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Slab Leak Detection & Repair in Aurora, IL

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What Your Neighbors Are Saying About Us

Kelly Y.
We moved to the area a year and a half ago. Our home has many original/aged items. Literally from the month we moved in (updating the sump pump and main water shut offs) to just last week (furnace and water heater) Andersen has been great
Deborah T.
What a fabulous company to work with! Jon arrived early, installed the hot water heater. Reviewed what had been done and made sure we understood and were satisfied. Erin is such a delight to speak with and to. All in all I wish I could give
Joshua L.
Adam came to my house today for routine maintenance and was SUPER friendly and knowledgeable. He was able to answer all questions with ease and provide detailed explanations. To my surprise, he was even kind enough to bring our empty
Megan P.
Our water heater went out unexpectedly. We got several quotes and Andersen by far provided the most value for money. From getting the quote to scheduling the work, they were so easy to work with and turnaround time was great. The technician
Mike T.
I recently had a great experience with Andersen Plumbing and Heating. The heater in our house stopped working in the morning, and they were able to send someone out to fix it the same day I called. Adam, the technician they sent, was fantastic.

Signs You May Have a Slab Leak

Slab leaks develop beneath your home’s foundation, so the usual signs of a plumbing leak, like visible water or dripping, are often absent. Instead, homeowners typically notice indirect signs first. An unexplained increase in your water bill, the sound of running water when no fixtures are in use, or warm spots on your flooring in homes with radiant heat pipes running through the slab can all point to a leak.

Other signs include damp or discolored carpet and flooring in areas without an obvious water source, a noticeable drop in water pressure throughout the home, and cracks appearing in the foundation, walls, or flooring that were not there before. Mold or a musty smell in a specific area of the home, even without visible moisture, can also be an indicator that warrants investigation.

How We Detect Slab Leaks

Because the leak is beneath the foundation, pinpointing it without unnecessary demolition requires specialized equipment. Slab leak detection in Aurora, IL typically begins with acoustic listening devices that detect the sound of water escaping from a pressurized line, allowing our technicians to narrow down the approximate location before any digging begins.

We also use pressure testing to confirm whether the leak is on the supply side or the drain line, since this affects both the detection approach and the eventual repair method. In some cases, thermal imaging can help identify temperature differences in the flooring caused by escaping water, which provides an additional data point alongside acoustic detection. Combining these methods allows us to pinpoint the leak’s location with high accuracy before any work begins, keeping the eventual repair as targeted as possible.

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Slab Leak Repairs

Once the leak has been located, we walk you through the most appropriate repair option for your specific situation. In some cases, a direct repair at the leak site is possible with minimal disruption to the surrounding slab. In situations where the pipe has significant corrosion or damage beyond the immediate leak point, rerouting the line above the slab or through an alternative path may be a more practical long-term solution than repeated repairs to the same section of pipe.

Slab leak repair in Aurora, IL, is handled with attention to both the plumbing fix and the restoration of any flooring or foundation material that needed to be accessed during the repair. We coordinate this process so you are not left managing multiple contractors to get your home back to normal.

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Why Choose Andersen Plumbing, Heating, and AC Repair

Andersen Plumbing, Heating, and AC Repair has been a family-owned business serving Aurora and the Fox Valley since 1985. Homeowners trust us for slab leak detection and repair because we invest in the right diagnostic equipment and take the time to accurately locate the problem before recommending a fix.

Here is what you can expect when you choose us:

  • 24/7 emergency service
  • Licensed, experienced plumbers
  • Honest, upfront pricing
  • Financing options available
  • Four decades of local service

Frequently Asked Questions

How serious is a slab leak if I don't address it right away?
A slab leak can worsen over time, potentially causing foundation damage, mold growth, and increased water bills. Addressing it promptly helps limit the extent of damage and the scope of repair needed.
Not always. Depending on the location and severity of the leak, some repairs can be completed with minimal disruption. In contrast, others may require access to a small section of the flooring or foundation.
If your water bill has increased significantly without a change in usage, and you hear running water when everything is turned off, a slab leak is a reasonable possibility that should be investigated.
Yes. Acoustic detection, pressure testing, and thermal imaging allow technicians to pinpoint the leak’s location with high precision before any excavation begins.
Yes. Prolonged water exposure beneath the slab can cause soil erosion or shifting, which may eventually compromise the foundation’s stability if the leak is left unaddressed.

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