Slab Leak Repair in Savannah, GA & Beaufort, SC
Proudly Serving the Coastal Empire & the Lowcountry
Slab leaks can be difficult to find and will often cause a lot of damage before the problem can be resolved. If you suspect you have a slab leak in your home, talk to our team at Canady’s Heating, Air & Plumbing. We serve Beaufort County, Savannah, and the surrounding areas.
We have over 35 years of plumbing experience and can help you find and repair any slab leak. Plus, we offer emergency plumbing service for serious leaks that can’t wait until normal business hours.
Our company is your trusted local source for expert plumbing services. We offer high-quality workmanship backed by thousands of five-star reviews, an Angi Super Service Award, and Better Business Bureau accreditation.
Get help with slab leaks quickly. Call (912) 597-2458 now to schedule slab leak repairs in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Beaufort, or Bluffton.
What Is a Slab Foundation?
A slab foundation is a thick concrete slab poured at grade level, with footings and a layer of sand and gravel beneath to provide suitable support and drainage. The slab serves as both the foundation and the subfloor for a home built directly on top of the slab.
Slab foundations are used in homes where basements and crawl spaces are not practical. All the plumbing in a slab foundation runs through and underneath the slab, making plumbing repairs difficult if your main water line leaks.
Signs of Slab Leaks
Slab leaks aren’t easy to spot. Because the pipes are under the slab, leaks can often go unnoticed for weeks or even months. But if you happen to spot any of the following signs, they are a good indication that you may have a slab leak:
- Higher water bills: If your water bills increase dramatically without explanation, it’s a sign that you have a hidden leak.
- Reduced water pressure: If your water pressure drops and there are no leaks inside your home, the problem may lie under the slab.
- Wet soil: If you notice wet soil, dampness, erosion, or flooding near your foundation, a pipe may be broken or leaking.
- Sounds of running water: Sounds of dripping or rushing water can be heard inside your home if there’s a significant leak.
- Hot or cold spots on your floor: Broken hot water lines or cold water lines beneath the slab can cause hot or cold spots on your floor.
- Mold or mildew odors: If mold starts to grow in wet spots below your foundation, it may permeate through the slab and make your home smell musty.
- Moisture in your home: If you notice unexplained moisture or standing water on your floor, it may be migrating through the slab from a leak below.
Need help determining if you have a slab leak? Call (912) 597-2458 to book slab leak repairs at Canady’s today.
How Canady’s Finds & Repairs Slab Leaks
When you need a skilled team to find and repair slab leaks in your home, turn to our experts at Canady’s. We can use techniques like thermal imaging, sound amplification, pressure testing, or line tracing to locate the leaky pipe. From there, we’ll discuss your repair options.
We offer several repair techniques depending on the nature of the damage, your preferences, and your budget:
- Cutting through the concrete to repair or replace the pipe
- Tunneling under the slab to repair or replace the pipe
- Abandoning the existing pipe and installing a new one
Learn which slab leak repair method is best for your home by calling (912) 597-2458 today to request service in the Coastal Empire or the Lowcountry.
Call for Slab Leak Repairs in Savannah & Beaufort
Choose our team at Canady’s Heating, Air & Plumbing for fast slab leak repairs you can count on. We’ve served our customers since 1986 and have the skill and experience to ensure your slab leak is repaired correctly the first time.
We offer professional service and quality with upfront pricing, financing options, and special offers to help you save. We also offer exclusive discounts for military personnel, veterans, and seniors.
Call Canady’s at (912) 597-2458 today to book slab leak repair for your home!
Slab Leak FAQs
What causes slab leaks?
Slab leaks are most often caused by things like soil expansion and contraction, frozen ground, erosion, chemical reactions, and abrasion, which can deteriorate the slab, allow it to move, and damage the piping.
Outdated materials and poor installation practices can cause pipes to leak or damage the foundation.
Does homeowners insurance cover slab leaks?
Many home insurance policies consider slab leaks the result of poor maintenance and will not cover the damage they cause.
In some cases, a pipe that freezes and bursts suddenly may be covered. Check your policy or speak with your insurance agent for more information.
How do you prevent slab leaks?
Erosion is a top cause of slab leaks, so ensure your soil has the correct moisture levels, your yard is properly graded, and your gutters are working correctly.
Have your water’s pH tested to avoid corrosion and pipe damage, and avoid flushing anything down the drain that might damage your drain or sewer lines, such as chemical drain cleaners, acids, fats, oils, and grease.
