Fast, Effective Slab Leak Repair in Vancouver

Suspicious your home has a slab leak? You've probably noticed higher-than-normal water bills, low water pressure, bad smells, or even a wet basement floor. While all of these issues are certainly a nuisance, none of them are quite as troubling as what happens if you don't seek slab leak repair in Vancouver immediately: foundation cracks and structural issues–a homeowner's worst nightmare.

If you do suspect your home has a slab leak, there's no need to dive into the depths of despair just yet, there is some good news. Catching the leak quickly by calling your Vancouver plumber can help prevent slab foundation problems from occurring. But you need to act fast. Depending on the severity of your slab leak, your water line could be gushing out thousands of gallons of water per day, so don't put off this much-needed service. Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Vancouver today.

About Our Vancouver Slab Leak Repair Service

There are some telltale signs that scream the need for slab leak repair in Vancouver, but others are quiet and invisible. That's why the first part of every one of our leak services starts with the use of advanced leak detection equipment.

Slab Leak Detection

The concrete slab your home was built on can be quite large, and pinpointing the exact location of the leak helps us determine where we need to dig to repair it–or if we need to dig at all. To do this, we'll use a combination of leak detection technology, including infrared detection devices and video camera equipment, to identify the type of leak and locate it. Once we find it, our licensed plumbers will know how to deal with what's causing the water loss and recommend one of the following effective solutions.

Pipe Relining

If we can use a trenchless method of slab leak repair in Vancouver, we always will. Pipe relining is a valuable and effective method of pipe repair that will protect your home from plumbing leaks and is completed in a single day. This non-invasive method involves sliding an epoxy-soaked tube down into your affected pipe along with an inflatable inner tube. We'll inflate the tube to press the liner against the sides of the pipe, and when it's cured, pull the tube out. This will leave you with a new, durable pipe lining. This method is only suitable for points of minor damage such as hairline cracks, corrosion, and pinhole leaks.

Pipe Rerouting

If your plumbing issue comes from broken water pipes, we may opt to reroute your water supply line to avoid it. This process will involve excavation as we will need to cut the old pipes and cap them before rerouting the flow of water through another area of your home, such as your walls or ceilings.

Repiping

If you have severely broken pipes, pipe bursts, or an old plumbing system, we'll recommend a total replacement as your leak solution. Performing repairs may not be possible for burst or collapsed pipes and those with excessive signs of wear that will likely break in the future. Replacing your pipes means we will need to excavate to reach the old ones underneath your concrete slab. We'll remove them before connecting new pipes in their place.

Mr. Rooter Plumbing: The Right Choice For Slab Leak Repair in Vancouver

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Vancouver BC offers a thorough and effective service for slab leak repair. Our expert plumbers have the experience and skills required to detect all types of water leaks around your property and choose the right method of repair.

Because slab leak repair requires advanced tools and techniques, it's important to choose a plumbing company with ample experience, as well as one that's fully licensed and insured and offers a guarantee. We pack all of our services with our Done Right Promise to give you total peace of mind knowing your repair will be completed correctly.

Want more information about our team, services, and values? Whether you need slab leak repair, drain cleaning services, or have clogged drains, contact our professional customer service team or learn more by reading our customer reviews!

FAQs - Slab Leak Repair in Vancouver

What is a Slab Leak?

A slab leak is one of the most troubling types of leaks for Vancouver homes. With the potential to damage the structure of your home and cause extensive water damage to your floors, neglecting this serious occurrence means you may pay the cost of irreversible damage to your home.

But what exactly is a slab leak, and what causes it? In the building process, most Vancouver homes are constructed on top of a concrete slab for structure and stability. But the ground can shift, corroded pipes or frozen pipes occur, and the plumbing underneath your home can become damaged and crack, requiring an immediate solution. Leaky pipes come in differing levels of severity, but since slab leaks are underground and not under your kitchen sink or coming from your water heater, they're a bit more complicated to resolve and require the help of an experienced plumber.

What Are The Signs I Have a Slab Leak?

Slab leaks show themselves in various formats, and some are more obvious than others. For example, a wet and warped basement floor is an obvious sign of a slab leak, but low water pressure is not. Be on the lookout for the following common signs and get in touch with our professional team at first sight:

• Water stains on your walls
• Excess water / wet spots on your floor
• Decrease in water pressure
• A puddle of water appears in your basement
• Higher than normal monthly water bills
• Higher than normal reading on your water meter
• Mouldy smells coming from your walls or floor
• The sound of gushing or trickling water without taps or toilets running

Act Fast and Call Mr. Rooter Plumbing For Slab Leak Repair in Vancouver Today!

When it comes to services for slab leak repair, Vancouver residents have no time to waste. Calling a professional plumber at the first inkling of your leak can save your home from structural issues and other major damages. Don’t wait until it’s too late! Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Vancouver BC is the top local plumber in your area. We're proud to serve the city with quality repairs and maintenance to ensure your plumbing system runs smoothly year-round.

Need help right away for this serious plumbing emergency? Call now or use the contact form. If you'd like to stay on top of annual maintenance, don't forget to inquire about hot water tank repair, sewer line cleaning, and resolutions for all of your drainage issues. We proudly serve Metro Vancouver’s communities, including Killarney, South Cambie, and North Vancouver.