Two primary places where a leak in the bathtub may be problematic are the faucet drip or the pipes underneath. The other areas to look out for include the grout, bathtub body, and drain. The type of leak will determine the extent and severity of leaks; you can choose various repair options. However, indicators of trouble are the same for the two kinds of leaks. Look for curly vinyl flooring or loose tiles, flaking or peeling paint, worn-out wood finishes or water stains over the ceilings, mold growing on the floor or walls, and general water pooling around the bottom of your tub. Knowing these signs early may protect your bathroom from more severe problems.
Here’s how to find and fix a leak in your bathtub:
Find the Culprit
It is finding the leak must come first before addressing it. Just examine the area to determine if water is pouring out of either. To determine if the tub is leaky, clean the exterior until it’s scorched, then place newspaper over it. When you start filling the tub, look for any areas of newspaper that are beginning to become wet.
To check the drain, add water to the bathtub. Once it’s complete, watch to hear the sound of water flowing out. If you hear these noises and then see the water droplets begin to diminish, likely, it’s not shut off.
If you’re not having any of the abovementioned problems, the issue is likely with your pipes. Call the neighborhood Ottawa Plumbing Service and have the lines examined.
Repair the Leak
Faucet
Begin the repair of your faucet by shutting off ultimately the water supply. Start by removing the plastic cap from the middle of your faucet. Then, you can use a screwdriver to remove the faucet’s handle. Using a wrench, you can remove the packing nut used to secure the tap into its place. Install the new stem washers, and then fix your new fixtures. Make sure you turn on the water after you’re finished.
Grout
To repair the grout, find and clean the leaking area. You can seal the leak by caulking the crevasses if you notice cracks. Before running the water, you should wait three hours for the sealant to dry completely.
Tub
If you plan to fix leaks inside the bathtub, you’ll require a robust sealant with waterproofing capabilities. Dry the bathtub and apply a large glue on the cracks. Sandpaper get used to smooth the glue over the tub’s surface.
Drain
If the tub drains rapidly, the putty used by plumbers inside the plug is likely beginning to peel off. Unplug the drain using a pair of screwdrivers, and apply the putty again. You can buy this from the closest hardware retailer.
For more information on repairing a bathtub leak, contact your Ottawa Plumbing Service at (613) 317-1682 or info@ottawaplumbingservice.com today.
