Common Signs of a Broken or Leaking Water Line – Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs
Your home’s water line is essential for delivering clean, pressurized water to your faucets, showers, appliances, and more. But when this line becomes damaged or starts leaking, it can disrupt daily life and cause serious property damage. At Real Time Plumbing, we’re here to help you recognize the signs early and prevent larger, more costly issues down the line. Here's what to watch out for:
🚱 Unexplained Drop in Water Pressure
If you’re suddenly dealing with weak water flow throughout your home, especially in more than one fixture, it could be a sign of a hidden leak or crack in your main water line. Don’t ignore a pressure drop, it may point to something more serious than just a clogged pipe.
💧Unusual Wet Spots in Your Yard or Driveway
Soggy patches on your lawn, standing water that doesn’t drain, or wet spots on your driveway or sidewalk may indicate a leaking water line underground. If the weather’s been dry and the area remains wet, it’s time to investigate.
📈 Spiking Water Bills Without Extra Usage
If your monthly water bill is suddenly much higher, but you haven’t changed your water use habits, it could be due to water leaking underground. Even a small crack in your main line can waste hundreds of gallons a day without visible signs inside your home.
🔊 Hissing or Bubbling Noises in the Pipes
Water lines should run quietly. If you hear strange sounds like hissing, bubbling, or banging when taps are off, it could mean there's a pressure imbalance or water escaping from the system where it shouldn't be.
👀 Discolored Water or Rusty Sediment
If the water from your tap suddenly becomes brownish, rusty, or has visible sediment, it might mean that a water line has corroded or been infiltrated by dirt due to a break or crack.