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It can be quite difficult to detect plumbing leaks, at least without professional training and equipment. Much of the system is hidden behind walls and under floors, not to mention the fact that plumbing leaks tend to start pretty small. Most of the time, homeowners only notice that they have a plumbing leak after a wide area has been water damaged.

You don’t want the leak to let it get that bad before taking action, which is why it’s important to be able to recognize the early signs that you have a leak.

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Plumbing leaks are some of the most dangerous problems your home can face, at least in terms of potential damages. Everyone has to deal with leaks at some point or other, but very few people manage to catch them early enough to prevent the majority of the damage. That’s because most of the system is hidden from view, and most people don’t notice the subtle indications of a leak until it’s far too late. Let’s take a look at some of the ways that you can detect plumbing leaks early, before they have a chance to wreak havoc on your home.

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Decades ago, plumbers used galvanized steel pipes for many types of plumbing installations. However, in the 1960s, experts discovered that galvanized steel was not the best type of material to use in a plumbing installation, and today copper or plastic are the most common piping materials used. This is because galvanized steel is likely to corrode. Although they are covered with a protective zinc layer, this wears away over time and corrosion builds up inside of the pipes. This could cause major leaks or water quality problems, as there is potential for the accumulation of lead inside of the pipes.

Copper is generally considered much safer and is the most common material used to install new pipes today. Many people have already replaced their older galvanized steel plumbing with copper pipes, and new homes are no longer built with these older materials. However, some homeowners are dismayed to find similar problems with their copper piping as well.

Pinhole leaking is a plumbing repair problem in which a tiny leak causes water to stream steadily or drip slowly out of the pipes. Many homeowners don’t notice this problem for months, and end up with a major mess on their hands later on. Pinhole leaking may be caused by faulty installation, due to dents in the pipe incurred during setup. Far more frequently, however, pinhole leaks occur when a pipe develops corrosion from the inside.

The cause of this type of pinhole leaking is actually largely indeterminable. In many cases, entire communities have a similar problem with pinhole leaks while neighboring towns have very few cases at all. The problem rarely has to do with installation, and researchers are still investigating whether it’s the chemical make-up in the water or another type of problem. But one thing remains certain: you should do everything in your power to keep the problem from worsening.

The best way to monitor your plumbing system for pinhole leaks is by scheduling regular plumbing maintenance. Many homeowners don’t notice a leak until it has already ruined an area of their home resulting in costly renovations or attracted dangerous mold and mildew. With annual plumbing maintenance, you’ll get a full inspection by a trained contractor, so you may catch leaks before they cause severe damage.

For plumbing repair in Tucson, AZ, call the friendly professionals at The Sunny Plumber today to schedule a service appointment.

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Clogged drains are far and away the most common plumbing problems homeowners have to deal with: back-ups that lead to slow draining and sinks full of dirty water that never seem to go down. In mild cases, you can deal with clogs with either a store-bought snake or traditional drain cleaners. For anything more serious, a professional plumber can correct the problem with a mechanized snake or similar tool. Here in Tucson, plumbing repair services can treat the most common causes of clogged drains, but what, precisely might those causes be? A short list of some of the culprits follows.

• Hair and soap
  This is most commonly found in the bathroom, especially the shower or tub where we often lose hair during bathing. Over time, the hair can develop into thick tangles, held in place by soap scum and residue that causes it to stick to the pipes.
• Vegetable matter
  Fibrous vegetables can be very difficult to get rid of if they’re sent down the drain. This can include potato peelings, rotten vegetables and anything with a lot of fibrous content.
• Grease and fat
  People often pour hot grease or fat down the drain, not realizing that it will solidify as it travels along the cool pipes. These can be some of the toughest clogs to treat since they don’t have a lot of sold components to pull away.
• Tree roots
  Tree roots naturally seek out water to serve as sustenance and they can be surprisingly good at working their way into pipe via micro-roots. This can stop up a pipe as readily as a piece of food.
• Solid objects
  If you have children, you can attest to the presence of strange and unusual things placed down the drain: anything from a pacifier to a beloved Iron Man action figure.

When you spot the most common causes of clogged drains, summon the experts at The Sunny Plumber to help. We can unclog even the toughest drains, and plumbing services in Tucson don’t come more dedicated to your satisfaction than The Sunny Plumber. Pick up the phone and call us today to make an appointment. You’ll be glad you did!

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