Just like all pipes and building materials, gas lines corrode and fall apart over time. The best way to prevent the big problems that come from a gas leak is to have a professional leak detection expert, like those at Orlando Leak Detection, inspect...
Water is necessary to sustain life, but it is also one of the most destructive forces for your home. Moisture and water are creative at finding ways into your home. A common source of annoying water penetration comes at the windows. Knowing the...
Water is always trying to work its way into your house wherever it can get in. Even the tiniest of entrance areas is enough to allow water to get into your house. There are also places such as piping that can be trouble spots for water going where...
Natural gas is an important energy source for powering homes and appliances. However, there are steps homeowners must take to ensure the safe use of natural gas. Gas leaks have the potential to lead to fires, explosions, or health risks for people...
Spring is officially here. The cold days, and especially nights, are behind us for the season. Now we have to prepare for the summer rains. With the seasonal downpour comes the chance for leaks around the house. Follow our steps below to keep your...
Winter is in full steam. Though the temperature can get cold enough to freeze many nights, there are many ways your basement might flood. Don’t worry; there is hope for your basement!
Below are the reasons we have seen for basements to...
A roof leak will have you up at night when it rains. There isn’t anything worse than that. Well, maybe there is, but roof leaks are pretty bad and expensive. They tend to reveal themselves to homeowners when a lot of the damage has been done...
Every homeowner hates plumbing leaks. Although not everyone can do plumbing, being knowledgeable is usually your best weapon against common problems, unnecessary costs and most important to help avoid leaks in your home.
The idea of water running...
We’ve all heard horror stories on the nightly news about the dangers that natural gas presents to homeowners. Some of these stories involve people and their homes being seriously injured simply because they were unaware that their home was...
Although plumbing is designed to last for a very long time, eventually things like leaks and corrosion will begin to happen. This can begin costing you in money and high water bills if not addressed and repaired. Most people spend little time...
There is nothing worse than a leaky roof. Seeing the water drip down and not knowing it’s exact location can make a homeowner anxious. Diagnosing a leak can be quite difficult as it can be near any location. For example, if your home has...
If you’re a homeowner, there is one four letter word that you’d better pay attention to, and that’ the word “leak.” Put any other word in front of it and it means bad news: gas leak, garbage disposal leak, refrigerant...
For many homes, slab leaks are a common nightmare. The pesky leaks occur underneath the slabs of concrete beneath a home–this also makes them very hard detect. However, it’s important to keep an eye out for any damages that...
Most roofs have leaks at some point in their existence. Roof leaks can be caused by wind storms, falling trees, cracked flashing, broken shingles, improperly sealed valleys, cracked vent booting, ice buildup, improperly installed skylights, clogged...
The danger that any gas leak poses can be lethal and an explosion is imminent if no action is taken at the right time. Most individuals have this understanding, but there are scanty details among the general public about what causes gas leaks, how...
Water leaks in a home have the potential of becoming a plumbing issue. A slab leak means that a pipe running beneath your concrete foundation has burst. Slab leaks can either be due to sewer or water lines. Slab leaks can be a costly affair that can...
When watermarks start appearing on ceilings or moisture runs down a wall, chances are you have a roof leak. Many homeowners and do-it-yourselfers can handle a minor repair. But the first hurdle will be finding the sources. Water tends to trail along...
Moisture may be the greatest threat to any home and your roof is the front line of defense. When water seeps through, it can weaken beams, cause ceiling stains and even spur on mold growth. Roof leaks are a far greater concern than just a few drops...
Roof leaks often start long before the water starts dripping into the living area of your home. Take some time to learn the most common signs of a roof leak, and you’ll be able to make repairs before major damage is done.
Uneven Roof...
While many homeowners welcome the pitter-patter of rain on their roof, when inclement weather arrives when their roof is compromised, those showers won’t be so welcome anymore. While your roof may look sound, rainy weather is often the first...
