4 Signs of Water Leakage Within Your Home

Water leakages may seem like a small problem at first, but one should never take these occurrences lightly. Some leaks are obvious and easy to fix, but leaks hidden inside walls or ceilings are often hard to detect. These can end up causing you costly damage before you even realise there is a leak. Early detection of a water leak can maximise your cost savings and even prevent a potential disaster. At General Waterproofing we are water leakage specialists in Singapore, and this article will share how you can detect a water leakage within your home.

Contributors of water leakage at home

There are a number of factors contributing to water leakage including leaking or corrosion in plumbing lines, cracks in the walls, or damaged waterproofing in the roof. But because you cannot see most of the pipework in your home, you may not always know that a leak has occurred. This is why home water leakages are serious issues, which should be dealt with urgently.

Signs of water leakage

  1. Water stains on ceilinghiring a water leakage specialist for water leak in the roofA dark spot or any sign of discolouration on your ceiling could indicate a water leak in the roof. You don’t usually see signs of a leak until it has been there for some time, so do address the problem as soon as you notice it. Hiring a water leakage specialist in Singapore to inspect and provide the best solution for waterproofing your home is advisable when this occurs.
  2. Mould and mildewMould and mildew are caused by excess moisture. Moisture in buildings can be caused by leaking pipes, or rain seeping in from damaged roofs or around window frames. Inhaling mould spores may cause an allergic reaction, such as sneezing, a runny nose, red eyes and skin rash, or worse, asthma attacks. As mould grows and spreads, it emits gases which release a musty odour. Find the cause and resolve it to prevent bigger and more costly repairs in the future.
  3. Sagging ceilingsA sagging ceiling is usually also a sign of a ceiling leak. You’ll often notice discoloration too. As the water saturates the ceiling material, it also weakens it. The ceiling will then start to sag due to the weight of the water. While it is most common in drop tile ceilings, water can also cause drywall and plaster ceilings to sag as well. Typically, a sagging ceiling indicates a moderate water leak and needs to be repaired immediately by a water leakage specialist in order to prevent a total collapse.
  4. Peeling paint or wallpaperblistering paint is a sign that needs waterproofing servicesPeeling or blistering paint or wallpaper on a wall are indications that there is likely a leak somewhere within. By the time you notice any peeling or blistering, the leak has usually been there for quite a while and needs immediate attention to prevent further damage.Stopping any water leakage early on is paramount to safeguarding your home’s structure. Even a small leak can quickly turn into a serious matter if not handled properly.

     

    At General Waterproofing, we are water leakage specialists and professionals in the field of waterproofing services. If you suspect water leakage happening within your home, reach out to us and we’ll be here to provide support for all your waterproofing concerns.

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