Inland Empire CA Area Slab Leak Repair
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A slab leak is an industry term that refers to leaks that occur in copper pipes under the concrete foundations of your home. Not only can slab leaks result in diminished water supply, but they can also cause damage to the surrounding concrete, compromising its strength and integrity. Slab leaks are something that you need to deal with as quickly as possible to prevent any long-term structural damage and restore adequate water supply.
How Common Are Slab Leaks?
The frequency of slab leaks depends on your location and a host of other factors. Slab leaks are particularly common in geologically active regions, such as California. Shifts in the ground case foundations to move and underground pipes to shear. Slab leaks are also more common in older neighborhoods than newer ones. Copper pipes corrode over time, leading to gaps through which water can escape.
What are Warning Signs Of A Slab Leak?
So, how do you know you have a slab leak? The first warning sign that there might be something wrong is a spike in your water bill. If the water is draining into the ground past the meter, then you could be liable for additional, unwanted water usage.
You may also notice the sound of running water, even when pipes are not in use. Running water has to go somewhere, so if none of the faucets in your home are open, then it could indicate that you have an unresolved slab leak underground.
There are many other signs that you can look for. Check for signs of water pooling around the base of your home and look for rapid mold buildup in areas around the basement. The weight of water can sometimes also cause cracking along baseboards and walls, so check for hairline cracks in the walls, especially those that appear accompanied by the smell of mold.
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Areas We Service in the Inland Empire
- Riverside
- San Bernardino
- Fontana
- Moreno Valley
- Rancho Cucamonga
- Ontario
- Corona
- Victorville
- Temeculla
- Murrieta
How Do I Repair a Slab Leak?
The good news is that with the right professional help, slab leaks can be repaired and your home restored back to normal.
In general, there are three ways of performing a slab leak repair.
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Cut Open The Foundation. The most common technique for fixing a slab leak repair in modern homes is to use specialized equipment to cut into the foundations, strip out the old pipe, and replace it with a new one.
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Foam Treatment. The second method is to pump a special kind of foam into the pipe that helps seal it, preventing water from escaping into the surrounding area. Foam treatment is usually reserved for situations in which cutting open the foundations is not cost-effective.
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Full Re-Piping. When a stretch of piping is old and corroded, it’s not always good enough to remove and replace the leaking section. Often, the entire length of pipe has to be replaced, especially when leaks recur regularly. Full re-piping is most common in older houses.
How Long Does It Take To Fix A Slab Leak?
Although repairing a slab leak sounds like a big job (after all, it involves cutting into the foundations), most slab leaks can be fixed in under a day. Of course, in certain situations, repairs can take longer. But with professionals by your side, you can usually resolve any issues within a couple of days.
What Causes Slab Leaks?
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Poor Installation. Sadly, one of the most common causes of slab leaks is poor installation. Pipes laid underneath concrete foundations can become damaged while the house is under construction. Pipes can also suffer damage while in use if they are not installed correctly in the first instance.
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Shifts In The Ground. Although pipes are designed to cope with some ground movement, shifting soil underneath your home can put them under pressure and cause them to burst.
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Corrosion. Although copper (and other piping materials) are resistant to corrosion, the combination of soil and water can eventually damage them to the point where they lose their structural integrity.
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Abrasion. Pipes are designed to expand and contract as water flows through them. However, if the outer surface of the tube is in contact with something abrasive, like rocks, concrete or gravel, then they will wear down over time. If enough material is removed from the surface of the pipe, then it could lead to a slab leak.
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A little about Schuelke Plumbing….
If you want reliable plumbing experts within a 50-mile radius of Yucaipa, CA, then get in touch with us today. We’ve been fixing slab leaks since the 1980s, and offer a range of financing options to make your repairs more affordable. We are now 3 generations of plumbers that started back in the 1970’s.
Let’s face it….
A leak under your slab can cause problems ranging from humidity issues in your home to severe water damage. It’s essential to detect and fix leaks before they can cause thousands of dollars of damage. Be sure to call a professional if you suspect a plumbing leak under your home.
As a reminder, you may have a slab leak if you notice:
- Damp flooring or carpet
- Moist baseboards
- Unexplained mold in your home
- Damage to your home’s foundation
- High water bills
A slab leak repair requires specialized expertise and tools. Choose a skilled Inland Empire plumber who does more than jackhammer through your foundation. Instead, make sure they offer options such as epoxy restoration, re-piping, pipe-rerouting, and more. Using the right techniques can limit damage and dirt within your home. You may also want to discuss our video leak detection methods if you suspect a leak somewhere on your property.
Water beneath your foundation can ruin your home. Contact us for slab leak detection and repair in Yucaipa and San Bernardino County today!
Choose Schuelke Plumbing as Your Inland Empire Plumber
When you’re looking for an expert plumber for your slab leak repair or other plumbing needs, be sure to contact Schuelke Plumbing. Located in Yucaipa, we’ve been serving the Inland Empire and both San Bernardino and Riverside counties since 1978 and we take pride in providing reliable, high-quality work.
For large repairs, we offer a variety of financing options to make the work more affordable. We also offer senior and military discounts as our way to honor those who have done so much for us. With free estimates and 24/7 emergency service, Schuelke Plumbing is the right choice.
