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Fortunately, most plumbing leaks are obvious. When you have water running out from under the sink or from around the toilet, a plumbing leak is obvious. It is the undetected leak that can cause the most problems. These types of leaks, over time, can cause structural damage and/or lead to the growth of mold. Some of the things that can lead to undetected leaks are poorly installed plumbing joints and fixtures, corrosion of pipes and fixtures, a nail driven through a pipe or drain, poorly sealed pipe joints, and other types of damage that can occur during construction. Usually, the first signs of a leak are wet wall covering, wet flooring, a musty smell in the area, or the first signs of mold. However, if the moisture covers a very large area, the cost can be quite high to repair. If the affected members are load bearing, there is the possibility of structural failure and collapse. Repairs to load bearing members are usually very expensive. When the possibility