Residential Water Line Installation in Boulder, CO

It may be challenging to see signs of damaged water lines until the problem is significant. It’s important to contact us as soon as you notice any signs of problems with your plumbing. The common signs of damaged water lines include the following:

• Potholes or Sinkholes – If your water main runs underneath your sidewalk or driveway, you may notice potholes in unstable soil.
• High Water Bills – When your water bill is unusually high, it often indicates a plumbing leak.
• Discolored or Rusty Water – Dirt may infiltrate your clean water supply, leading to discolored water.
• Unusual Wet Spots – Soggy places in your yard are often signs of a water leak.
• Low Water Pressure – When the water pressure throughout your home is lower than normal, water is typically escaping through a leak in a pipe.

A water line works hard each day to pump in new water. It faces normal wear and tears through the years. Water line damage happens under the ground, so it’s important to catch it as soon as possible. Common causes of water line damage include the following:

• Improper Design – If your water lines are designed for your property or were installed incorrectly, they won’t last as long.
• Aging Pipes – Older water lines cannot stand up to pressure and corrosion as well as newer water lines.
• Ground Movement – Ground movement caused by the freezing and thawing of the ground around the water pipes puts pressure on them.
• Rodent Damage – Rodents and pests can wreak havoc on underground water lines and cause them to break.
• Tree Root Intrusion – Tree roots make their way into your water pipes in search of hydration and can cause clogs and issues.