Expert Plumbing Services in New Castle, Pennsylvania

In the winter, water can freeze in your pipes and cause the pipes to break. A broken pipe can cause flooding and serious water damage in your house if it’s not repaired immediately.

If you think you have a burst pipe, the first step is to turn off your home’s water supply. You’ll complete this at the main water shutoff valve, which is usually found in your utility area or basement. Moving the valve clockwise will cut off the water.

Then call us at 724-401-1843 right away. If it’s behind a wall, in your backyard or under your property’s foundation, we’ll be able to locate the burst pipe and fix it quickly.

If you haven’t used more water than usual and your fee doubles, there’s a good likelihood you have a water leak. Sometimes your bill will go up a bit. It’s more difficult to detect but will typically become more noticeable as the leak gets larger.

It may be hard to find a water leak without pro assistance. However you can check your water meter to determine if the leak is inside or outside your home.

Some mildew is usual in damp rooms like bathrooms. However it’s not typical to find sizable amounts accumulating on a non-shower wall, the ceiling or on baseboards, particularly if these surfaces feel flexible to the touch.

A dripping pipe can make walls, ceilings and floors to feel soft or dip. It could also leave water spots on surfaces.

These concerns can occur in rooms with poor venting or high humidity. But it’s especially problematic if you are enduring other signs of a leaky pipe, like mildew or moldy smells.

Sitting water can make a space smell musty. If the room also has moist walls or floors, you may have a water issue.

Your plumbing can back up sewer water and cause damage when the water compression descends in your property. This can be caused by a broken backflow preventer, sewer line damage or other municipal issues. Contact us at 724-401-1843 at the earliest sign of backflow and we’ll get it fixed fast.

A few things can be going on when your water pressure is insufficient. There could be a clog in your plumbing fixture. It can also be caused by a nonfunctioning water heater or a busted pipe.

If you have a boiler with a tank, it has a finite capacity for hot water. If you’re enduring cold water when you don’t use a lot of warm water, something might be wrong. Your boiler could be not watertight, nonfunctional or need to be updated.

An obstruction is probably to blame when your sink or shower drains too slowly. We use a special device like a drain snake to unblock and get your fittings draining smoothly again.

If your toilet’s tank seal fails, it will signal the tank to continue refilling. A toilet that is always refilling can suddenly drive up your water bills.

Your water should be see-through.

Don’t have concern if it comes out off-color once in a while, as this typically just means there’s air in the water store. If you find particles settling in your glass, you should have your boiler examined.

Water that’s any other color can be dangerous to your well-being. Here are a few circumstances that can cause your water to be discolored:

• Brown, red or yellow—This is often caused by a water main break in your community. It may also mean your pipes are deteriorated.
• Green or blue—This is extremely serious, since it means your pipes are likely corroded. Your water can taste metallic or bitter because of a high amount of copper or lead. Long-term exposure has been associated with to serious health issues in adults and children, including intestinal illnesses, cancer and seizures.

If you’re experiencing discolored water or grime in your water, connect with us at 724-401-1843 and we’ll identify the problem.

If your toilet’s tank seal fails, it will signal the tank to keep refilling. A toilet that is always refilling can quickly drive up your water fees.