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Pipes
Do you have a pipe that is broken and leaking? Perhaps it has frozen sometime during the winter? Maybe it’s a pinhole leak in a copper pipe or a cast iron drain line that has rotted away. What causes these leaks and how can they be prevented? Different kinds of pipe leak for different reasons.
Over the course of our 42 years in business, we’ve seen it all so we know a thing or two about leaking pipes! No job is too large or small for the professionals at Staton Heating, Cooling & Plumbing and we have what it takes to repair any type of broken pipe quickly and efficiently. Our expert work and commitment to customer service have resulted in over 1600, 5 star Google reviews! so you can trust that we know a thing or two about busted pipes.
WATER PIPE LEAKS
Polybutylene pipe will break and leak because it is defective. It is only a matter of time. The best solution for this type of pipe break is to replace it all. Once it begins to fail, it will then continue to fail. Continuing to patch the problems will eventually result in a very expensive flood which could cause extensive damage to your home and belongings.
Galvanized pipe was installed in homes many years ago until the 1970’s. It is not defective, per se, but over time rusts from the inside out eventually either becoming clogged or causing it to break and leak. As it deteriorates, it also reduces the flow of the water through the pipe with a seeming loss of pressure at your fixtures. As with polybutylene, the best solution for broken galvanized piping is to replace it.
Mueller Copper Pipe
Copper pipe breaks and leaks most often for homes or businesses that have well water or on the hot water side of plumbing systems. For well systems, the water must be treated correctly or the substances in your water will continue to cause deterioration in the pipes. The reason hot water pipes tend to break sooner than cold water pipes is due to the increased pressure in the pipes as the water heats and expands. Plumbing code requires that thermal expansion tanks be added to plumbing systems (typically when a water heater is installed). The thermal expansion tank is designed to absorb the increased pressure as the water heats and preserves your pipes. So as a leak in a hot water pipe is repaired it may be prudent to install a thermal expansion tank at the same time if you don’t already have one.
CPVC, PVC, HDPE and PEX pipes are made of different types of plastic and tend to leak less frequently than other types when they’re installed correctly. The reasons these pipes leak will be similar to copper pipes.
DRAIN PIPE LEAKS
If your leak is in a drain pipe it is handled similarly. The sign your leak is on a drain is that it is not continuous – it only leaks when you run water. Since drain pipes are carrying wastewater, remediation of these leaks is a priority. These pipes are typically made of cast iron, copper, ABS (plastic) or PVC (plastic). Cast iron and copper pipes tend to rot over time and are most often replaced with PVC pipe. ABS and PVC pipes are simply repaired.
Over time, all pipe will eventually break and leak. It may be the constant friction of the water passing through, chemical reactions that occur in the water or in the air outside the pipe, slight imperfections in the pipe or movement of the pipe. While none of these reasons brings much comfort once your pipe leaks. Staton is here to help.
Busted, leaking, or broken pipe?
Give us a call today at 410-705-6181. We provide pipe and leak repair services to clients throughout central Maryland, including Odenton, Arnold, Catonsville, Crofton, Millersville, Severna Park, Glen Burnie, Annapolis, Pasadena, and Severn.
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REAL REVIEWS FROM REAL CLIENTS
Judy DePompeo
2 days ago
Robert and Logan were great! They installed a new state-of-the-art hot water heater and a utility tub. Robert explained everything and provided troubleshooting suggestions for a flawless plumbing experience. We are very happy with WL Staton for providing us with an expert in his field. They will be our first choice in plumbing and HVAC needs!
Jon L
2 days ago
Joe did an amazing job at my historic property downtown w a major leak . Staton is my go to for over 27 properties .
denise grady
2 days ago
My Plummer did an excellent job! Highly recommended. Fair pricing and membership. Very pleased with the services!
Stephanie Henson
3 days ago
My technicians were Keith and Allen. From the moment they entered my home they explained in detail the work that was going to take place. They even provided photos. The price quoted was exactly what I was asked to pay except for the discount that was provided. I was never pressured to purchase additional services. I highly recommend Staton for any of your plumbing needs.
Rhonda Orin
4 days ago
Our water stopped working on a snowy Friday night — a disaster! But only until Saturday morning, when we met master plumber Keith Turner. Keith calmly fixed everything! It’s rare to find someone like that — boy, were we lucky.
Karla Kurfess
4 days ago
Very polite, very thorough, explained things clearly and provided alternate solutions.
Constance Hollidayoke
5 days ago
Luke was knowledgeable and efficient in getting the job done. Also very personable and friendly. Laughed with us at our embarrassing situation. Would definitely request his help again. Thank you so much
Timothy Leonardi
6 days ago
Stanton’s Matt McClure did an amazing job replacing our failed sump pump. He took the time to explain everything and ensured that along with the new pump he made adjustments to our system to prevent this issue in the future. We also appreciate Stephanie’s efforts to get a technician to us in less than 24 hours after our call. We felt the price for the repair was fair, and Matt ensured we received the current $75 coupon for plumbing work. We continue to be impressed with Stanton’s professionalism and value- Matt is a shining example of the type of service that makes Stanton our first call if we have an issue.
MC Garnett
6 days ago
Tony & Antonio did an guys job despite the challenges of a 50 year old furnace 15 year old water heater, & "interesting" work by whoever walked in the utility room. They made everything work. Thank you to then and the company for arranging things around weather problems.
Robert Sherman
6 days ago
From the online scheduling, then Steve the technician that came out to see about the repair of our furnace everything was good. Unfortunately we got the bad news that our furnace had to be replaced. Then Derick came out to give us an estimate for the furnace replacement. Stanton really worked with us and made this purchase an easy decision. We were scheduled for a next day Saturday install. Justin came out, he didn’t have a problem with me observing him while he did his job. After he was finished, he gave us a great overview of our new furnace and all the features of it. I would highly recommend Steve, Derick, and Justin from Stanton any HVAC needs.