Although no plumbing problem is insignificant, some problems, such as sneaky leaks, are more devastating. Dealing with leaks, especially the hidden ones, is the last thing any homeowner wants to do. Unfortunately, plumbing leaks are inevitable in most homes, and some homeowners call in a plumber to fix them when it's too late. 

If your plumbing system is old or was improperly installed, you will have leaks to deal with. Plumbing leaks are dangerous, in that they can cause severe damage to your property. Here are three types of leaks that a plumber should help you detect and fix. 

1. Pipe Leaks

Most people experience pipe leaks when their pipes and water lines get broken. Detecting pipe leaks is quite tricky, especially when dealing with the pipes outside your home. Pipe leaks might not seem aggressive, but they indicate you have major plumbing issues that only a plumber should fix. 

When the damaged pipes begin to leak, the floors, furniture, ad walls are also likely to get damaged. Moreover, the leaks will escalate your water bills and even contaminate your water. If the underground pipes are broken and are leaking, you will have more sinkholes in your yard.

2. Slab Leaks

Most slab leaks occur because the piping system wasn't properly installed when constructing the foundation. The leaks could also occur if the foundations of your property are shifting. Natural elements also contribute a lot to slab leaks because they put a lot of pressure on the pipes. In some homes, the abrasion processes cause the slabs to leaks. 

The slab could also leak if the pipes are too close to exposed concrete. As the pipes expand and contract against those rough concrete surfaces, they break or crack, causing leaks. You could also experience slab leaks if the pipes are corroded. That's why a plumber should routinely inspect your pipes and slab to detect such leaks early.

3. Gas Leaks

A water heater is an essential appliance because it ensures you have hot water for bathing and other household chores. The appliance usually has natural gas that could be detrimental once it leaks. Gas leaks are dangerous, and you can't avoid them if you don't implement stringent safety measures. 

Carbon monoxide is among the gases that the water heater could leak. If the gas goes undetected, it can lead to a serious explosion and poisoning issues. However, the gas is often hard to detect without the plumber's help, since it's colorless and odorless.

Plumbing problems, such as leaks, are some of the most upsetting issues you can experience. However, they are easy to fix when detected early. Unfortunately, you won't easily detect hidden leaks if a plumber doesn't regularly inspect your plumbing lines and appliances like the water heater.