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  • How to address a sewage leak in your home

    How to address a sewage leak in your home

    [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Let’s talk about one of the most dreaded leaks that can happen in your home or business, a sewer leak.  Not only is this by far the most disgusting leak that can happen, but they can also be harmful to the health of your family.  Sewage produces a large number of gases.  This includes carbon dioxide, methane, chlorine, nitrous oxide, hydrogen sulfide, and sulfur dioxide.  Exposure to these gases can trigger people as well as animals in your home to suffer from a lack of oxygen, which can result in disorientation. The most common gas dangers from sewer leakages are hydrogen sulfide as well as methane. Hydrogen sulfide is hazardous and can create health issues such as headaches and also even death in high doses. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][gem_quote style=”3″]Additional health concerns range from dangerous pathogens, bacteria and even chemicals that can be found in the septic system.[/gem_quote][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

    Signs that you have a sewer main line leak

    All of the drains in your home exit through one main line into the city’s sewer system.  This important pipe works on a daily basis to remove waste and harmful materials from our homes and places of work.  Despite the important of this piping system, there is not alarm or warning signal that lets you know about underground leaks.  So, how do you know that a leak may be occurring?

    You will usually smell unpleasant odors.  When a water or sewer leak goes unnoticed it can cause rot and mold behind walls and underneath flooring.  This situation is an ideal habitat for bacteria to grow and thrive.  Unusual damp smells are a good warning sign that there has been an interior leak within your plumbing system.  You may also smell foul odors in your yard out around your property line.  This is a sign that an exterior leak has occurred as sewage begins to make its way into your yard and lawn.

    Look for and inspect cracks in your home.  We all know that water erodes everything it comes in contact with over time.  A clear signal that you may be dealing with a water or sewer leak is that cracks are beginning to occur.  It is highly recommend that you call a sewer leak detection company in Salt Lake City as quickly as possible.  Doing so will help you to avoid larger damage as the running liquid may begin to ruin the foundation of your home.

    Dealing with an active sewer leak is not a pleasant experience.  If you live in Utah let the experts at Utah Leak Locate handle and repair your plumbing problem.  Call us today at (801) 613-0969 or contact us online to schedule a dispatch appointment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30019″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css_animation=”fadeInLeft” title=”(801) 613-0969″][vc_single_image image=”30085″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1566580014420{background-color: #4d71a5 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

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    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Utah Leak Locate
    (801) 613-0969
    8300 700 E Suite C,
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  • Locating a leak in a water main

    [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Utah Leak Locate was recently called upon to locate a leak in a 24-inch water main. This was a particularly challenging job because it was located under the street at a busy intersection on 5600 West and 3100 south. We always strive to save our customers money and help fix a leak in the most efficient and economically feasible way. We are happy to see the relieved look on our customer’s faces when they realize how much money we save them from other companies offering the same service. This particular project was even more satisfying because we were called upon by the city. All things considered, we were able to save the taxpayers around $40,000 by pinpointing the exact area the leak was occurring.

    Locating a leak in a water main

    Whenever we are called upon to locate and repair a leak in a water main there are several key priorities we put above all others.
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  • How to detect a water main or sewer leak

    How to detect a water main or sewer leak

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    How to detect a water main or sewer leak.

    As a home or business owner being able to see the warning signs of a leak in your water main or sewer main can save you from catastrophic damage. We wanted to write a quick article showing some simple ways that allow almost every homeowner to diagnose if they have a leak and determine if they need to call a professional detection company.

    Detecting a water main leak.

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”30052″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Water meter – If you can locate the pressure dial on your water meter you can quickly diagnose if you have a leak. The dial should normally be moving if the water is being used in the house. But, if the dial is moving while there is no water being used, then you most likely have a leak somewhere in your piping.
    Water main – Detecting a water main leak is more complicated. Make sure to shut the water main valve and drain the plumbing. You do this so that you can listen for a leak occurring, just like listening to a running faucet. Putting your ear on the furthest end of the plumbing is a low-tech way to listen for any leaks or unusual noises. Professional leak detection services will utilize complex devices that you could use for this task. If you think there might be a chance of a leak or if you’re unable to detect the leak yourself, it is best to call a trained professional who specializes in diagnosing leaks.

    Detecting a sewer leak

    Running toilet – If you have a running toilet you might have a sewer leak. An easy way to find out if your toilet is running is to shut off the water valve behind your toilet and then add some food coloring or fabric dye to the main tank of the toilet. Wait about 10-30 minutes and look at the toilet bowl. If there is colored water, you have a running toilet.
    Leaking sewer drain – Although a sewer drain leak is commonly mistaken for a water main leak, finding a sewer drain could be easier with these steps. IN most cases, a sewer joint can usually be found near the outside of the foundation wall of the property. If you have a sewer leak, there may be water present on the basement floor. An accurate way to test for a sewer leak is to do another dye test. This is done by removing the cap from the sewer trap that should be on the side of the house. Then pouring some food coloring or fabric dye into the sewer trap. After you should run a sick for a few minutes or flush a toilet. After waiting an hour or so, if you have a leak there should be dyed water pooled on your basement floor or on your foundation wall.

    Do not ignore signs of a leak.

    Remember that the above-provided information is designed to simply help you as a home or business owner to decide if you need to call a leak detection and repair company. Leaks can cause massive amounts of damage especially if they go undiagnosed or happen during weather changes. If you know or suspect you have a leak contact Utah Leak Locate at (801) 613-0969 [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]