If you live in an older home built from 1978-1995, you most likely have polybutylene pipes running through your home. Polybutylene pipes were widely used as an inexpensive type of pipe for both internal and external water supply piping. Often referred to as “poly pipe” or “water service pipe,” it was underground piping that carried… Continue reading
“Home” is a word of contentment. Your home should be like a place of refuge. It is the place you can’t wait to return to each day. It is the place where your family dwells and makes memories and where you find comfort in familiarity. Creating an enjoyable space is important since you and your… Continue reading
Low water pressure, a higher water bill than usual, and damp spots on your floor or carpet are all indicators that you are having problems with a slab leak. Homes built on a slab construction are generally less expensive to build, less expensive to heat and cool, and are considered easier to enter. Many homes… Continue reading
When it comes to DIY projects, millions of Americans attempt to do things on their own each year. Sometimes, they still end up calling a professional. Home projects that beautify an area are one thing, but when it comes to plumbing issues in your home, it is generally best to let a plumbing expert handle… Continue reading
The holidays are filled with surprises. By nature, it is almost impossible to be prepared for a surprise – the sudden and unexpected aspects are what make it a surprise! But unpleasant surprises can also happen during the holidays. When they happen to be connected to your home’s plumbing, Atlanta Leak Detection wants you to… Continue reading
When you walk into your kitchen, you expect to smell something pleasant. Perhaps your spouse has bacon frying on the stove, or maybe cinnamon rolls are baking in the oven, or perhaps it is just the pleasing smell of cleanliness that greets you. Walking into a nice-smelling kitchen is definitely one of home’s greatest comforts.… Continue reading
The plumbing system of your Atlanta home is a vital component to keep your family not only supplied with fresh water but protected from harm. A plumbing system is designed to bring in fresh water for various uses in different locations, and to carry away wastewater after it is used. Wastewater contains harmful contaminants and… Continue reading
Purchasing an older home comes with many advantages: quality workmanship, character, and an ideal location. Finding a well-established community is one of the top priorities in home buying. A neighborhood where you can settle, raise a family, or retire is one of the best finds when searching for a new home. While older homes and… Continue reading
Concrete is a versatile and stable substance that is used widely in a variety of applications. The Portland cement mixture is mixed with water and aggregates to form a soupy consistency that can then be molded into virtually any shape. Internal components can also be added to increase the strength of the finished concrete product.… Continue reading
You went to the bathroom fifteen minutes ago, and you know you flushed. So, why is it still running? A running toilet is an internal water leak in your toilet tank, and it could be wasting hundreds of gallons of water a day – costing you a lot of money when your water bill arrives… Continue reading
