You don’t have to feel it to know that it’s happened again. Local news stories and U.S. Geological Survey reports tallied up more than 60 earthquakes here in North Texas over the past year. That’s a whole lot of shaking going on, so it’s always smart to check the plumbing around your home or business after the tremors settle down.
When Earth and Plumbing Collide
Detecting Damage Inside
Damp spots in the walls and water seeping across the bathroom floor are dramatic signs that your plumbing took an earthquake hit. Fluctuating water pressure is a less obvious indicator. You’ll notice this at faucets, but it also causes gurgles and bubbles in the toilet. Listen for dripping sounds behind walls, and make sure the water heater is operating properly. A quake can shift the appliance on its base and compromise gas, electric and plumbing lines. Keep an eye on the water meter for a couple of days, and watch out for unexplained usage spikes.
Recognizing Trouble Outside
If the idea of earthquake damage to your plumbing leaves you rattled, give Accurate Leak and Line a call. Our diagnostic services pinpoint water line and sewer main problems, and we handle residential, commercial and industrial jobs. We can’t stop the earth from shaking, but we can restore your confidence in your plumbing!