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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.
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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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Xander Blakely
3 days ago
Crisis averted! Thanks to the kind, professional crew from Staton. My mom’s basement started filling up with water from an overflow valve. One call to Staton got a crew scheduled quickly. They were effective, communicative, and clean. Real pros
Lousasha Denis
3 days ago
Tim Chin did an excellent job on my fall maintenance! He went above and beyond in explaining the work and provided photos, and did everything he could to make me feel like a valued customer. My only regret is waiting this long to switch to Staton! Well done to all involved in my onboarding as a new client. Thank you!
Mark Conrad
3 days ago
Tim Chin is with WL Staton, who recently installed the system. They have been excellent every step of the way. Highly recommended.
Robyn Hogle
4 days ago
Joe Breig was very knowledgeable about what he was doing. He upgraded one thing on the water pressure. Thank you for being here on short notice for the upstairs bathroom sink
Ray Berzins
4 days ago
Vince was excellent, friendly, and patient with me while installing new bathroom sink. He completed job professionally.
Stephanie Potter
5 days ago
Technician was knowledgeable and provided excellent customer service
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5 days ago
Timely responses, phone and arrivals.
Provides efficient and effective service.
Communicates clearly, describing repairs needed and solutions even… I can understand.
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Today Staton,”no waitin” was needed again to replace my master bath toilet. Sent Chris Gatton, plumber extraordinaire. He offered to check other plumbing concerns, found one problematic, and included in estimates He chose the appropriate fixtures, first asking for my input and approval; his esthetic advice was spot on.
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Ruth Mensch
7 days ago
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Chris Gibbs
1 week ago
Friendly, knowledgeable workman. Very helpful. Went out of his way to inform me about various issues and costs with my HVAC and water heater. Disconnected the gas line to our kitchen range and even vacuumed out any gas that may have remained in the line. Wonderful man!
Louis Berner Jr
1 week ago
Excellent job. Robert was careful to explain everything.