• Leaking pipes. Old houses, even seemingly well-maintained ones, can be prone to pipe leaks, many of which will likely be hidden in places one won’t notice on initial inspection. When restoring an old house, an aggressive and comprehensive leak detection program is needed. If eight out of ten leaks are found and fixed, the other two that went unnoticed can still cause thousands of dollars in property damage.
• Water pressure problems. The galvanized steel pipes commonly found in old homes can rust and close up. This leads to serious problems with water pressure that may require a plumber’s attention.
• Odd plumbing configurations. The plumbing in an older structure may have been repurposed or altered several times, so finding the true source of a problem can be more challenging.
• Challenging access. The plaster walls and thicker wood framing commonly found in older homes make it more difficult for plumbers to access pipes and engage in plumbing repair.
• Code upgrades. Replacing a water heater or plumbing system may require code upgrades you wouldn’t expect.  

Avert Disaster by Getting to the Root of the Problem

Damage caused by rusted, warped, or exploding pipes can ruin heritage furniture, increase risks for mold, mildew, and indoor air pollution, and create structural problems that might make it much harder to sell or rent your home. Call Allstar Plumbing at (408) 282-7020 to get an expert plumber from our team over for immediate relief from your San Jose plumbing problem. We frequently work on older homes and understand how to strategically approach eccentric fixtures and piping while keeping your home up to code.