Welcome to the world of plumbing emergencies, where a simple leak can turn into a nightmare in no time! One of the most dreaded leaks is a slab leak. A slab leak may start as a damp spot on your floor and then take your peaceful life by storm. Here at Green Country Plumbing, we take an emergency slab leak repair very seriously. See our Google reviews. Let’s dive into this potentially catastrophic situation.

How do you know if you have an emergency slab leak?

You know you have a slab leak when water starts seeping through the cracks of your floors or walls. If you feel like you are possibly living in a sinking submarine in your living room, it’s time to contact your Sand Springs plumber. Quite simply explained, a slab leak occurs when there’s a break or leak in the pipes beneath the concrete slab foundation of your house. If you have carpet, you will notice a wet spot that won’t dry even after attempting to soak it up. At first, homeowners may think that they spilled something and dry it up only to come back later and find it is still wet. This wet spot is not something you should ignore!

What should you do if you think you have a slab leak?

1. Turn off the water to your home so the leak doesn’t continue making a mess.
2. Call Green Country Plumbing. The longer you ignore an emergency slab leak, the more damage it can cause. Water can damage your flooring, furniture and walls. Water leaks can also cause mold if left untreated. The leaks and water damage could be as severe as causing structural damage to your house. Don’t wait for the worst to happen; call a plumber ASAP! At Green Country Plumbing, we will help you with your emergency slab leak repair. Tackle the situation before it’s too late.
3. Call your insurance agent. Review your homeowner’s insurance policy to determine if your policy covers slab leaks. If so, you should reach out to your local agent and let them know of the situation. They will be able to start the claims process with you and explain more about what exactly is or is not covered.

After contacting Green Country Plumbing, here is what you can expect:

1. Initial Assessment. The plumber will visit the property to detect the leak, assess the extent of the damage and determine the cause of the leak.
2. Repair Plan. Once the plumber has identified the problem, they will provide a repair plan outlining the necessary steps to fix the slab leak, including the estimated cost the emergency slab leak repair.
3. Repair Work. The plumber will perform the necessary repairs to fix the slab leak, which may involve cutting through the concrete slab to access the damaged pipe. This can cause a lot of dust.
4. Testing. The plumber will test the repaired pipe to ensure that the leak has been fixed and the water supply is working correctly.
5. Cleanup. After the repair work is complete, the plumber will clean up any debris or mess created during the repair process and will repour concrete if it was removed to access the leak.
6. Install New Flooring. Depending on what the homeowner prefers, we will bring in a flooring contractor to install new flooring, or the homeowner may opt to do this on their own.

The next time you’re facing a plumbing emergency, don’t forget to call us, and we’ll be there to help you save the day!

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