What is it that allows a plumber to put his finger on a concealed leak without having to dig up the yard or put your walls in for a re-do? And if there is a drip going on somewhere in the house, do you fret over what it is doing to your water bill? You may be interested in the kind of tools that have made leak detection a good deal simpler.
We at Sioux Falls Plumbing, LLC get asked these sorts of things and we are fond of discussing the technology that makes our work better. As a family run business in Sioux Falls and Eastern South Dakota we can tell you all about how we go about finding and repairing leaks. Should you care to have a conversation regarding a leak at your home or place of business, pick up the phone and call (605) 937-7450.
There was a time when one had to rely on guesswork and some demolition, but that is largely a thing of the past. These days leak detection is more efficient and less of an intrusion. We put together some facts on the methods we employ.
Smoke Will Reveal What Is Out of Sight
Take smoke testing for instance, an intriguing piece of modern plumbing. With Hurco liquid smoke technology from Sioux Falls Plumbing we can put our hands on a leak that would be nigh impossible to find any other way. It is a clever enough concept: put some smoke in the drain or plumbing system and it will make its way out of any break or gap. Where you see the smoke, there is your leak.
It does no harm to the home, merely showing where sewer gas or water would make their way. For a drain or vent system with a problem of a sneaky nature it is very handy.
Then There Is the Sound of Water Leaks
Many are not aware that a water leak has a sound of its own. The human ear might miss it but our acoustic equipment will not. A pipe giving up water, even if it is under concrete or behind a wall, will put out vibrations that a trained plumber and his tools can hear. In this way the exact location is ascertained by listening, which obviates the need for digging and the mess and expense that entails.
More Than Your Wallet is at Stake
An undetected leak is a waste of water to be sure, but left to itself it will become something more costly. Our technology is good at nipping such matters in the bud. Consider what a small leak can do over time:
- Put a dent in your water bills
- Allow mold and mildew to take hold in the floors and walls
- Compromise your drywall and wood framing
- Pool water underground and affect the foundation
- Leave you with musty odors you cannot place
- Ruin carpet and flooring
Use the right technology to spot it early and you will not have to deal with any of it.
A Non-Invasive Approach for Your Home
You will appreciate how unobtrusive modern leak detection is. A plumber of yore might have to open up a floor or wall on the off chance he could find the source, and in the process do some damage. We can be much more precise so there is less cutting and digging and consequently less to put back in order once the leak is mended. Good for the home and the budget.
Honesty in Detection
Our way of doing things is not like every other company. We are non-commission based here at Sioux Falls Plumbing; honest, not commissioned. Our team has no incentive to put repairs in front of you that are not called for. We will be straight with you as to what we have found and what is needed. We are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind and provide free estimates so you know where you stand before we start.
Want to Know More?
The technology is quite fascinating and it simplifies the whole business of plumbing. If you have reason to think there is a leak on your commercial or residential property in Sioux Falls or the likes of Harrisburg, Tea, Hartford, Brandon, Dell Rapids or Canton, we are here to assist.
Get in touch with us at (605) 937-7450. We are at your service Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm, Saturday 12 to 8 and Sunday 5 to 8. Let us put our leak detection to work for you.
