One of the biggest causes of wasted water in your Summit-area home is a slow leak in your pipes, plumbing fixtures, or appliances ― especially water leaks behind walls. Because these leaks are generally silent, they often go undetected.

Your trusted Stashluk plumber can detect and repair any water leak ― simply call our plumbing team at 908-364-2091 or contact us online for wall leak detection services.

Signs You May Have a Wall Leak

If left untreated, hidden plumbing leaks in your walls can lead to serious water damage in your home. There are usually some signs to help you identify these types of leaks, including:

  • Mold & mildew – Mold thrives in moist, dark areas, which are typically hidden behind walls or under flooring. If you see mold in unusual places where water does not usually accumulate, such as non-shower walls, you may have a leaking pipe.
  • Peeling paint or wallpaper on your walls – When a leak causes dampness behind the walls, it may result in peeling paint/wallpaper.
  • Warped or stained walls – If you notice staining on your walls, it may be due to a leak behind the walls.
  • Buckled, cracked, or water-stained floors/ceilings – Damaged floors and ceilings (especially in the bathroom) could be from a wall leak.
  • A musty smell – Old, accumulated water from a leaky pipe tends to have an odor, and if it’s behind a wall, it never has a chance to dry.

If you notice any of these issues within your Summit home, call the plumbing experts at Stashluk today ― 908-364-2091.

What Causes Water Leaks in Walls?

Plumbing pipes are normally hidden within the walls, because if the piping were exposed, it would be vulnerable to damage (and ugly to look at). However, because the pipes are hidden behind walls and floors, it can be hard to detect a burst pipe or a small puncture, so water will keep quietly seeping out. There are a number of things that can lead to water leaks inside a wall:

  • Weak plumbing – Weak plumbing cannot always withstand the weight of concrete and begins to crumble over time.
  • Pipes that freeze & burst – This can occur because of extreme temperatures.
  • External forces – Sometimes external forces begin to take their toll on plumbing, leading to punctures.

Whatever the cause of pipe bursts in your Summit home, it is important to make sure that a solution is found as soon as the problem is detected.

Call our plumbing experts at 908-364-2091 right away for wall leak detection and repair services today.

Choose Stashluk for Wall Leak Detection & Repair Services in Summit

When dealing with leaks in your home’s walls, it is essential that you stay vigilant for the warning signs listed.

The moment that you have enough evidence that there could be silent water damage occurring in your walls, you have to contact a professional plumber for a quick assessment and repair ― call our plumbing team at 908-364-2091 today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amount of water can I lose in a wall leak?

The amount of water leaking in your walls will vary depending on the size of the pipe, the pressure under which the water is subjected, and the size of the break. The higher the size of the break, pipe, and increased pressure, the greater amount of water loss ― which might lead to increased water bills.

What do I expect if I don’t fix the wall leak right away?

The leak in your walls will lead to even more damage (and higher water bills). Repair the leak in your walls as soon as possible to ensure no more damage occurs.

What if I had a previous leak repair and I still have wall leaks?

If you’ve had water leak repair previously and noticed another leak in your walls, please consider re-piping, as the plumbing system could be susceptible to future water leaks.