Costs and Causes of a Leaky Faucet
We have all had a dripping faucet or leaky toilet at some point in our lives, and it’s very easy to put off calling a plumber. It might get added to the to-do list, but usually ends up on the bottom and is consistently delayed.
Because water bills are calculated by volume, depending on your usage and how bad the leak is, you could be throwing away cash from your wallet.
A simple faucet drip seems like a small, mundane issue, but could actually be costing you upwards of $200 per year. Water leaking from the bottom of a toilet can be even worse, depending on the severity, increasing that number to over $1000 per year.
Whether you have a minor leak or a bad one, it should be addressed sooner than later so it doesn’t get worse. Call Lancaster Plumbing & Heating for a professional plumber to address those drippy faucets and leaky toilets today.
Dripping Faucets
When you first notice a drip or leak, the first thing you should do is turn off the water. Do a visual inspection and see if you notice any visible damage like rust or a broken part. These causes are typically not expensive to fix and should not be ignored.
Some of the main causes of a leaky faucet include:
- Water pressure issues
- Broken washers
- Worn out seals
- Deteriorated O-ring
- Damaged cartridge faucet
- Corroded valve seat
- Other loose or broken parts
We are here to help no matter what parts are broken or worn out – our experienced plumbers will have it fixed in no time.
Leaky Toilets
Just like with a dripping faucet, when you see water leaking from the base of the toilet, turn off the water source. If you are able to see that something is cracked or broken, there’s a good chance you’ve found the source of the problem.
Several other things, too, that can cause water to pool on the floor. First, make sure there is no condensation on the toilet bowl or tank. Sometimes that can drip to the floor and look like a leak. Use a towel if necessary to wipe the area down, and watch to see if water continues to pool.
If it’s not condensation, there might be a leak due to one of these five problems:
- Cracked tank or bowl
- Rusted pipes
- Deteriorated seal at base
- Loose, rusted, or worn out connections
- Maladjusted flush valve
You can also have an internal toilet leak if you have a worn out flapper, which will cause water to continuously leak into the toilet bowl.
Call Today
When researching plumbers in Lancaster, PA, remember that our plumbers have the experience and expertise to fix your plumbing problems and help you prevent wasted water – and wasted money. Call us today or request an appointment online.
