Small changes
Subtle clues your home may be showing
Slab leaks rarely announce themselves at first. Flooring that feels warmer in certain spots, hairline cracks along tile, walls or baseboards and the faint sound of running water when nothing is in use are all worth noting.
A rising water bill without a clear reason, persistent dampness and earthy or musty odors indoors can also point to water moving beneath the surface. Any one of these is a reason to investigate rather than proof of a slab leak, since other plumbing problems can cause similar signs.
