It’s not always easy to know when your main water line needs to be replaced because the majority of your water line is underground. That means that it’s next to impossible for the average homeowner to perform a visual inspection of it. Many homeowners live with the annoying effects of a damaged water line for longer than they should because they don’t realize they need to replace their water line. Some of the signs of a damaged water line include:
- Unusually High Water Bills – If your water line is cracked or leaking, it will constantly use water without you realizing it. When that happens, you might not notice it until you get an unusually high water bill.
- Reduced Water Pressure – A damaged water line will often lose water pressure because some of the pressure is escaping through a leak.
- Rusty or Discolored Water – When a water line becomes rusty or corroded, you may notice that the water coming from your faucet is discolored.
- Strange Noises – When a water line is damaged, it will often make a banging or bubbling sound when you turn on the faucet.
- Soggy Areas of Your Lawn – Water lines with cracks or leaky joints will fill your lawn with water. If you notice that your lawn is soggy, even when it hasn’t rained, you might have water line damage.
