Leaks · 4 min read
Signs Of Hidden Water Leaks
Nine early warning signs that you have a hidden leak — before it damages your ceilings, walls or floors.
Unexplained increases in your water bill are the biggest red flag. Take a meter reading, don't use any water for two hours, and read again.
Musty smells in a specific room usually mean concealed moisture behind walls or under floors.
Warped floorboards, lifting laminate or cracking tiles all suggest a slow leak underneath.
Peeling paint or bubbling wallpaper, especially near ground level, indicate persistent moisture.
The sound of running water when nothing is on is a classic sign of an active pipe leak.