heave. Flooring pops up. Doors stop closing properly. Drywall cracks appear. By the time you notice these signs, the damage is already extensive. In Florida, slab leaks are common. The limestone geology, high water table, and corrosive soil chemistry create the perfect conditions for pipe failure under slabs..

How do you detect a slab leak?

We use a combination of methods. Acoustic listening devices amplify the sound of water escaping from a pressurized pipe. We can hear a pinhole leak through six inches of concrete. Electronic leak detection cameras detect temperature differences on the floor surface. A hot water slab leak creates a warm spot that shows up clearly on the camera.

We also check your water meter. If the meter continues spinning after every fixture and appliance in the home is turned off, water is escaping somewhere. When the leak is on the drain side, we use smoke testing to identify where sewer gas is escaping through cracks in the under-slab drain system. Each detection method gives us a different piece of the puzzle. Together, they pinpoint the exact location and type of leak so we know the best repair approach before we start cutting concrete..

What are the repair options for a slab leak?

Three main options. Spot repair means cutting through the slab at the leak location, repairing the damaged pipe section, and patching the concrete. This works when there is a single, isolated leak in an otherwise healthy pipe system. Rerouting bypasses the under-slab pipe entirely. We run a new line through the wall, attic, or along the exterior of the home. The old pipe gets abandoned in place.

Rerouting makes sense when the pipes under the slab are old and likely to develop additional leaks soon. Full repiping replaces the entire water supply system. We recommend this when the existing pipes are polybutylene, deteriorated copper, or have a history of repeated failures. Uponor PEX-A is our preferred material for repipes in Florida homes. It handles the temperature swings and does not corrode like copper..

Where do you fix slab leaks in Florida?

We repair slab leaks in homes and businesses throughout five counties. Melbourne, Palm Bay, West Melbourne, Cocoa, and Rockledge in Brevard County. Vero Beach and Sebastian in Indian River County. Port St. Lucie and Fort Pierce in St.

Lucie County. Stuart, Jensen Beach, and Palm City in Martin County. Jupiter, Tequesta, and Palm Beach Gardens in Northern Palm Beach County. If your water bill spiked without explanation, you hear water running when nothing is on, or warm spots appeared on your floor, call (772) 200-2452 for slab leak detection. Early detection saves thousands in repair costs..

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Your water bill spiked and you cannot find a visible leak anywhere

You hear water running inside the walls or floor when nothing is on

Warm or wet spots appeared on your tile or concrete floor

Foundation cracks or floor heaving developed suddenly

Your water meter continues spinning after you shut off the main valve inside the house

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