24-Hour Leak Detection Services and Professional Repairs

Detour Plumbing provides comprehensive plumbing leak detection and leak repair services in the Santa Clarita area. Water leaks aren’t always obvious. They’re often hidden in the walls or the ceiling and remain so until more serious problems such as mold and wood rot develop. That’s why it is critical to call a plumber when there’s the subtlest sign of a leak.

Gas leaks often go unnoticed as well. They can remain small for some time, but a buildup of gas can be extremely dangerous. It can affect your health and increase the risk a fire or explosion. Detour Plumbing works efficiently to locate the source of the problem and make repairs using non-invasive methods. We can therefore fix the issue quickly without disrupting your household, while restoring your plumbing and safety.

Common Causes of Gas and Water Leaks

Gas leaks may be caused by poorly installed piping. However, gas pipes erode with time and wear out. Sometimes this causes holes or cracks to develop, or a pipe can disconnect from its attachments. Tree roots can encroach on and penetrate a gas pipe as well. Other times, the leak source is not the pipe itself but bad seals in gas appliances such as stoves, water heaters, or fireplaces.

Water leaks are often caused by clogged pipes, corrosion, damaged pipe joints, and broken seals where water connections feed appliances such as dishwashers. High water pressure can damage pipelines as well, while tree roots are a common cause of pipe leaks outside your home’s structure. Extreme changes in temperature can cause expansion and contraction of pipes, as part of a freeze/thaw cycle, ultimately causing pipe failure.

Common Signs of a Leak

The most common signs of a leak in your home, other than visible pooling of water or floods, include:

• An unexplainable increase in your water bill.
• The water meter continuously ticks, regardless of water usage.
• Water stains on sheetrock, walls, and wet spots around toilets, sinks, and tubs.
• Discoloration on the floor, walls, or ceiling.
• Dripping noises from where the pipes are located.
• Large areas of water or dampness in your yard.
• Visible mold and mildew accompanied by a musty odor.
• Cracks in the foundation, caused by water leakage and structural weakening.

The smell of gas is a sure sign of a gas leak. A substance is added to natural gas long before it gets to your home, to help recognize there’s a leak before disaster strikes. Like water pipes, gas lines are susceptible to corrosion and other factors that cause wear and tear. Our expert plumbing technicians are trained to perform gas leak repair as effectively as they can provide water leak detection and repair.

High Quality Repair and Equipment

Whether you need water leak repair, or a gas leak sealed up, you can trust Detour Plumbing to restore your utility service and safety. A pipeline leak can be hard to find if you’re not experienced. Our plumbing technicians use the latest state-of-the-art equipment and repair techniques to quickly figure out where a leak is coming from and fix it before there are more severe problems. When repairs are needed, we use only the highest quality materials and products to restore the integrity of your water or gas plumbing system.

Schedule Leak Detection Services with Detour Plumbing Today

Signs of a leak should always be treated with urgency. The smallest water or gas leak can end in disaster. At the very least, procrastinating can result in an exorbitant repair bill. With Detour Plumbing, you get affordable service, quality materials and repair methods, and the expert advice and workmanship of our licensed, bonded, and insured technicians. We are dedicated to serving home and business owners throughout Santa Clarita. To learn more about our gas and water leak detection and repair services, or request an emergency visit 24/7, contact us at (661) 424-9820.