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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
Mary Powers
2 days ago
Robert was great. He found my leak fast and did not leave a huge mess or damage my wall.
Jonathan Bisesi
2 days ago
Excellent service and skill!
Carla Rudolph
3 days ago
Professional, affordable, and great work done! We had Matt do the plumbing part of our kitchen remodel and we’re very pleased with the work.
J Cyborg
3 days ago
Excellent job and service
Judy DePompeo
3 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! Review #2: Robert came back today to install a new pressure tank. He was (again) professional, pleasant and knowledgeable. We are new to the area and could not be more pleased with all our services( new hot water heater, new utility sink and now a pressure tank). We would highly recommend WL Staton for all your plumbing needs! The communication is excellent also. Thank you so much for your help for all our issues. PS Robert is one your best!👍🏻
George Curran
3 days ago
Best plumber in town. Fast service. Great work by Brandon one of their best.
Nick Radivo
3 days ago
Mr. Santos was very professional and did a fantastic job for us.
Jenna Marcus
3 days ago
Shawn came to our house today to fix multiple old pipes that started leaking. He was quick, efficient, and super friendly! He explained everything and we always feel the pricing with this company is more than reasonable. They have great financing options as well. My husband and I have used Staton for multiple issues that have come up around our home and have never been disappointed. We would 100% recommend anyone use this company for any heating, cooling, or plumbing issues!
Mary Novak
3 days ago
James was so great! Arrived quickly after my phone call….he treated our home like we were family. Educated me on all of the work being done and even took the time to show every detail.
Wow!!!! What a great technician! You are very fortunate to have him working for you!! Gives your company a good reputation for excellence!
Thank you for the initial phone call all as well with Amanda. So very accommodating and kind. You have the very best people representing your team!
Great job everyone! 🤗
Mary Novak
susan bell
4 days ago
I’m waiting for the house to warm up. The unit is running & Rodney explained everything very nicely. He showed me the new Heating unit and the outside Heat pump and explained how everything was connected. The team worked very hard to make sure everything looked nice and fit in with our already existing system. Having an older home usually makes renovations difficult but Rodney handled everything like The professional he is. The job was started and finished in one day and everything has been cleaned up. I am very satisfied with the work that was done And I’m looking forward to many years of warmth in the winter and cool in the summer