Dorchester County Pool Leak Detection 

A leak in your pool doesn’t just impact your swim space it affects the surrounding area as well. The average pool holds thousands of gallons of water at any given time. This means a ton of water pressure. Even a pinhole leak can result in serious water loss and widespread damage. The longer you wait, the worse a leak becomes so call Puddle Pool Services for your swimming pool leak detection at the first sign of trouble. 

Leak Detection in Pools: Signs That You’re Dealing with a Pool Leak 

An above-ground pool, an in-ground model, or even water features are all susceptible to water leaks. Pool leaks are often caused by physical damage all at once or from corrosion or rust that occurs over time. No matter how it started, a pool leak will always end badly. 

If you suspect that your pool is leaking somewhere but can’t seem to track down the problem area, there are a few tell-tale signs to watch out for. The most obvious sign of a pool leak is a low water level. At the height of summer when the average outdoor temperatures are high it’s common to spot a drop in water level. It’s common to see between 3-5 inches of water loss caused by evaporation during a heat wave. 

As a pool owner, you probably have an idea of what your average utility bill is. If there is a sudden, unexplained spike in your water bill it’s a sign that water is going somewhere. In the case of underground leaks, you might start to see unexplained puddles forming around swimming pools and the surrounding area. 

Many pool owners struggle to measure water levels, but there’s a simple solution for that: a bucket test! This test includes putting a bucket of water next to the poolside and marking the water level in each. When exposed to the elements in the same way, the rate of water loss should be the same. If, after a couple of days, the water level is lower in the pool than in the bucket, you’re likely dealing with a leak. 

Puddle Pool Leak Detection Services: Identifying & Isolating Problem Areas 

Determining that you’ve got a pool leak is only the first step to solving the problem. Next up is diagnosing the type of water leak you’re dealing with. Depending on where water leaks are located, it can be impossible to see the problem area. Luckily, Puddle technicians are equipped with all of the tools necessary to perform both pressure tests and dye tests. 

Dye tests are used to identify structural leaks in swimming pools. This can include everything from slab cracks to tears in vinyl pool liners. This test works by applying colored dyes strategically into pool basins. If there is a leak, it will pull pool water in, creating a vacuum. Because dyes weigh more than water, they will be pulled into these vacuums, leaving a bright trail behind that can be followed right to the source of the problem. 

Swimming pools depend on a functional plumbing system. With time, lines, fixtures and components like pool pumps will age, weaken and likely rust. These areas don’t just fix themselves and will continue to lose water over time. Puddle technicians identify plumbing leaks in pool systems by applying a steady stream of air pressure to plumbing systems. If this air flow comes into contact with an opening or damage, it will create air bubbles that will show up in return lines. In the case of underground pool leaks, you can expect to hear gurgling sounds coming from saturated soils. 

Water leaks will only get work worse over time, making it extremely important to organize pool repairs as quickly as possible. Puddle Pool Services will keep you informed of every step of your pool leak detection and inform you of any problem areas that need to be repaired. With options to book your pool leak detection service online or by phone 24 hours a day, don’t hesitate to call us!