{"id":793,"date":"2018-11-05T11:00:09","date_gmt":"2018-11-05T16:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hutchinsinc.com\/blog\/?p=793"},"modified":"2019-02-11T09:03:21","modified_gmt":"2019-02-11T14:03:21","slug":"encountering-plumbing-leaks-at-your-feet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hutchinsinc.com\/blog\/plumbing-service\/encountering-plumbing-leaks-at-your-feet\/","title":{"rendered":"Encountering Plumbing Leaks At Your Feet"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"water-leaking-from-hole\"Plumbing leaks can do massive damage when gone unchecked for too long. Of course, just because they do damage doesn\u2019t mean they always look <\/em>like it. Many leaks from unexpected places.<\/p>\n

One such place is at the ground, or even beneath the ground. Since many homeowners may not have encountered these kinds of leaks before, we wanted to cover them in today\u2019s post. If you encounter any of these leaks, you will need to call a plumber in Plano, TX.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Underneath Kitchen and Bathroom Sinks<\/h2>\n

Leaks that develop in these places might not be apparent, at first\u2014usually because there\u2019s a cabinet door in the way! A minor leak in these areas will be difficult to notice until you go down and take a real good look.<\/p>\n

If you have any suspicions, we recommend using a flashlight to detect any moisture around the pipes, as well as to check the bottom for any signs of water damage. You most likely have plenty of bathroom supplies in here, so remove them and check for dampness, stains, mold, or other signs of damage.<\/p>\n

Underneath the Ground<\/h2>\n

While some water damage under the sink is easy to overlook, a leak coming out of the flooring is not something you\u2019re going to miss. Plus, this is a sign of a slab leak, which is a much bigger problem than a simple pipe replacement. You\u2019re going to want to call it in as a plumbing emergency.<\/p>\n

Slab leaks will rise up from below the ground and above the concrete slabs that form the foundation of your home. Some of the places that take a toll from this include:<\/p>\n