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    Miami Pool Leak Detection

    Suspect a pool leak? Our expert leak detection service quickly identifies leaks to prevent damage and water loss. Keep your pool in top shape — schedule an inspection today!

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    Keeping your pool running smoothly takes a lot more than a skimming every now and then.

    Leak Detection in Miami, FL

    You would never dive into a pool that didn’t have water in it and a low water level is essentially the same thing. If you are noticing unexpected water loss, it’s important to diagnose whether this is happening naturally or if you are dealing with a leak. 

    Diagnosing a pool leak can be tough but lucky for you, there are local Puddle Pros on hand to help you out. Professional Miami pool leak detection services will diagnose the cause of your water loss, isolate the problem area and refer you to a local pool repair specialist. 

    A Puddle Pool Services technician dye testing a return fitting in a community pool with a syringe

    Leak Detection in Pools: What to Watch Out For 

    There are a few reasons that your pool might be showing signs of water loss but that doesn’t always mean that you are dealing with a leak. Miami is prone to high heats and when temperatures are raised you can expect to see water evaporation.

    If you are hosting guests and pool parties at your home, bodies are carrying pool water out with them whenever they step out, dive in or cannonball. With that said, you can expect to lose approximately 3-5 inches of water over the course of a week. If you find yourself having to add water on a daily basis, there is a reason! 

    The best way to judge whether or not you are experiencing water loss is to mark the water level and review it after a couple of days. If the water level has dropped significantly, it is time to consider that you are dealing with a leak. If you are having trouble measuring the level, you can always lean on the bucket test. This process involves taking a bucket of water and setting it next to the poolside. Mark the water level in each and compare them after a couple days. If the water level in the pool has dropped more than the water level in the bucket, it’s a leak. 

    Once it’s determined that there is a leak in your pool, the next step is to track down the type and source of a leak. 

    Pressure Tests: The best way to diagnose a plumbing leak is with a pressure test. This type of testing involves applying a consistent flow of air to water lines. If this air comes into contact with a crack or opening it will create air bubbles. These bubbles will often back up into return lines or in the case of an underground leak, saturated soil will create a gurgling sound that can be tracked. 

    Dye Testing: Some structural leaks have obvious signs. A slab leak, for example, usually comes along with a visible crack and is caused by physical damage. If all pool leaks were that simple to track down anyone could do it! The trick is to catch those small cracks and tears in pool liners before they become much bigger problems. When looking for structural leaks pool leak detection experts apply colored dyes strategically into still pool water. Technicians turn off the pool pump, wait for water to calm and then follow color trails to the sources of the leak. 

    Swimming Pool Leak Detection: Quick Action is the Key to Success 

    The best way to find a leak is to let a trained and experienced pool technician track it down for you. Puddle technicians arrive on-scene with state of the art testing equipment. If you are in the market for pool leak detection, look no further than your local Puddle Pros. Our technicians offer up in-depth leak detection for pools and can provide referrals to local pool repair experts that will have your swim space in great shape before you know it. Each member of the team is high trained and experienced, as well as fully insured for peace of mind and excellent results. 

    Miami Leak Detection: Frequently Asked Questions

    How hot and humid does Miami get for pools?

    NOAA normals show about 91 days a year at or above 90 F at Miami International Airport, with August highs averaging 90.7 F. NWS Miami notes wet season dewpoints in the lower to middle 70s, so water level and chemistry need steady attention through the summer.

    Do Miami-Dade watering restrictions apply to filling a pool?

    Miami-Dade enforces year round two day per week irrigation (odd addresses Wednesday and Saturday, even addresses Thursday and Sunday, before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m.). The county states these restrictions do not apply to water based recreation such as swimming pools. South Florida Water Management District can issue water shortage orders that change the rules, so check before a large fill.

    Which Miami neighborhoods do you cover?

    We look after pools across Miami, including Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Miami, Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay. The full list of areas is on our Miami page. If you do not see yours, get in touch and we will confirm.

    Why does a small leak matter?

    A pool holds a large volume of water, so a small leak adds up quickly. Beyond the water bill, a leak makes chemistry impossible to hold because treated water keeps escaping, it strains the pump and circulation system and water escaping into the ground can damage landscaping and, over time, the surrounding structure.

    Can you test the plumbing lines as well as the pool shell?

    Yes. Pressure testing checks the plumbing lines individually, which is how we tell a plumbing leak from a leak in the shell or liner. It is worth testing all the lines even when the leak seems obvious, because a second leak is easy to miss.

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    Miami, FL and the surrounding area

    So Why Puddle for Leak Detection in Miami?

    1. Transparent Pricing

      That’s Right. No Hidden Prices. Up Front and Straight Forward Pricing.

    2. E-Reports

      Your Service Sent in an E-Report, in Real Time. What Was Done, What Chemicals Were Used, What Your Levels Are At etc. All With Before & After Pictures, Time Stamped In and Time Stamped Out.

    3. Happy Snappy Techs

      Fully uniformed, CPO certified technicians in fully wrapped vehicles, so you always know who is at your gate and that your pool is in trained hands.

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