Cincinnati Pool Leak Detection
Puddle Pool Services finds and repairs pool leaks in Cincinnati. Pressure testing checks each plumbing line and dye testing pinpoints leaks at fittings, cracks, lights, skimmers and returns, all without digging.
- Non-Invasive Testing
- Test Structures & Plumbing
- Fully Insured Staff
- Expert Leak Repair
- Pressure & Dye Testing
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How Leak Detection Works in Cincinnati
Everyone loves a little fun in the sun but there’s nothing lovable about a pool leak. The average swimming pool holds thousands of gallons of water at a time. With all that pressure even a pinhole leak can lead to serious and widespread damage. If you aren’t sure how to spot the signs of water loss or suspect that your pool is leaking somewhere trust your local Puddle crew to track down the problem area. Puddle provides expert Cincinnati pool leak detection services for inground and above ground pools in homes and commercial properties.
Leak Detection in Pools: Identifying Signs of Water Loss
Concrete pools are built to be durable but they aren’t invincible. Even a small tear in a pool liner can spiral out of control before you know it. In fact, water leaks in swimming pools will often start small and get progressively worse over time. Catching these issues early can stop water loss in its tracks but you have to know that you are dealing with water loss first.
It’s common for water levels to drop following a pool party or to see some evaporation when temperatures are high. On average pool owners should expect to see between 3-5 inches of water loss over the course of a week. If there’s more than that or you find yourself having to grab a garden hose and refill water levels daily, you’re probably dealing with a pool leak.
One of the most common ways to identify whether or not you’ve got a water leak on your hands is to perform a bucket test. These tests aren’t particularly technical, in fact, anyone can do it! All it takes is filling a bucket with water and setting it down next to a pool. Mark the water level in each and just wait. When exposed to the elements in the same way the water levels in each should drop at the same rate. If after a couple of days the pool water level has dropped more than the bucket, you’ve got a leak!
The next step in the process is to identify the type and location of the leak. In an inground pool the majority of plumbing runs underground so it’s easy to overlook. This means water loss caused by corrosion, root damage or loose fixtures can go on for long periods without being addressed. Luckily, Puddle technicians can identify what type of swimming pool leak you are dealing with and isolate problem areas for leak repair.
Puddle Pool Leak Detection For Homes & Commercial Pools
Puddle technicians come equipped with all of the necessary tools and techniques to perform pool leak detection in the areas you can see, as well as the ones you can’t. By testing for both structural and plumbing leaks our technicians don’t miss a thing.
Structural Leaks: Swimming pools are subject to physical damage both underground and at the ground level. The best way to track down structural leaks is with a dye test. This process involves turning off the pool pump and waiting for water to go still. Once the water settles colored dyes are strategically placed inside basins. A leak creates a vacuum that will attract the dye. From here technicians are able to follow bright trails right to the source of the problem.
Plumbing Leaks: The best way to identify water leaks in pool plumbing is with a pressure test. When air comes into contact with a crack or opening it will create water bubbles. Puddle technicians apply a steady stream of air flow to plumbing systems. If there is a leak bubbles will start to show up in return lines. In the case of an underground leak saturated soil will make gurgling sounds that can be followed.
With options to book your service online or by phone 24 hours a day, there is never a bad time to call your local Puddle crew. Detailed e-reports will keep you informed through every step of your pool leak detection service and affordable rates make it easier than ever to keep up with the needs of your swim space.
Cincinnati Leak Detection: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drain my pool into the storm drain in Cincinnati?
No. Hamilton County Public Health says chlorinated pool water must not go to a storm drain. You may discharge or irrigate it on your own land after holding it at least two days with no chlorine added (up to two weeks may be needed) with pH between 6.5 and 8.5, as long as it does not leave the property or reach a stream, drainageway or storm sewer. Check with Hamilton County Public Health or MSD before draining.
Does filling my pool in summer affect my Cincinnati sewer bill?
Hamilton County sewer charges are based on your winter water use from January to March. Greater Cincinnati Water Works says customers are billed sewage only up to that winter average in summer, which matters when you fill or top off a pool.
Which Cincinnati neighborhoods do you cover?
We look after pools across Cincinnati, including Downtown Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine, Mount Adams, Corryville, Mount Auburn and Hyde Park. The full list of areas is on our Cincinnati page. If you do not see yours, get in touch and we will confirm.
Can a hot tub or spa leak be detected the same way?
Yes. Spas and hot tubs have plumbing, jets and fittings that can leak just like a pool. The same testing approach applies, adapted to the spa's equipment.
Does a vinyl liner pool leak differently from a concrete pool?
The usual suspects differ. Vinyl liners tend to leak through tears, punctures or around fittings and faceplates, while concrete and plaster pools are more likely to leak through cracks or at tile lines, lights and returns. Dye testing works on both.
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