foundation Pipes (insurance, houses, water heater)

[loriannerise]

I need to pose a question regarding the pipes that lead out from the foundation of houses built in TX. I have noticed water coming from the pipe that comes out from the foundation of my home, is this normal or should I be worried about a leak and call the insurance company.

[bluescreen73]

Originally Posted by loriannerise

I need to pose a question regarding the pipes that lead out from the foundation of houses built in TX. I have noticed water coming from the pipe that comes out from the foundation of my home, is this normal or should I be worried about a leak and call the insurance company.

If the pipe comes out of the house and doesn't appear to be attached to anything it's more than likely the drain for your air conditioner. If it is the HVAC system - a word of caution. Most HVAC units typically have 2 drain pipes, a main and a backup. If the main is clogged condensate will flow out the backup drain. If both become clogged THEN you'll have a water issue (inside the house no less).

You can do a google search for HVAC drain pipe and come up with a slew of examples. In our old house the main drain was routed into one of the sink drains in the master bath and the backup drain was a PVC pipe sticking out of the back of the house. If I saw water coming out of the back of the house I knew it was time to clean the HVAC drains out.

We had 2 copper drain pipes near the HVAC unit as well. These were probably for the hot water heater drain pans.

[Rakin]

It could also be your pressure relief valve for your Hot water heater.

These pipes should not be dripping water. You need someone to look at to find your problem.

[loriannerise]

thank u