A minor water leak can affect the structural integrity of buildings and spread the damage quicker than you’d imagine. It’s important to blow this spark out before it starts a wildfire.

It’s not always catastrophes like floods and storms that can jolt the foundation of a building; water damage can spread like a disease if you don’t recognize the problem early on.  

Since commercial buildings have a larger consumption of water than residences, the chances and extent of water damage are also greater.

The water fixtures in the facility are used by all the employees of the commercial office—approximately 50 liters per person—and that’s why water bills are a significant expense. A water leak not only endangers the structure of the building but also the bank balance of the business.

To avoid these consequences, commercial property owners need to act fast when they suspect a water leak on the premises. Here are all the common types of leaks that you should know about.

Toilet Leaks

Since toilets are places where water usage is most frequent, a leak there can have disastrous effects. Due to high traffic, the flooring can wear quicker than usual and allow water to penetrate. Damaged flappers will not create a solid seal and let water from the tank to leak out. A malfunctioning fill valve will not shut off when the tank is full and continue to flow into the tank.

These are common examples of toilet leaks but the list doesn’t end here. Neglecting minor leaks can turn into a major problem that’s much more expensive to treat. Not to mention, increased water bills will continue to add to your expenses and incur more costs with time.

Ceiling Leaks

Waterproofing failures on the higher levels of a building’s floors can cause ceiling leaks on the levels below. You need a solid waterproofing membrane to prevent dampness and water spills from toilet floors to seep into the porous concrete slab.

A water leak starts showing in the form of wet stains on the ceilings of toilets on the lower floors. An untreated water leak can also cause water dripping and mold growth that will make the problem worse.

Underground Leak

Such leaks are the hardest to notice since they’re concealed from your eyes. They happen mostly in areas where there’s wet soil or greens that are often watered. Any faults in the sewer drain, plumbing pipes or drainage systems can also trigger underground leaks. It’s important to resolve the issue at your earliest before the water damage weakens the entire foundation of the building.

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