How to repair a leaking drain pipe : tips and tricks

Leaking drain pipes in your home plumbing are not only unsanitary and hazardous but thay can also cause a big loss of water. Most of the time a leaking a drain is detected much later than the leak had started and after much of the damage that could have been prevented, has already been done by the leaking pipe.

Symptoms of leaking drain pipes:

You know there is a leak inside your plumbing pipes when the reading on the water meter of your home shows a much higher value then it should, and you have not been using any extra water over a longer period of time.

Another way you will often find out you have a leak is when you experience a lot of sewer backup problems with a particular sewer line that has become chronic over time.

Reasons for leaks in your drain pipes:

• Faulty faucets or fixtures are leaking water
• Cracks in your plumbing lines and drain pipes due to aging

Solution to leaks in your drain pipes:

• Replace the faulty fixtures or faucets using the right plumbing tools.
• If the leak in your system is due to a faulty line, then replace the line. If your plumbing system is getting old, you should consider replacing the lines in stages without waiting for the system to break down.

Preventive measures:

• Take good care and make proper use of your faucets.
• Install quality faucets and fixtures only.
• Do not compromise on quality when it comes to plumbing tools and materials.
• Make sure to properly winterize your plumbing systems.

External References

• How to fix house drain pipe leaks (MonsterGuide.net)
• How can I fix a leaking drain? (wiseGEEK.com)