The telltale dripping sound you hear from your tub is typically indicative of a leak. It’s important to address the problem before it leads to a more catastrophic problem and drives up your monthly bills. There are several reasons a leak might develop, and home maintenance professionals can quickly detect the problem and tackle it before it grows worse. Here are three areas where leaks might begin in your tub.

Why Your Tub Is Leaking

1. Grout

Grout can shrink over time, creating a friendly environment for water to lodge behind the tiles and leak downward. It may not be immediately evident that the leak is actually coming from the tiles if this is the case. Your home maintenance technician will investigate the small openings and cracks set in the grout to determine if it’s causing the leak. In that case, they’ll clean the space and apply fresh grout to create a protective barrier. If there’s extensive damage behind the wall, though, they may need to tear away the tiles to replace the drywall.

2. Faucet

In many cases, the leak initiates in the tub’s faucet. Your home maintenance technician will inspect the “O” rings in the faucet handles, which are usually to blame. Over time and with regular exposure to water, these plastic or rubber pieces tend to break down naturally. Replacing them should resolve the problem. In other instances, the handles themselves are to blame. Sometimes they’re simply loose and can be tightened with screws.

3. Tub

It’s not common for the actual tub to be so damaged that it causes water to seep out, but it can happen, especially if the tub is old or was subject to some sort of blunt force in the past. Usually, the area that’s cracked or broken will develop rust around the opening. If it’s widespread, it’s worth having a handyman service replace the tub entirely. For more superficial openings causing minor leakage, your home repair expert will seal the opening and sand it to create a smooth finish.

 

As the leading home maintenance company in Cincinnati, OH, ABC Services is the go-to solution for homeowners seeking reliable handyman services. They offer a variety of basic plumbing services and can resolve your troublesome tub leak in no time. They’ll also handle everything from vent cleaning to repairs. Visit the company online to browse their extensive service menu, or give them a call at (513) 801-4454 to schedule a free consultation.