When was the last time you hired a local plumber for leak detection plumbing in Studio City? Never? Well, you wouldn’t be alone. Many people have never had leak detection plumbing service, which can be a costly oversight. At Studio City Emergency Plumber & Drain, we know the importance of catching leaks fast. Here are the top three benefits of professional leak detection.

Save Money on Water Costs

Hidden leaks cost homeowners money that they don’t even know they’re spending. A small leak in a water pipe beneath a home’s slab can waste hundreds of gallons of water each month.  If you’ve noticed that your water bill is higher than normal, call your water company first to find out if there is a problem on their end. If the water company gives you the all clear on their end, give a plumber a call for immediate leak detection.

Protect Your Home from Structural Damage

Slab leaks, leaks that happen from broken water pipes beneath a home’s foundation, are costly to repair and can put your home’s structural integrity at risk. The last thing any homeowner wants is for a slab leak to turn into a foundation problem. Foundation issues can cost tens of thousands of dollars depending on the severity of a situation. Early detection can prevent this from happening. Our licensed plumbers use state-of-the-art equipment that can detect the smallest leaks in their infancy, making swift repairs that will protect your home and your financial livelihood.

Avoid Costly Water Damage

Leaks can form behind drywall in walls and ceilings from leaky shower fixtures or pipes. Regular leak detection can pick up small vibrations in walls, ceilings, and flooring. Vibrations are an indication that a leak may have formed. Getting to the leak quickly means you’ll spend less money on water restoration services.

To learn more about leak detection methods and the benefits, call Studio City Emergency Plumber & Drain today for affordable, precise plumbing service. We’re available 24/7 and will arrive in 90 minutes or less to your home in a fully-stocked vehicle equipped with high-tech leak detection equipment. Call us now!

People don’t replace toilets as often as they replace other plumbing fixtures or appliances in their homes. This is because toilets are built to last for years. Although the idea is to get many years of usage out of toilets, that doesn’t mean that you’ll never have to upgrade. Here are some instances when it’s a better idea to install a new toilet.

Persistent Clogging

Is your toilet not doing its job anymore? Persistent clogs can be a sign of many drain and sewer issues, but when major problems have been ruled out it may just be that you need a new toilet. Your Studio City plumber can let you know if toilet repair service is a waste of time and if replacement is the better option.

Cracked Commodes

The majority of toilets are made from porcelain that can crack, especially in the bowl. A crack on the lid isn’t something to be worried about because lids can be replaced. However, a crack in the bowl can’t be repaired and it can lead to leaks. The moment you notice a crack, we suggest you stop using the toilet right away and call for toilet replacement.

Internal Damage

Water that is leaking from the toilet is an obvious problem. However, there are plenty of internal leak issues that homeowners aren’t always aware of. These leaks can be just as damaging. Toilets that run nonstop, hiss back at you when the toilet isn’t working, or display other signs of – err- possession, should be checked by a licensed plumber.

Aging Toilets

Toilets that were manufactured before the EPA wrote the Energy Policy Act of 1992 are not as energy-efficient as their younger cousins. If you live in an older home, it’s possible that you could be using toilets that are 30, 40, 50, or more years old. So, if you toilet has seen the changing of multiple Presidents and witnessed The Beatles rise to fame, it may be time to purchase a new toilet.

Call a Studio City Plumber for Professional Toilet Repair and Installation

When in doubt about the efficiency of your home’s toilets, call Studio City Emergency Plumber & Drain for complete evaluation. Our certified plumbers will examine your toilets for any problems and make suggestions for repair or replacement. Our estimates are always free and professional installation ALWAYS guaranteed!

Clay pipes can break after an earthquake. Since many homes in the Studio City area are several decades old, it’s more likely than not that you could experience sewer line problems following even minor seismic activity. At My Panorama Plumber Hero, we want you to call us after an earthquake for a professional inspection, but we also want you to feel empowered to inspect your sewer line too.

Here are some tips for checking to make sure your sewer line hasn’t been damaged by a recent earthquake.

Create a Checklist

The best way to be prepared is to create a checklist that you can refer to after an earthquake. This checklist will make sure you hit every point and you don’t feel panicked. It keeps you organized.

What’s on the checklist?

The following is what you need to pay attention to after an earthquake:

• Is your water pressure low?
• Is their air in your water?
• Are toilets gurgling? When you flush, is the water low?
• Do you smell raw sewage?
• Have you noticed rodent droppings? There may be a crack in the line and the rodents are nesting.
• Is your sump pump running more often?
• Do you notice raw sewage backing up in your shower or bathtub?

If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, call a local Studio City plumber immediately. Although your home may appear to be structurally sound, there may be serious problems with your sewer line. Damaged sewer systems can release harmful gasses into the home and lead to illness or death. You don’t want to put your family in danger.

Professional Sewer Line Repair

At My Studio City Plumber, we offer affordable, emergency sewer line repair around the clock. You don’t have to wait to call us. As soon as you detect a problem, place that call and we’ll have a licensed plumber to your home in no time at all – guaranteed!