There Is a Leak Under the Kitchen Sink

11/15/2021 (Permalink)

A leak under the sink could go unnoticed for days or even weeks.

Leaking Kitchen Sink

If the water in your home stays where it belongs, it may be a homeowner’s best friend. When it is set free by a burst pipe or comes flooding in from the outdoors, it can be one of the homeowner’s worst enemies. Even the damage caused by a simple leak could be extensive, costly, and a major inconvenience.

Check the Sink Enclosure
The pipes in the cabinet enclosure beneath a kitchen sink are a perfect example of a plumbing failure waiting to happen. In that cabinet, you will often find some combination of:

• Hot and cold water supply pipes for the faucet
  
• A hot water supply pipe for the dishwasher
  
• A hose for the sprayer
  
• A water supply pipe for a hot water dispenser
  
• Water supply for a filtered water dispenser
  
• Drains
  

A leak under the sink could go unnoticed for days or even weeks. At that time, the damage could look like it was caused by significant flooding. Even if the leak is small, don’t be fooled into thinking that it can wait.

Prevent Additional Damage
The simplest way to prevent more damage is to shut off the water supply using the valves under the sink. If you are looking at a long wait for the plumber to arrive, you might be able to find other ways to capture the leaking water and reduce the inconvenience.

Call Your Insurance Company
If your insurance policy covers water damage, an adjuster may open a claim and evaluate the damage caused by the leak. By notifying the company of the leak, you can begin the process.

Proceed With Restoration
Whether your sink area has been damaged by significant flooding or a simple leak, your kitchen repair often requires the attention of water remediation specialists who can restore the area quickly and completely. You may find such specialists in Serenada, TX, who are prepared to quickly come in and deal with your problem.