Hidden leaks cause moisture to pop up unexpectedly. If you see dark spots on the wall that are wet to the touch, there’s likely a leak behind it. Shut off your water main immediately and call in professional assistance. When it comes to walls, ceilings, carpeting, and flooring, moisture coming through means that several layers are already ruined. If materials are warped or buckled, they will have to come out. In instances like this, replacement is the best option. Additionally, if you see the pooling of water anywhere in your home without any logical explanation, this may also indicate a hidden leak.

When there’s moisture, there’s the risk of mold or mildew forming. Mold outbreaks are the last thing you want to find in your home. They’ll impact anyone’s health, but mold is especially dangerous for those who manage respiratory or immunodeficiency conditions. Hidden leaks behind walls or under floors provide the perfect temperature and surface for an outbreak to thrive. If you see raised, multicolored patches on your wall or experience a damp, musty odor, that indicates a mold outbreak that needs immediate remediation. More importantly, it indicates that you have a hidden leak to resolve.

Your water bill will remain pretty consistent month after month. If things have been normal, meaning no house guests or the need to run your yard sprinklers more often, and your bill has increased dramatically, there may be a leak. The easiest way to test for a leak yourself is to turn off your water completely and check your meter. Leave things off for an hour or two, and then revisit the meter. If things have moved without anyone using water, you have a leak.

Hidden leaks are a nuisance, but know that no matter how much damage has been done, we can restore your property to its pre-damage state in no time. Contact our team 24/7 for professional water damage restoration!