What causes a Slab Leak to occur?
Slab Leaks occur when there is a reaction in the pipes below the foundation of a home or property. Many houses are built on a concrete slab foundation with a single layer of concrete several inches thick. Often water pipes and sewer lines are installed under the foundations prior to the pouring of a concrete slab. Over time there are reactions in the pipes caused mainly from corrosion, wear and tear, as well as poor water quality. Mainly a slab Leak will take place when the pipe makes contact with concrete.