Leaks don’t always announce themselves with water pouring through the ceiling.Sometimes, they hide — under your slab, inside walls, or behind cabinets — quietly causing damage that adds up fast. If you live in Hillview, your home’s age and layout may put it at higher risk for hidden water leaks.At Adams Plumbing & Drain Company, we specialize in identifying symptoms and performing the repair after leak detection confirms the location. Here are 6 signs it might be time to make that call. 💧 1. A Sudden Spike in Your Water Bill If your usage hasn’t changed but your bill jumps $50–$100?That’s often the first red flag that water is leaking somewhere out of sight — especially with copper or PVC piping under slab. 🔊 2. The Sound of Running Water (When Nothing’s On) You’re sitting at the table. The house is quiet. And… you hear it.A faint hiss. A soft trickle. If you’ve checked all toilets, faucets, and appliances — and still hear running water — you likely have a pressurized line leaking behind the scenes. 🌡️ 3. A Warm or Damp Spot on the Floor Walk barefoot through your living room or hallway and notice a warm patch?That’s a telltale sign of a hot water slab leak — especially in Hillview homes with older copper systems. Left alone, this can erode your slab and rot your flooring. 🧼 4. Musty Smells or Soft Baseboards Moisture behind walls often smells long before it’s visible.If you notice: …it’s time to call for an inspection. 🧰 5. Mold Growth in Dry Areas If you’re spotting mold on interior walls or ceiling corners with no roof leak, you may have a pipe leaking nearby. Moisture + warmth + darkness = mold paradise. 🚿 6. Decreased Water Pressure Not always a leak — but if you’ve ruled out mineral buildup and fixture issues, sudden pressure drops could mean a line is cracked underground or in the wall. 🛠️ What to Do If You Suspect a Leak We don’t perform the detection ourselves — but we’ll help guide you to trusted leak detection specialists in Mobile County. Once the leak is confirmed and located, Adams Plumbing & Drain Company steps in for the repair:✅ Slab leaks✅ Wall line repairs✅ Pipe reroutes✅ Full repipes if needed 📞 Call us now at (251) 473-1279 💬 Text us at (251) […]
