Not all water leaks are obvious—especially when they happen beneath your concrete foundation. These hidden leaks, called slab leaks, can go undetected for weeks, months, or even years—causing serious damage right under your feet.
So how long can a leak go unnoticed? And what happens if it does?
Let’s break it down.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕳️ How Long Can It Stay Hidden?
In some cases, slab leaks can go undetected for months to a year or more, especially if:
- The leak is slow or intermittent
- The water drains into soil rather than surfacing
- The home is unoccupied or infrequently visited (e.g. summer or winter home)
The longer it goes unnoticed, the greater the damage—and the higher the repair costs.
🚨 Warning Signs to Watch For
Even if you can’t see the leak, your home may be trying to tell you something:
- Hot spots on flooring
- Cracked tile or buckling hardwood
- Sudden drop in water pressure
- Unexplained increase in your monthly water bill
- Mildew smells or dampness with no visible source
🔍 How We Find Slab Leaks Without Tearing Up Floors
At First Class Leak Detection, we use non-invasive tools like:
- Acoustic listening devices to hear leaks under concrete
- Thermal imaging to spot hot water leaks
- Tracer gas to detect the exact leak location
We’ll pinpoint the issue before any destructive work is done.
🏠 Don’t Let a Hidden Leak Wreck Your Foundation
A leak under your slab is more than a plumbing problem—it’s a structural threat. The longer it goes untreated, the more it erodes the soil and weakens your foundation.
Suspect a hidden leak?
Don’t wait. Call 732-253-4900 for a slab leak inspection and visit FirstClassLeaks.com today and protect your home from underground damage.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
🕒 Slab Leaks: The Silent Destroyer
Slab leaks are typically the result of:
- Aging or corroded pipes
- Shifting soil or foundation movement
- Poor installation or construction defects
- High water pressure or pipe abrasion
Because these pipes are buried under several inches of concrete, signs of a leak can be subtle—or completely hidden—for a long time.
