Cracked Pipe Fitting Causes Flooding in Serra Mesa Home?

2/13/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local Mission Valley East team restores water damage 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Several types of pipe fittings in a home's plumbing system can crack or fail, potentially leading to water damage. These fittings include:

Compression Fittings: These fittings are commonly used with copper or plastic pipes and rely on a compression ring to create a watertight seal. If the compression ring or the fitting itself becomes damaged or corroded, it can lead to leaks.

Threaded Fittings: Threaded connections, often used with galvanized steel or iron pipes, can develop leaks if the threads become corroded or damaged. Over-tightening during installation can also lead to cracks.

Push-Fit or SharkBite Fittings: While convenient for DIY installations, push-fit fittings can fail if the O-rings inside deteriorate or if there is excessive pressure. A cracked or improperly seated O-ring can result in leaks.

PVC and CPVC Fittings: Plastic pipe systems, like PVC and CPVC, are susceptible to fittings cracking under extreme temperature fluctuations or if they are subjected to excessive stress or impact.

Pex Fittings: Although PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) is generally durable, improperly installed or crimped PEX fittings can leak over time.

Regular maintenance, inspection, and proper installation are essential for preventing these fittings from cracking or failing, which can lead to potentially costly water damage in a home.

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When your home or commercial business in Serra Mesa has water damage from a broken pipe fitting, our local Mission Valley East team will restore your water damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 619-303-3599.

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