Ways Pipes Get Damaged

The end of the year, at its best, can be a time of cheer and joy. However, the relatively colder months of the year can also leave you with pipe-related problems – an expensive and potentially hazardous mess to clean up. The good news is that Nu Flow South Pacific offers pipe repair in Kihei, HI, and we can address the issues that pipes typically face.

Read on as we go over the most common ways that pipes get damaged and how our drain pipe repair services can come in handy.

1. Expansion/Contraction

Pipes expand and exert pressure on the pipe’s walls. Depending on the pipe material, excessive force can cause pipes to burst, crack or leak. Even if the pipe does not burst, the pressure can weaken the joints, resulting in the need for pipe rehabilitation. Burst or broken pipes due to this type of damage are often a result of insufficient insulation, improper maintenance, or undetected leaks.

2. Leaks

. If a pipe does not have the correct slope or if there is an obstruction upstream, this could result in a backup, damaging your home and causing water damage that warrants emergency pipe repair.

3. Leaking Water Heater

The weather can take its toll on your water heater. If you see signs of leakage around your water heater, schedule service as soon as possible and avoid the costly water damage repairs that could be necessary if this problem is left unattended.

4. Water Pressure

Water can freeze in pipes that don’t have adequate flow or if the pressure drops to extreme lows for an extended period. This can cause minor fractures to form, slowly breaking the pipe down. If left unattended, these fractures can lead to large-scale leaks, water line disruptions and cause severe structural damage if prompt pipe restoration is not carried out.

Contact us for more information on pipe repair in extreme weather or for a service appointment.