Your plumbing system plays an important role in the overall function of your home. It ensures you have a clean water supply entering your home and helps waste or dirty water exit your home. If your plumbing system isn't working as it should, you may need plumbing repairs. Unfortunately, not everyone knows what the signs are that this type of repair is needed. Here are a few of the signs that you need repairs to your plumbing system as soon as possible.

1. Your Water Bill Has Increased

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), there may be a serious leak in your home if the average-sized family of four exceeds 12,000 gallons of water per month. You should be checking your water bill to see how many gallons of water your household uses. If the bill is much higher than you're used to, and there is no explanation for the higher bill, you likely have a leak and need to have a repair completed on your plumbing system.

2. Your Water Is Discolored

Another sign that is indicative of needing plumbing repairs is discolored water coming from your sink, shower, or bathtub. The water that is coming out of your faucets should be clear. If it's rust-colored, brown, or black, then you may have rusty pipes or dirt may be entering your pipes, leading to discolored water.

3. Water Is Backing Up in Your Water Fixtures

The final sign that you need plumbing repairs as soon as possible is water backing up into your water fixtures. If you notice that water isn't draining from your water fixtures, then you may need to have a professional snake the line. Snaking is the solution for a simple clog, however, further action may be needed if you have a collapsed pipe or roots growing into your pipes.

If you notice that your water bill has increased, if you notice that your water is discolored, or if you notice that water isn't draining from your water fixtures or, worse, is backing up into the water fixture, then you need to contact Gonzo Foundation Repair immediately! We will inspect your plumbing system and make the repairs that are needed to ensure your system is functioning as it should.