Lakeland Water Line Repair & Replacement

All water lines fail sooner or later. When you need main water line repair or replacement, you can count on the experts at All Pro Plumbing. For more than a quarter of a century, we’ve been providing award-winning plumbing repairs to Lakeland homeowners and beyond.

Regardless of the cause of the water leak, or its location, our state-of-the-art equipment ensures you get a repair that will last.

It doesn’t matter when a plumbing problem strikes, and our emergency plumbing services have your back day or night.

Signs You Need Main Water Line Replacement

Water lines fail for various reasons, including wear and tear, usage, and weather conditions. Because your water line works day after day, it’s bound to clog and break down.

Sometimes it’s challenging to know when the problem lies in your home’s plumbing system or with the main water line. Here are a few signs to watch for.

• Clogged Plumbing One of the most common signs of damaged water lines is clogged plumbing throughout the house.
• Drop in Water Pressure Damage to your main water or sewer line can result in a drop in water pressure throughout your house. If you suddenly notice that you’re not getting the water pressure you’re used to, look to a leaking main water line as the culprit.
• Contaminated Water Breaks in your water line could cause dirt and debris to end up in your water supply. If you notice that your drinking water looks dirty or smells funny, a broken water line could cause it.
• Water Pooling in the Yard Water puddles in the yard or overly lush patches of grass usually mean you have a water leak underground, and it’s typically the main water or sewer line that’s broken.

For a quick diagnosis of your water line problems, call the experts at All Pro Plumbing.

Common Causes of Main Water Line Damage

Your plumbing system will eventually fail, and that includes the main water and sewer lines. However, some issues cause these pipes to fail prematurely, and the following are the most common.

• Faulty Installation If the contractor that installed your water lines wasn’t qualified, competent, or had an off day, it’s common for the system to fail before its time.
• Shifting Soil When contractors install water lines, it’s assumed the soil conditions will remain the same for the foreseeable future. However, it’s common for soil conditions to change over time due to erosion or roots.
• Changing Water Pressure Every part of your plumbing system is designed to handle specific water pressures, and when those pressures exceed the pipe’s rating, it creates stress, leading to premature failure.
• Tree Roots Tree roots are notorious for causing issues in main water and sewer lines. Since tree roots constantly seek moisture, any tiny leak in the main line is enough to cause tree roots to find a way in and grow.

Our water leak detection service quickly identifies plumbing problems for faster, more accurate repairs.

Water Line Replacement vs. Repair

When water lines are damaged, many homeowners are faced with the dilemma of deciding whether it’s better to repair them or replace them.

• Water Line Materials
  In the past, many water lines were made from galvanized pipes, which seemed like suitable materials for their time. However, in many areas, it’s no longer legal to repair galvanized pipes because of lead issues. If you have galvanized water mains, replacement is the only option if galvanized materials are illegal.
• The Age of the Existing Line The typical lifespan of a water service line is about 50 years, so any line over that age isn’t suitable for repair and should be replaced.
• Cost Another critical factor in deciding whether to replace or repair your water service line is the cost. A general rule of thumb is if a repair costs 50% or more than the replacement cost, just do the replacement.