Tips and tricks for identifying water leaks. Checking for water leaks is a vital preventative step.
It is always best to know where your water pipes are buried prior to planting trees & shrubs of any size. As seen in this picture, this cedar tree was placed…
Water from a leaky pipe may easily show at quite a distance from the source of the leak. In the pictures below you can see water on the street and…
Leak Detection can always save $$ in terms of time and costs when it comes to locating a hidden underground water leak for a simple repair as is the case…
At the Portland Water Bureau, administrators are proposing an 11 percent hike instead of a 14.4 percent increase. Increasing water rates in any city water system brings all the more importance…
One Cubic Foot of water equals 7.48 gallons. The average bathtub holds 4-8 cubic feet of water. A dishwasher uses about 2 cubic feet per cycle. A 10 minute shower…
Several years ago I had some leaking underground water pipes on my property. I quickly became intrigued with technologies that are able to detect and locate hidden underground plastic pipes & water leaks.…
Most Pressure Reduction Valves (PRV’s) will make a high pitched noise when water is flowing through it. If you are trying to locate a buried PRV, first turn on a…
Signs of underground leaks include: Unusually wet spots in landscaped areas and/or water pooling on the ground surface. An area that is green, moldy, soft, or mossy surrounded by drier…
Unattended water leaks can be costly and since sewer rates are predicated on water consumption, it’s a good idea to consider this additional cost when it comes to leaks. See…
It’s always a good idea to check your home’s pressurized water system for leaks on a periodic basis. Unwanted water leaks left uncorrected can lead to higher water bills, potentially…
