Expert Plumbing Services in Cottonwood & Verde Valley, Arizona

In the winter, water can freeze within your pipes and cause pipes to break. A leaking pipe can cause flooding and significant water damage in your space if it’s not mended immediately.

If you have a burst pipe, the beginning step is to disable your home’s water reserve. You’ll accomplish this at the main water shutoff valve, which is usually located in your utility area or basement. Moving the valve clockwise will cut off the water.

Then call our team at 928-862-5977 right away. Whether it’s behind a partition, in your backyard or under your house’s foundation, we’ll be able to locate the broken pipe and fix it quickly.

If you don’t use more water than usual and your payment doubles, there’s a good likelihood you have a water leak. Sometimes your bill will go up a bit. It’s tougher to catch but will usually become more noticeable as the leak gets bigger.

It can be hard to find a water leak without expert assistance. But you can check your water meter to find out if the leak is inside or outside your home.

A little bit of mildew is normal in humid rooms like bathrooms. However it’s not usual to find large amounts accumulating on a non-shower wall, the ceiling or on baseboards, notably if these surfaces feel soft to the touch.

A leaking pipe can make walls, ceilings and floors to feel soft or drop. It can also leave water stains on surfaces.

These problems can occur in spaces with poor venting or high humidity. But it’s especially hard if you are witnessing other signs of a leaky pipe, like odd fungus-like smells.

Stagnant water can make a space smell stale. If the room also has moist walls or floors, you possibly have a water leak.

Your fittings can back up sewer water and cause ruin when the water compression drops in your house. This can be caused by a broken backflow preventer, sewer line damage or other municipal issues. Contact us at 928-862-5977 at the initial sign of backflow and our experts will get it fixed quickly.

A few things can be going on when your water pressure is lacking. There could be a block in your plumbing fixture. It may also be caused by a nonfunctioning water heater or a busted pipe.

If you have a boiler with a tank, it has a defined capacity for hot water. If you’re enduring cold water when you have not used a lot of warm water, something may be wrong. Your boiler could be dripping, in need or repair or need to be changed.

An obstruction is probably to be at fault when your sink or shower empties too slowly. We’ll use a special instrument like a drain snake to break it up and get your fittings draining correctly again.

If your toilet’s tank seal is broken, it will signal the tank to keep refilling. A toilet that continues refilling can suddenly drive up your water dues.

Your water should be see-through.

Don’t worry if it comes out cloudy once in a while, as this typically just means there’s air in the water supply. If you find particles settling at the bottom of your glass, you should have your water heater inspected.

Water that’s any other color can be harmful to your body. Below are a few issues that could cause your water to be discolored:

• Brown, red or yellow—This is typically caused by a water main break in your area. It could also mean your pipes are old or rusty.
• Green or blue—This is extremely serious, because it means your pipes are likely corroded. Your water could taste brassy or bitter because of a high density of copper or lead. Long-term exposure has been connected to serious health issues in adults and children, like intestinal illnesses, cancer and seizures.

If you’re seeing discolored water or particles in your water, call us at 928-862-5977 and we’ll diagnose the concern.

If your toilet’s tank seal gets damaged, it will signal the tank to keep refilling. A toilet that is always refilling can rapidly drive up your water dues.