Although you may not see them, pool leaks do occur in underground pipes. Due to them being “invisible” , most homeowners overlook them. They usually don’t suspect a leak is even present until major issues arise. With major issues, comes costly repairs. That being said, we recommend all homeowners with an in-ground pool take the time to learn about how to look out for pool leaks in underground plumbing.
How Leaks Are Found In Underground Pipes
The plumbing systems are an important part of your swimming pool. They are what carries the water from your pool to be filtered and puts it back in once it’s clean. The part that takes water from the pool and transfers it to the filter is the Suction System. Once filtered, the Pressurized System carries the water to the pool and the Return Lines push it back in.
Signs of leaking pool plumbing
Air Bubbles In Your Pool
Low water levels can cause air bubbles in your pool when your pump is running. This can be due to a variety of reasons but should be looked at further to rule out a leak.
Wet Spots In Yard
Have you noticed consistent wet spots in your yard? What about random patches of overgrown grass? Most assume it’s due to overwatered grass but you should also consider a pool leak being the cause. Water from a leaking pool pipe will eventually rise to the surface causing these stubborn wet spots. So before you blame yourself for overwatering, make sure to take a closer look.
Low Water Pressure
More air in your lines, means less water in your lines. The pressure gauge on your filter tells you where the water pressure is at. If it appears to be lower than normal, a pool leak in the plumbing is most likely the culprit. You can let some of the pressure out by using the filter’s air relief.
Cracks In Pool Decking
As water leaks from the pipes of your in-ground pool, it will begin to cause damage to surrounding areas. If you come across a crack in the decking surrounding your pool, a leak is usually present. Before it cracks, you may notice lingering wet spots in the decking. Take those as a sign of a leak and get it looked at before it has time to do more damage.
Testing For Pool Leaks In Underground Plumbing
First and foremost, always hire a professional to accurately find a pool leak. While you can conduct a simple bucket test on your own, leave the proper testing to those with formal training.
To find a leak in a pool’s plumbing, we conduct Pressure Testing. This is done using a pressure testing stick to test each line and see if it hold pressure. Our techs also take a Hydrophone which allows them to listen underground and hear if any air is escaping the pipes. Once they narrow it down to a small area, they will dig to excavate the broken pipe and fix the plumbing.
Hire A Professional Leak Detection Company
This may sound like its going to destroy your pool in the process. Luckily, here at PinPoint we guarantee your pool to look as good as new once we are done. We are one of the only companies that finds the leak, repairs it, and restores your pool back to how it was before. Most companies dig up your yard to find the leak, and then leave it up to you to hire another contractor to fix the leak AND one to restore your pool. But not us!
We work with you from start to finish so that you can avoid the hassle of contacting multiple companies and get you back to enjoying your pool sooner rather than later. Having a pool should be stress-free and we do everything we can to make that possible.
If you suspect you may have a pool leak, we advise that you contact us as soon as possible. Whether you’re a homeowner, commercial property owner, or a pool company, PinPoint has you covered!