Burst Pipe & Water Leak Detection Services in La Crosse, WI & Surrounding Areas

A burst pipe or a leak in your system – no matter how small – can lead to water damage throughout your house. You need professional services as soon as possible to fix the problem. Call our trustworthy technicians at Maxwell-White Plumbing for services in La Crosse, WI. We offer emergency service rates.

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Problems Leaky Pipes Can Cause

Leaks in your piping system can cause damage to your home and your plumbing system. Some risks associated with these leaks can include:

• Flooding of your home and lawn.
• Severe property damage to both the inside and outside of your house.
• Health risks caused by mold, mildew, bacteria, or a broken sewer line.
• Damage to your pipes.
• Electrical shortages that pose risks to your entire household.
• Increase in water bills.

How Professionals Detect Leaks

When you call a professional to detect a leak in your piping system, they can use several different methods. Some techniques they might use at your house can include:

• Dig and drill: In this technique, experts dig into certain parts of your yard or even drill into your walls or your floor to find the source of the leak. Fortunately, this is usually only used as a last resort.
• Meter detection: Plumbers have a digital apparatus they can use to search for leaks. In this process, a water meter is added to one end of the external point to assess the water pressure and to detect if there is a leak present.
• Video camera inspection: Most professionals prefer to use infrared technology to detect leaks. This can involve using a camera that’s designed to take pictures and videos of a pipe at various angles to view any cracks or leaks. This allows them to get an accurate view of the leak, and it avoids having to dig up your yard.

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How To Avoid Burst Pipes

The easiest way to deal with a burst pipe is to avoid having it occur in the first place. Some ways you can prevent a pipe from bursting is:

• Insulating the pipes during the winter months or using a heat wrap.
• When temperatures dip, run a trickle of cold water in your sink to promote a constant flow in the pipes.
• Calling a professional at the first signs of reduced water pressure.
• Looking for leaks inside your property.
• Have your pipes inspected by a professional.
• Having aging pipes replaced by an expert.
• Scheduling regular, professional drain cleaning services.