pipe leak

Unwanted water escape

A pipe leak is an unwanted escape of water, gas, or other substance from a break or opening in a pipe.

The term covers everything from minor drips to catastrophic failures: We discovered a pipe leak under the kitchen sink.

Pipe leaks in walls or underground can cause extensive damage before detection.

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water damage · damage · flood · copper · joint · crack · seepage · repair · emergency repair · wrench · valve · pressure · shut off valve · rust · corrosion · puddle · ceiling · basement

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plumbing integrity

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Joint that blocks moisture

secure connection · hermetic seal · dry walls

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G