Hidden leaks can cause devastating damage in homes. If you can’t find the broken pipes early, that could mean a costly repair down the line. To help you protect your home from water damage, Gonzo’s Plumbing Service & Repair of Bullhead City, AZ, explains the signs of faulty piping.

How to Identify a Broken Pipe 

Costly Utility Bills

Is your water bill higher than usual? Determine if this happens just one month or over several. If it’s one, it could be a meter problem or even a mistake by your utility company. But if you are seeing it over a longer period, call a professional service for an inspection.

Mold Outside of the Shower

Excess water and humidity facilitate mold growth. If you find the fungus outside of the shower, such as on dry walls, floors, and ceilings, it might mean water is somewhere beneath the surface, leaking from broken pipes.

Musty Smells

You may notice an unusual scent throughout the house. These odors are often the result of water in your walls and ceilings. When it sits and dampens your drywall, it can cause a foul smell that will permeate the entire room.

Brown Stains on Ceilings Below Bathrooms

If you live in a multi-floor house, you may have some rooms that are located beneath a bathroom or two. A leak in the bathroom piping will result in cracks or brown stains that spread across the ceiling.

If you see one or more of these telltale signs of broken pipes, call Gonzo’s Plumbing Service & Repair at (928) 727-1966. They have repaired faulty piping and provided expert plumbing services, including repiping and whirlpool installation, throughout Bullhead City, Fort Mohave, and Golden Valley since 2007. Visit their website for more information on how they can help you.