Slab leaks in homes with original copper piping
Why it happens here
Copper pipes under a slab are exposed to soil movement and constant water pressure. Over 30 to 40 years, they develop pinhole leaks. Windsor homes from the 1980s and 1990s are prime candidates for this. The leak is often hidden until the water bill spikes or the floor warms up.
Our approach
We use acoustic listening equipment and thermal imaging to find the leak without breaking the slab. Once located, we repair the line or reroute it through the attic. Rerouting is often the better long-term fix because it removes the pipe from the soil entirely.