Plumbing Repair in Evansville, IN, and Surrounding Indiana Counties

For Plumbing Repairs That You Can Count On, Call A+ Derr 

At A+ Derr, we have 4 generations serving our community! We love our neighbors in the greater Evansville Area and have committed to serving them the best way we know how—with services that can keep their homes comfortable and functioning well. If you are in need of plumbing repairs, replacements, or installations, our professionals can make sure you are taken care of each step of the way. Need to hear more information about the services we offer? Give us a call today!

Plumbing Emergency In The Middle Of The Night? We Can Handle It

We know just how devastating the feeling can be—waking up in the middle of the night to a burst pipe or overflowing toilet. Plumbing emergencies can throw your entire life off track. They keep you up all night, make it difficult to get ready in the morning, and cause you to wait for a plumbing appointment the next day. But when the plumbing repair is an emergency and not just an inconvenience, you want to make sure you have a plumbing company you trust. 

How Do I Know When It Is A Plumbing Emergency? 

Not sure if your plumbing repair need is an emergency? Worried you might be paying an emergency premium rate when you could wait until the morning to call for a repair? We know it can be difficult to figure out the difference between a normal repair need and an emergency repair need! At A+ Derr, we like to define a plumbing emergency as plumbing damage that either immediately or imminently impacts the structure of your home or the health of your family. Still not sure if the plumbing damage you’re experiencing is an emergency? Here is a list of plumbing emergencies and non-plumbing emergencies: Plumbing Emergencies Include:

• A burst water pipe that is flooding your home
• A sewage backup that is dumping sewage into your home
• A gas line leak

Plumbing Emergencies Do Not Include:

• A toilet that isn’t flushing
• A small leak coming from your sink’s faucet
• A drain that seems to be clogged

Again, at A+ Derr, we know that plumbing emergencies in Evansville can be stressful. Worried that you have a plumbing emergency on your hands? Give our team a call immediately and we can help decide what the best thing to do is.  

What Are The Signs Of A Hidden Plumbing Leak?

Speaking of plumbing emergencies, one of the plumbing issues that can cause the most damage to your home and your health in a short amount of time is when a water pipe bursts. There are many different things that can cause a plumbing leak or pipe burst, and there are many different ways that these things can impact your home. Because of this, it’s important that you are regularly keeping an eye out for signs that you might have a plumbing leak hidden somewhere in your home. Take a look at these different signs you might be able to notice:

Unexpectedly High Water Bill

A lot of times, a large plumbing leak doesn’t start with gallons and gallons of water escaping the pipe. Oftentimes, it starts with just a few drips here and there—but as it starts growing over time, you might start to notice an unexpected rise in your water bill. If your water bill seems to be growing month to month, but you don’t necessarily notice an increase in water usage, it might be time to start investigating your plumbing. Many times, an unexpected increase in your water bill means there is a water leak somewhere in your home. 

Water Spots On Your Ceiling Or Walls

If you have started to suspect that you might have a plumbing leak, begin keeping an eye out on the drywall of your ceiling and walls. When water is leaking in a hidden spot, even if it is small, this is likely going to be the first visible sign you will be able to spot. As water seeps into the material in the drywall, it will become softer, discolored, and noticeably different from the surrounding areas. Obviously, the faster you catch this, the better as you can prevent entire sheets or drywall from needing to be replaced. 

Low Water Pressure

Another sign that you might have a hidden plumbing leak is if your water pressure seems to suddenly plummet. Low water pressure can be a nuisance, so you are likely to notice if the pressure drops. When this happens—especially if the water pressure stays low—there is a chance you have a significant water leak that needs to be addressed immediately. While it doesn’t take too much to affect your water pressure, any noticeable change can spell disaster for your pipes and your home. 

Mold Or Mildew Signs

Finally, if you have started to notice a strange, earthy smell in random parts of your home, or you’ve seen some small black or green dots on your walls or ceiling that keep growing, this is likely mold or mildew. Mold and mildew grow in damp areas that don’t get a lot of sun. So if you have a water leak somewhere in your home, you’ve likely created the perfect environment for mold and mildew to grow. When mold or mildew is present, it is worth taking a look into your water system to make sure there are no leaks present. Once mold and mildew start to grow, it can wreak havoc on those with sensitive respiratory systems, causing allergies, difficulty breathing, and more.  While we know plumbing leaks can start out small, we also know that the impact those leaks can have on your home and health can be huge. That’s why it’s so important that plumbing leaks are taken care of promptly. If you suspect you might have a plumbing leak in your home, give A+ Derr a call today!