If you suspect a slab leak, it’s important to schedule a free estimate for slab leak detection and repair. We’re here for you.
Contact us at (909) 280-4012 today!
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Rod - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Service man was very friendly and a great job and wasn't in a hurry.
Very quick and helpful
Haley - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Chandler is always so helpful and quick! I will definitely continue to call him for my plumbing needs.
Took care of business
Brian - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Awesome response time and solved a lingering 3 week problem in a day
Response from Schuelke Plumbing Inland Empire:
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review, Brian. I'm glad we were able to address your plumbing issue in a timely manner.
Great Job on faucet replacement
Craig - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Chandler came right on time, quick, efficient and very well mannered.
Excellent service and pricing!
Holly Hastings - Yucaipa, CA 92399
I have used Schuelke Plumbing now 4 times for various things and they ALWAYS have excellent service from time of scheduling, notifications of arrival, to clean up after the work! They are honest and do not price gouge you! I will NOT be using anyone else until they give me a reason too! I sell real estate and have for over 20 years so to now have found a consistently good plumber across the board, I’ll be staying with them!
Response from Schuelke Plumbing Inland Empire:
Thank you for the great review, Holly. We appreciate your loyalty.
Great service and very quick!
Haley - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Chandler was quick to find out what was wrong with my sink. Very helpful!
Response from Schuelke Plumbing Inland Empire:
Thank you for your great review. We truly appreciate it!
Fast, clean and reasonable
Rebecca - Yucaipa, CA 92399
This company has excellent customer service, during the whole process we were kept informed and the crew were very nice, clean and on top of it. Great job!
New toilet
Mark - Yucaipa, CA 92399
Fast response on a no time to waste situation. Service arrived quickly and at agreed time. Quick, friendly, professional service provided. Would definitely recommend Schuelke Plumbing.
Amazing service!
Amanda - Yucaipa, CA 92399
I called and spoke to Corey this morning around 10 am. She scheduled Chandler to come out. After being yanked around by another company who took three weeks and still kept rescheduling, Chandler fixed the problem same day in about an hour. Schuelke Plumbing was awesome and they will be my go to company from now on.
Great and prompt service
Brian - Yucaipa, CA 92399
After I received the initial phone call, Robert arrived and tried to repair the break in the water main. After finding more problems, he and his helper showed up early the next morning and replaced the pipe from the meter to the house before noon. Very courteous and professional. Two thumbs up!
Chandler S.
Customer has a hot water slab leak under kitchen cabinets. Performed re-route of 3/4” copper line that Mainifold below master shower over to behind kitchen cabinets that fed kitchen faucet and master upstairs bathroom faucets.
Chandler S.
Removed customer water heater and inspected for leaks. Water heater seemed to be faulty and possible have a hairline fracture in tank. Customer stated he will return water heater and install no one since it was still under warranty.
Chandler S.
Customer had soft clog in sewer main. Was able to run cable snake via main vent on roof to clear clog. Followed up with camera inspection and noticed customer had an old cast iron cleanout That toilet paper was getting caught on causing the clog. Highly recommend digging down and removal of this cleanout and installation of new ABS cleanout to prevent future issues. Rest of sewer main was in perfect condition. Customer also had severe water damage and flooding in master bathroom and bedroom. Highly recommend doing proper mitigation to properly dry everything and prevent mold growth and more damage.
Chandler S.
Replaced customers fill valve for master toilet.
Chandler S.
Snaked customers from cleanout behind kitchen sink. Performed camera inspection and appeared customer had large amounts of grease and food stuck in the line. Was able to flush debris out. Ran sink for several minutes and everything was draining properly. While looking under customers kitchen sink I noticed P trap was plumbed in wrong. Recommended re-doing connecting and plumbing in properly.
Chandler S.
Customer has water leak somewhere on water service. Could not locate the leak recommended contacting Cody for more thorough leak detection.
Chandler S.
Customer has a hot water leak under water heater. Leak is coming from manifold where all fittings are closed fittings. Only way to repair section is to remove manifold and plumbing it back in. Customer also has some water damage under water heater stand that I recommend doing proper remediation and dry down to, to avoid mold growth.
Chandler S.
Installed customer supplied burner assembly. Explained To customer that water heater is starting to get old and if they continue to have issues with it I recommend replacing water heater.
Chandler S.
Performed camera inspection of bathroom that backs up to kitchen and noticed customer had a lot of debris and possibly dirt in the line and could not push camera past certain section in living room. Recommended digging up this section and performing a spot repair. After performing spot repair we found that customers sewer main was corroded away and needed to be replaced. Recommended to customer to replace sewer line via epoxy coating and installing cleanout in front yard. We where able to replace customers sewer main via epoxy linning. Performed epoxy lining from hole in living room all the way to front yard cleanout. And also from same hole towards back bathroom. Performed 6 reinstatements of sewer line for both kitchen faucets, laundry and for both bathrooms. We originally thought we where going to have to epoxy coat about 10’ of 2” cast iron from the back toilet over to the bathroom vanity, but upon cleaning the pipe we noticed it was 3” all the way, so no 2” coating needed to b
Chandler S.
Replaced customers hot water shut off on washer machine. Attempted to adjust pressure on regulator and set at approximately 75psi.