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Plumbing: what to do in the event of a water leak?

2022-09-23T08:21:48.794Z


A dripping sink or shower, a blister appearing on a wall… How do you react in the event of a water leak? Who to contact? Discover our advice.


In addition to water damage or a flagrant leak that leaves no doubt, how can you tell if there is a

water leak

in your home?

What are the causes of a water leak?

signs of water leaks

A water bill that is a little too high, infiltration, damp spots or yellowish spots, a wall or ceiling that is starting to warp or crumble, unpleasant mold odors or even dripping are all signals indicating that there is a leak in your home.

As soon as you observe any of these symptoms, start looking for a water leak.

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Plumbing points to check

Observe the direct environment of the place where you detected a leak, looking more particularly at the plumbing elements, such as:

  • Waste water pipes and hoses, which may have cracks or bad fittings.

  • The faucet for sinks, washbasins, showers, bathtubs that wear out on a daily basis (junction, nozzles, etc.).

  • Sealing joints and siphons.

  • The toilets and in particular the cistern.

  • The bathtub and the shower.

  • Radiator purges.

  • Potentially defective connections and drains of the dishwasher or washing machine.

  • The water heater or water tank: track down the slightest hiss or droplets of water that could accumulate on a pipe or the valve.

  • Boiler.

  • Ducts or pipes in the walls (the most difficult to detect).

Do not hesitate, to be sure, to call on a certified professional to repair a water leak on a pipe.

He will have the appropriate equipment to detect the origin of the leak and to repair it effectively.

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What to do in the event of a water leak?

In the event of a water leak in your home, here are some steps to follow to react properly:

  • All the experts say it, it is advisable to cut off the electricity in the event of a major leak, to avoid any risk of electrocution.

    In addition, you must not stay barefoot to turn off the power.

  • Cut off the water supply if the leak is too great.

  • Try to plug the leak to limit it.

  • Clean and mop up water, if possible, to prevent seepage.

  • Look for the origin of the water leak, to facilitate the intervention of the plumber.

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    A leak is not always apparent.

    If you are unable to determine its location, a qualified professional will be able to determine it for you.

    To check if water is still leaking, even if you can't see anything visible, check your water meter.

    If, despite the fact that all your taps are closed, it continues to turn, this confirms the leak.

    Who to contact in the event of a water leak?

    A professional plumber

    The intervention of a professional plumber is sometimes essential for leak detection, effective diagnosis and repair.

    An artisan plumber or a plumbing company will come with his equipment for the search for leaks: endoscopic camera, dye, thermography, humidity tester, tracer gas, electroacoustic equipment, etc.

    The price of this type of intervention varies from one company to another.

    For a simple leak detection, the budget can go up to 500€.

    The envelope for the repair, meanwhile, will depend on the extent of the damage and its nature.

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    Your insurance service

    Also remember to contact your insurer as soon as possible to check with him what your home insurance can cover for repairs.

    Assemble a disaster and water damage file as quickly as possible.

    Finally, if the leak concerns the public network (before your water meter) you can contact the “emergency leak” number on 09 69 369 9418 (non-surcharged call) open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

    They will be able to advise you and plan a quick intervention.

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    In conclusion, we strongly advise you not to let a plumbing leak deteriorate and to react quickly to the discovery of the problem to repair the leaks.

    Water can do significant damage and have a strong impact on your bill due to overconsumption of water.

    Source: lefigaro

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