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Plumbing leaks are one of the most damaging problems in homes, as their effects appear while after the start of the leak, causing more damage in addition to significant increases in repair costs and water bills.

What  are the Main Causes of Leaks?

Plumbing leaks are one of the most damaging problems in homes, as their effects appear while after the start of the leak, causing more damage in addition to significant increases in repair costs and water bills.

After investigating and following up on a large number of water supply networks that showed leakage, it was found that more than 90% of the reasons are caused by wrong practices during the installment of the network. Wrong welding methods and the difference in the degree of melting between pipes and connectors lead to a decrease in the quality of welding and thus leakage problems in the future.

Soldering and connection problems are often caused by one of the following reasons:

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·         <!--[endif]-->A defect in the welding machine that causes the temperature to rise or fall below the required limit

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·         <!--[endif]-->The welding process is performed by an unqualified or inexperienced plumber with the details of the process

<!--[if !supportLists]-->·         <!--[endif]-->The difference of raw materials used in the manufacture of fittings from those used in pipes

It is worth noting that all KTP pipes and connectors have the same melting point, as they are made from a single, high-quality raw material, and no recycled materials are used during the manufacturing process, but reliable sources are relied on to supply production lines and ensure the best products. This helps to get tubes and accessories perfectly bonded when they melt at the same temperature.

Other Reasons

It was also noticed that 10% of the other causes of leakage are due to various factors such as:

Corrosion: Pipe network systems are exposed to many factors and conditions over the years, and after a period of time, rust or calcification and other forms of corrosion and damage lead to malfunctions in the pipes and their unsuitability for use.

It is always advised to get help from a professional plumber to assess any potential damages if water discoloration or faulty pipes are observed and then replace them with a new anti-corrosion system.

On the other hand, Polypropylene (PPR) used in the manufacture of KTP products is considered of high quality against corrosion due to its high density and high degrees of resistance in the long term, and it also has the ability to withstand acids and alkalis, in addition to being unaffected by materials used in construction such as lime and cement.

Excessive water pressure: Excessive and uneven water pressure can also be one of the causes of a leak. If you are concerned about your network, you can have a plumber help you measure the pressure in the network and make sure there are no problems.

KTP tubes are capable of withstanding high pressures of more than 20 bar. The surfaces of the inner tubes are also very smooth and non-porous, which ensures that no accumulations occur on the inner surfaces or pressure drops in the network.

Unexpected changes in temperature: Unexpected changes in the temperature of the fluids in the pipes or even the temperatures of the atmosphere cause sudden expansions and contractions in the network, which subsequently leads to cracks or breakage of the pipes.

In order to avoid similar problems, KTP pipes are highly flexible and resistant to expansion or contraction that causes similar damage.

What to do When a Leak Occurs?

1- Shut off all water sources and make sure that the flow indicator on the network water meter is not running.

2- If you can locate the leak, contact a plumber to solve the problem as soon as possible in order to avoid the formation of mold and fungi.

3- If it is not possible to detect the location of the leak, it is preferable to seek the assistance of specialized companies, as they have equipment that helps solve the problem quickly.