Everyone knows that water leaks can cause havoc on the home. They can cause all sorts of damage to the foundations of your property and severe leaks can ruin flooring and furniture. But most people don’t realise that even small leaks can be seriously dangerous and can impact your health. Here at Specialist Leak Detection, we don’t want you to find yourself in a dangerous situation because you haven’t noticed or have found a water leak in your home. We’ve created a reliable service to help locate any leaks that you might have on your property. We have a series of robust techniques and tools that can find these water leaks before they become a problem, even the very tiny ones. Below we have put together some of the risks that can be associated with water leaks.
Health Complications
One of the big issues with water leaks isn’t the water itself, it’s the mould and mildew that can grow as a result. Water leaks in your home create a perfect environment for these fungi to grow and that can pose a serious health risk, especially if you already have a history or respiratory illness. Mould spores can cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, inflammation in the nose and throat, coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes and so many other serious health complications. Additionally, you can’t just wipe the mould away because it will quickly grow back. You need to fix the problem at its source: the water leak.
Fire
This might be a surprise to many because the idea that a water leak could lead to a fire might seem a little strange. Water is, after all, what we use to put fires out. But the issue isn’t really the water, its the electrical circuits that you have all over your property. If a water leak reaches areas with electrical wiring, it can short circuit the system, which can result in electrical fires. These fires can spread quickly and be completely devastating. Should you notice a leak (or if we’ve identified a leak) near your electrical circuits, then we would definitely recommend turning off the electricity until a plumber can repair the leak.
Water Contamination
It’s important for you to remember your water pipes carry your drinking water into your home. This means that a leak can pose a serious risk to the quality of the water. A leak is the result of a burst in the pipe, so there is very little standing between the water in your pipes and the contaminants from the surrounding area. If the water pressure were to change suddenly, then the pipes may have some of these contaminants, adding particles that you don’t want into your drinking water. The long term effects of water contamination cannot be understated, so it’s vital that you have any of these issues repaired as soon as possible.
Damage to your Loft Space
Most people are aware that water damage can seriously impact the foundations of your home, but most people don’t consider the impact on the ceiling or loft space. But anywhere that has water pipes can suffer from serious damage if a leak occurs. This damage can be catastrophic, resulting in the entire roof needing replacing or significant repair.
Contact Us Today
If you’re interested in finding out more about the dangers of water leaks or if you’d like to hire our team to locate the leaks in your system, then don’t hesitate to get intouch with us today. We would be more than happy to arrange for one of our experts to visit you whenever is convenient for you.