Expert Plumbing Services in Mason City, Iowa

In the cold weather, water can freeze within your pipes and cause pipes to break. A burst pipe can cause flooding and serious water damage in your house if it’s not fixed immediately.

If you have a burst pipe, the first step is to turn off your home’s water supply. You’ll accomplish this at the main water shutoff valve, which is usually found in your utility area or basement. Rotating the valve clockwise will shut off the water.

Then reach out to us at 641-243-4654 right away. If it’s behind a wall, in your yard or under your home’s foundation, we’ll be able to locate the broken pipe and mend it quickly.

If you aren’t using more water than typical and your fee doubles, there’s a good possibility you have a water leak. Sometimes your payment will go up just a little bit. It’s more difficult to detect but will normally become more prominent as the leak gets bigger.

It may be hard to uncover a water leak without professional assistance. Although you can check your water meter to find out if the leak is inside or outside your home.

A small amount of mildew is normal in damp rooms like bathrooms. But it’s not common to find big amounts growing on a non-shower wall, the ceiling or on baseboards, particularly if these spaces feel squishy to the touch.

A dripping pipe can make walls, ceilings and floors to feel soft or dip. It can also leave water blemishes on surfaces.

These challenges can occur in rooms with poor air circulation or high humidity. But it is especially problematic if you are experiencing other signs of a leaky pipe, like mildew or moldy smells.

Standing water can make a space smell musty. If the space also has moist walls or floors, you could have a water leak.

Your fittings can back up sewer water and cause ruin when the water pressure decreases in your home. This can be caused by a broken backflow preventer, sewer line damage or other local issues. Contact us at 641-243-4654 at the initial sign of backflow and our experts will get it fixed fast.

A number of things can be wrong when your water pressure is insufficient. There could be a block in your plumbing fixture. It could also be caused by a faulty water heater or a broken pipe.

If you have a boiler with a tank, it has a defined capacity for hot water. If you’re getting cold water when you haven’t used a lot of warm water, something may be wrong. Your water heater could be leaking, nonfunctional or need to be changed.

An obstruction is probably to be the reason when your sink or shower drains too slowly. Our team uses a special device like a drain snake to break it up and get your fixture draining efficiently again.

If your toilet’s tank seal is broken, it will signal the tank to go on refilling. A toilet that keeps refilling can rapidly drive up your water dues.

Your water should be clear.

Don’t worry if it comes out cloudy once in a while, as this typically just means there’s air in the water store. If you see particles settling at the bottom of your glass, you should have your water heater checked.

Water that’s any other color can be hazardous to your health. Here are a few issues that could cause your water to be discolored:

• Brown, red or yellow—This is usually caused by a water main break in your location. It can also mean your pipes are deteriorated.
• Green or blue—This is particularly serious, because it means your pipes are likely corroded. Your water may taste like metal or bitter on account of a high amount of copper or lead. Long-term intake has been linked to serious health challenges in adults and children, like intestinal illnesses, cancer and seizures.

If you’re seeing discolored water or grime in your water, call us at 641-243-4654 and we’ll identify the concern.

If your toilet’s tank seal fails, it will signal the tank to keep refilling. A toilet that is always refilling can suddenly drive up your water bills.