Your rental properties require regular maintenance and repairs to remain safe and comfortable for your tenants. As a landlord or rental property manager, plumbing leaks are one of the toughest things that you'll have to deal with. While some leaks are easy to find, others require specialized water leak detection equipment and services.

The best way to keep water from damaging your rental property is to identify leaks early. Some of the common signals of a water leak include:



• Sounds of water running when faucets are off,
• Water on the floor around appliances or the water heater,
• Toilet running constantly or water around the base,
• Soggy, overgrown lawn, even when it hasn't rained,
• Higher than normal water usage.
  

You can't be at your rental properties all the time to make sure that everything is working the way it's supposed to. But, you can take action to prevent costly water leaks and plumbing repairs including:

• Annually inspect plumbing and replace or repair faulty fixtures, etc.
• Regularly service water appliances such as the washing machine and water heater,
• Educate your tenants on the signs of a water leak and what to do.

If your tenants are having problems with water leaks, it's more than an inconvenience. If a water leak isn't addressed quickly, it can lead to damage to the structure and potential health issues. If a leak isn't obvious or involves significant plumbing work, it's best to leave repairs to a plumbing professional.

A puddle of water around the water heater or water flowing out of a pipe are obvious signs of a water leak. As you already know, it's not always that simple and sometimes water leaks are hidden. For expert water leak detection and repair services, rely on the pros at City Plumbing & Rooter. Contact us to learn more or to book an appointment (emergency services available).