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Like all plumbing issues, slab leaks exhibit small signs of damage before turning into a full-blown home-wrecking disaster. If you’re a vigilant homeowner and know your plumbing system, you can easily spot signs of water damage on your floor and walls, allowing you to rectify the issue. Early detection is super important if you want to protect your home’s structural integrity. When they remain undetected, slab leaks eat away at your plumbing system over time, causing immense water damage. The following are some signs that point to one: Rising Water Bills Closely monitoring your water bills will allow you to discern where there’s a problem with your plumbing system. You probably already have a fair idea of the amount you’re consuming and the resultant monthly water bills. Any unexplained spikes could be due to a slab leak—or any leak—in the plumbing system. Reduced Water Pressure A primary symptom of a slab leak is reduced water pressure in your faucets. This happens be

Water damage can wreak havoc on your home. And there’s no worse kind of water damage than a slab leak. What Is A Slab Leak? The slab is the foundation of your home’s plumbing system; it holds all the pipes in place. There’s also a protective layer covering the pipes so they can move water in and out without any externally damaging force. When there’s a rupture in these pipes, the structural integrity of the slab is directly affected. Slab leak repairs are costly because your home has sustained major physical damage. The costs also depend on the location of the leak and the difficulty the plumber will face in reaching it. Most homeowners look for suitable and cost-effective options for slab leak repairs. But when the costs are too high, they often end up choosing an unsatisfactory plumbing service that might not be able to do the job. In this case, it’s often beneficial to ask your insurance provider if your homeowners insurance policy covers slab leaks. Will Insurance