Slab Leak

What is a Slab Leak

A slab leak is one of the most complex repairs a homeowner can face. A slab leak occurs when a pipe running through the concrete slab under a structure forms a crack or suffers some other type of damage like corrosion. This leak then causes water to run through the foundation, or can cause a pipe to stop working entirely, leading to sewage or wastewater backing up into your property, as opposed to flowing to where it should. Overtime, a slab leak can lead to serious damage to your home or place of business, and needs to be addressed quickly. At Rapid Plumbing, we have the expertise to get the job done.

Why it’s Important to fix

Slab leaks are defined by the flowing of water into a property, and as a result, they tend to come with a hefty price tag. Water flowing where it shouldn’t can cause damage to walls, furniture, and even electrical systems, but wastewater has the added effect of carrying contaminants along with it. That means that you can’t simply mop up and get on with your life; wallboard and insulation will often need to be removed and replaced leading to huge costs and disruption to your life. As soon as you see any backflow from your drains, sinks, or toilets it’s time to call a professional.

Why you need an Expert

At Rapid Plumbing, we have the expertise and equipment to get your slab leak fixed without the destructive exploratory drilling of your properties slab. Our advanced slab leak detection technology allows us to detect the problem without digging, either through an acoustic system, or by the insertion of a waterproof camera into your pipes. These tools also allow us to confirm the issues cause and ensure you get the right solution to your pipe problem.