Services: Slab Leak Repair | Water Heater Replacement | Location: Lilburn, GA
A hot floor is never a good sign — but for this Lilburn homeowner, it turned out to be the warning that saved their foundation.
When they noticed the laundry room floor was warm to the touch, they called Stars and Pipes Plumbing Atlanta. What we found underneath explained everything.
What We Found
Using advanced thermal imaging technology, we identified a pinhole leak in a hot water line running beneath the concrete slab.
The heat radiating through the floor was coming directly from that leak — and left unaddressed, the continuous moisture underneath the foundation would have led to serious structural damage, mold growth, and significantly higher water bills.
What We Did
Slab Leak Repair:
- Located the exact leak position using our thermal imaging camera — no guesswork, no unnecessary concrete removal
- Opened the slab precisely at the leak location to access the damaged pipe
- Cut out the compromised pipe section
- Installed new pipe with two secure connections
- Pressure tested the repaired line to confirm proper operation before closing
Water Heater Replacement:
- Replaced the existing 50-gallon gas water heater
- Installed a water heater pan for added protection against future leaks
- Installed a new thermal coupling and shutoff valve
- Applied Stars and Pipes Plumbing Atlanta’s 6-year warranty on the water heater
The Result
Slab leak resolved, hot water restored, and a new water heater in place — all with the protection of a 6-year warranty.
This homeowner went from a mysterious warm floor to a fully diagnosed, fully repaired plumbing system with zero guesswork along the way.
Know the Warning Signs of a Slab Leak
Slab leaks rarely announce themselves obviously. By the time the damage is visible, it’s often already significant. Watch for these signs in your Gwinnett County home:
- Hot or warm spots on floors
- Unexplained increase in water or gas bills
- Sound of running water when all fixtures are off
- Reduced water pressure throughout the home
- Cracks appearing in walls or flooring
- Mold or mildew growth with no obvious source
If you notice any of these in your Lilburn, Lawrenceville, Snellville, or Tucker home, don’t wait. Slab leaks worsen over time and the longer they go undetected, the more costly the repair.
Stars and Pipes Plumbing Atlanta provides slab leak detection, slab leak repair, and water heater replacement throughout Lilburn, Gwinnett County, and Metro Atlanta. We use thermal imaging to find the problem fast — without tearing up your home unnecessarily.
Call (770) 398-7827 24/7