By PlumberDallas.com editorialUpdated

Signs

  • Warm or hot spots on tile or wood floors (hot water line)
  • Sound of running water with fixtures off
  • Water meter moving with all water off
  • Unexplained jump in the water bill
  • Damp carpet, cupping wood or mildew at floor level
  • New cracks in floors or walls (can also be foundation movement)

The meter test

Turn off every fixture and appliance, note the meter, wait 30 minutes without using water and check again. Movement points to a leak somewhere; a plumber narrows it down.

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Diagnose a possible slab leak

Cost information

Published ranges with sources: Slab Leak Repair Cost. These are not quotes.

Frequently asked questions

Is a warm floor always a slab leak?

No. Radiant heat, ductwork or sun can warm floors. A plumber confirms with pressure testing and acoustic or thermal tools.

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