Keeping Water Flowing Right in Hancock County

Leaks aren’t always out in the open. Sure, some might drip away right under the kitchen sink where you can catch it early on. But for the most part, the majority of leaks work away behind the scenes, a long time before most homeowners ever notice anything’s amiss. Along with higher bills, hidden leaks lead to mold and rotten subflooring. Older homes in Greenfield often get hit with a double-whammy: decades-old pipes mixed with our area’s extremely hard water (15 to 20+ grains per gallon) mean pipes are prone to leaks.

That’s why you need leak detection and repair in Greenfield, IN. At Jake’s Heating, Air & Plumbing, we’ve been helping out our neighbors all over Hancock and Henry Counties since 2006 find and deal with leaks in every part of their home.

Warning Signs You Need Leak Repair in Greenfield

Small leaks can easily waste thousands of gallons of water and drive up your monthly bill in no time. Here are the classic signs you’re dealing with a hidden leak:

• A water bill that climbs for no reason
• A musty or mildew smell that won’t go away
• Mold or stains on walls, ceilings, or baseboards
• The sound of dripping or running water when everything’s off
• Low water pressure in part of the house
• Warm spots on the floor (that’s a sign of a slab leak in newer neighborhoods)

And while these point to a leak, they can also mean there’s a problem with the sewer line, too.

What to Do the Moment You Find a Leak in Greenfield

You’ve got a leak, you’ve called the team of Greenfield plumbers at Jake’s. What do you do in the meantime? Here’s what to do when you find a leak in your home.

• Shut off the water to kill the supply of water to stop the flooding.
• Drain the line; open the nearest faucet so it lets pressure and leftover water clear out.
• Dry the area. Mop up any standing water and wipe down surfaces and the pipe so you can see where it’s coming from and slow any mold.

Don’t try to do any DIY fixes; you don’t want to potentially make the leak worse than it already is. We need to find the leak, contain it and repair it. We’ll be there soon and we’ll take care of it!

How Our Greenfield Plumbers Find and Fix Hidden Leaks

Our plumbers will come to your home and immediately utilize the special tools of the trade: thermal imaging, acoustic detection equipment, electronic leak detection and camera work so we can find the leak precisely without tearing up your walls or floors. And we handle every type of leak, not just the ones under your kitchen sink: supply lines, slab leaks, pinhole leaks, burst pipes, fixtures, and even connections on your water heater, toilets, and tubs.

Schedule Water Leak Repair in Greenfield and Nearby Towns

Ready to find any leak and get on the road to a fix? Call on the plumbers at Jake’s Heating, Air & Plumbing for leak detection in Greenfield, IN, and further repairs. If you think you’ve got a leak, or you’re noticing any other plumbing issue, give us a call ASAP. The sooner you call, the better we can mitigate and repair the damage.

Greenfield Water Leak Repair FAQs

How do I know if I have a hidden water leak?

Watch your water bill & meter. Those are the two signifiers: if your water bills are higher than usual, that’s a sign there’s a leak./ Likewise, shut everything off at the main shutoff, then check your meter. If it’s still running, give the crew at Jake’s a call to see where the leak is. You’ll often also smell musty odors or see discoloration on walls and ceilings.

Can you find a leak without tearing up my walls or floor?

In most cases, yes. The beauty of modern leak detection tech means our crew can detect leaks via thermal imaging and acoustic equipment so we can exactly pinpoint it without having to tear through your property.

What is a slab leak and are Greenfield homes at risk?

Yes, Greenfield homes (newer ones especially) get slab leaks. Slab leaks are leaks in the water lines beneath a concrete foundation of a house. They’re tricky to spot since they’re so out of sight, but be on the lookout for warm spots on the floor, the sound of running water (with everything turned off) and unexpectedly high water bills month after month. The team at Jake’s can help with every type of leak, including slab leaks.