Our experts at Triangle Services are trained to spot leaks before they become a problem. For instance, in older homes with copper or galvanized pipe drains, mineral deposits form at the site of small leaks. Those deposits indicate that the wall thickness of the pipe is beyond its useful lifespan and should be replaced before more costly issues arise.

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Even homes with modern PVC drains suffer from settling. The glued joints cannot handle the physical stress and eventually fail. Again, there are telltale signs our experts are trained to spot. Discoloration at the joints is a clear indication of a problem.

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It may not always be possible to see the problem directly, but other signs also indicate an issue. Damp cabinets, bulging seams, and discolored or cracked finishes at the bottom of cabinets are other warning signs our team is trained to spot. The source of the leak is not always obvious. For instance, bathroom sink stopper levers sometimes become loose over time but only leak when a large volume of water is drained. Occasionally, the fix is as simple as tightening the fitting.

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Plumbing fixtures, such as faucets and shower valves, also require regular maintenance or replacement to prevent leaks. Faucets and shower valves have replaceable parts. Replacing worn parts is less expensive than replacing the entire faucet or shower valve and allows the homeowner to retain matching fixtures. Replacing those parts often requires special wrenches not typically found in a typical homeowner’s toolbox. Our teams have every plumbing tool needed to complete even the most extensive repair and remodel.

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Replacement parts in older fixtures are not always available at big box stores and require a trip to a commercial plumbing supply house. Our plumbers have worked on so many fixtures that they often recognize the brand and know exactly where to go to get the needed parts. We salute homeowners who do maintenance on their own homes, but there’s nothing worse than making a trip to a supply store, thinking you got the right part, only to find that, once everything has been taken apart, you were wrong. We make our living by doing the repair right the first time.

Replacing worn parts and fixtures is only part of the job. Securing escutcheon plates and sealing with the proper caulk ensures water will go as directed and not find its way inside the walls. We’ve seen many shoddy jobs where the old fixture was replaced, but the job was ruined by using inappropriate caulk. Cheap painter’s caulk has no place in a professional plumbing job. Some people do not know the difference or try to save a few dollars at the long-term expense of the homeowner.

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For peace of mind, please consider having our team complete a comprehensive inspection of your entire supply and drain system. You’re also welcome to reach out for any other plumbing needs.