San Antonio Pool Leak Detection
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- Non-Invasive Testing
- Test Structures & Plumbing
- Fully Insured Staff
- Expert Leak Repair
- Pressure & Dye Testing
- 5-Star Rated
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How Leak Detection Works in San Antonio
A swimming pool can be the highlight of the summer season but if you find yourself dealing with a water leak, it’s a major liability. The average pool holds thousands of gallons of water at any given time. With that much water pressure even a pinhole leak can mean serious and widespread water damage. Puddle provides thorough San Antonio pool leak detection for residential and commercial swimming pools. Let us help you stop water loss in its tracks!
Finding leaks is difficult at the best of times but when it comes to managing inground swimming pools, it’s even worse. There are a few signs that you can look for when diagnosing a potential pool leak but the best way to pinpoint a problem area is to call in professional swimming pool leak detection services.
How to Identify Pool Water Leaks: A Quick Guide
As a pool owner you likely have an idea of how your water system normally operates. One of the main symptoms of a pool leak is an unexplained drop in water level. At the height of summer high temperatures cause evaporation. Warm weather is the ideal time to host pool parties but with more swimmers comes more splashing, diving and water loss. On average it’s normal to see between 3-5 inches of water loss over the course of a week.
If the weather is mild and swimming pools aren’t being used regularly but you are still seeing consistent drops in water levels, it is cause for concern! High water bills and the presence of puddles or pooling water around the pool area is also a sign of underground leaks.
Pool leaks will only get worse over time so it is always better to be safe than sorry. The best way to identify a problem area is to call in Puddle pool leak detection specialists at the first sign of unexplained water loss.
The Puddle Guarantee: Reliable Pool Leak Detection in San Antonio
After years of industry experience Puddle technicians are able to diagnose pool leaks quickly and efficiently. By using state of the art tools and techniques Puddle crews can identify leaks in pool plumbing and structures, isolating them for expert leak repair.
The leak detection experts at Puddle Pool Services offer specialized testing for both above ground pools and inground models. Dye tests are best suited to point out structural leaks while pressure testing is used for tracking down plumbing leaks.
Dye Tests: Identifying leaks within a pool structure should be a colorful process. It all begins with turning off the pool pump and waiting for water to go still. Once it is, technicians strategically place colored dyes into pool water. If there is a leak present it will create a vacuum and the dyes will be pulled toward it, leaving a trail behind. This makes it possible for technicians to follow this trail right to the source of the problem.
Pressure Testing: Plumbing systems are very susceptible to damage. This can be corrosion, root damage, loosened fastenings and overall wear and tear. Because a lot of pool plumbing is covered or underground it can be difficult to assess. Puddle technicians apply a steady stream of air to plumbing lines and systems. If there is damage or a crack inside air bubbles will form and appear in return lines. In the case of underground leaks saturated soil will make gurgling sounds that can be followed.
If you suspect that your swimming pool is losing water don’t hesitate to call a local Puddle Pro. Our team of experts are highly trained, experienced and outfitted with state of the art tools and safety features. Call us today to put a stop to water loss and make the most out the summer season.
San Antonio Leak Detection: Frequently Asked Questions
How hot do San Antonio summers get for pools?
National Weather Service normals show about 122 days a year at 90F or hotter at San Antonio International Airport, with July and August normal highs of 94.9F and 96.0F. Long hot stretches like this mean water level and chemistry need closer attention through the summer.
Can I drain my pool in San Antonio?
City Code Sec. 34-702 does not prohibit draining non-chlorinated pool or hot tub water. From drought Stage II on, Sec. 34-332 allows draining only onto a pervious surface (or a deck that drains directly to one) and only to lower water after rain or to repair a hazardous component or leak. Check the drought stage with SAWS and confirm the rules with the City before draining.
How do SAWS drought stages work?
SAWS drought stages follow the Edwards Aquifer level at a monitored well: Stage 1 starts at 660 ft, Stage 2 at 650 ft and Stage 3 at 640 ft, with Stage 4 at the City Manager's discretion. At Stage 3, landscape watering is limited to once a week on the designated day from 5 to 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight, while hand held hose watering is allowed any time. Stages change often, so check the SAWS drought restrictions page before a large fill.
How do I know if my pool is leaking or just losing water to evaporation?
Some water loss is normal, especially in hot, dry or windy weather and after heavy use. A leak is more likely when the level keeps dropping faster than the weather explains, when it drops even with the pump off, when the ground near the pool or equipment stays wet or when you are adding water every few days. A simple bucket test (a bucket of pool water on a step, comparing the two levels after a day) helps separate the two, and a leak detection visit confirms it.
How do you find a pool leak?
We test the pool in stages rather than guessing. Pressure testing tells us whether the plumbing lines are holding, and dye testing shows where water is escaping at fittings, cracks, lights, skimmers and returns. Checking both the structure and the plumbing matters, because a pool can leak from more than one place.
Worked with puddle pool services to get my pool back on track and they were quick and thorough with everything. Leaving me explanation and pictures on everything that was performed and keeping the price low. They recorded chemicals levels and even left time stamps. Really appreciate what they did for me!
Last year ended with my pool getting to a point the local pool stores could not help me, called Puddle Pool I think around May and Brandon corrected my water and it has been crystal clear, yes I knocked on wood, since. Also Brandon is always upbeat and pleasant to talk with.
I have had three other pool companies before hiring Puddle Pools. Brandon is by far the best I've had. My pool looks great and Brandon is the sweetest. He explains everything and so polite. I wish I had of known about this place from the very beginning. I'd adopt Brandon for my grandson! He's a sweetie!
Brandon has been AMAZING!!! I thought we would never find help like Brandon!! He takes care of our pool with the utmost consideration and care!!! THIS IS DEFINITELY WHO YOU WANT TAKING CARE OF YOUR POOL!!! This company cares!!! We had almost given up!!! After searching and searching and going through several pool guys that just did not care about our pool, constantly showing up late if they even showed up at all. It was exhausting!!
Needed to address the algae in our water feature. Spoke to Trey who was knowledgeable and very professional. Worked around my schedule and Brandon came out and cleared it up right away. He was also very nice, knowledgeable and very professional. Wish I had found them sooner!
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