It may sound obvious, but for many people the reason they find that the pipes in their property start to leak is simply because they are old and have become dilapidated. In such cases, it may be unfortunately beyond repair and there is no alternative other than to fully replace the pipe work.
In some instances however, there are ways in which you can avoid getting leaks in your pipe work. If for example, you have sizeable trees in close proximity to your property, it may be the case these are causing the issue – and as such you need to take particular care. This is because large trees and shrubs can often draw out the ground water from the area surrounding their roots, which can cause the earth in which they stand to give way and subside.. This in turn can create additional stress and strain on your pipe work, causing damage that can cause leaks. The roots themselves can also sometime penetrate the pipes and cause them to crack, break and leak.
Although it may sound a drastic solution, the only way of tackling this issue may be to remove the offending tree and its roots – however it can be worth first seeking advice from a qualified expert before taking such extreme measures. Please also consider the legal obligation of felling large trees – particularly in residential areas.
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