Certain types of pests can be attracted to your home as a direct response to specific plumbing issues. That’s why it’s important for homeowners to recognize different kinds of leaks and make the appropriate plumbing repairs to ward off critters.

As Cincinnati, OH’s premier plumbing company, Joe Klosterman Plumbing has over 30 of experience handling all aspects of the plumbing industry, including sewer and drain cleaning, sump pump maintenance, and plumbing repairs. Below, the experts share a few types of water leaks in your home that will attract pests:

• Faucet Drips: Do your faucets or shower heads have a steady drip? If so, you’re increasing the risk of inviting pests into your home. Insects need water to survive, and if they can’t find any outside, they’ll come into your home. Leaky faucets give insects like ants easy access to the water they need to live and thrive. 
• Undetected Leaky Pipes: Sometimes leaks don’t occur out in the open; they happen behind walls, beneath floors, and over ceilings. Not only do leaky pipes create a source of water for pests, but the moisture can damage wood and invite wood-boring insects such as termites, powderpost beetles, and carpenter ants into your home. These pests will chew through any wood, but moist wood is easier to get through. Common areas where water leaks into wood include the home’s foundation, around utility pipes and drip lines, and bath traps. Look for brown stains on your ceilings and walls to determine if you have a pipe leak.
• Water Heater Leaks: Your home’s water heater uses a lot of water, and it can easily spring a leak if it becomes damaged or doesn’t go through regular maintenance. To minimize water damage and keep pests out of your home, contact a plumbing company for repairs.

Don’t let pests overtake your home! If you’re in need of a reliable plumber for repairs and maintenance, contact Cincinnati’s premier plumbing company, Joe Klosterman Plumbing. Call today at (513) 941-6766 or visit their website for more information about their available services.