A leak at a pipe joint is often a failed seal or a loose fitting. Here is how Boca Raton homeowners can handle it.
The threaded joint
A leak at a threaded fitting usually means the tape or sealant failed, or the joint was not tight enough. Re-taping and tightening may fix it.
The soldered joint
A pinhole at a soldered copper joint needs the joint re-soldered or the section replaced.
The compression joint
A leaking compression fitting can often be snugged a quarter turn, but a worn ferrule needs replacing.
The call
Joint leaks on supply lines are not a job to patch with tape and hope. hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings In Boca Raton, a pro makes a permanent fix.
Stop the drip
A small joint leak becomes a big problem. Call 888-217-3585 and Boca Raton Plumbing Helpers will match you with a Boca Raton pro.
Plumbing in Boca Raton: what to know
In Boca Raton, hard water and humid conditions are common, and coastal salt air accelerates corrosion on fittings. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Broward County — from Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach and Lighthouse Point to ZIP codes like 33431, 33486, 33432 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Boca Raton?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Boca Raton Plumbing Helpers will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Boca Raton.