Tampa Pool Leak Detection 

Even a small swimming pool leak can result in serious damage. As much as you might want to celebrate the swimming season with a pool party, you can’t do it if water is leaking out. It can be tough to diagnose pool leaks and even harder to figure out what type of leak you are dealing with. Water loss will only get worse over time, so it’s better to schedule your Tampa pool leak detection service at the first sign of trouble. 

Tampa, FL, is home to countless swimming pools and spas. As a pool owner, you know how tricky it can be to maintain water systems. Luckily, local Puddle technicians have all of the necessary tools, techniques and equipment to identify to presence of pool leaks, as well as isolate the problem area for repair. Stop water loss in its tracks with one phone call to your local Puddle Pro. 

Swimming Pool Leak Detection: Common Signs of Pool Leaks & How to Spot Them 

We’ve all been there: the sun is out and all you want to do is cannonball into your pool, but when you pull back the cover, water levels are low! At the height of summer, outdoor temperatures in Tampa will exceed 90 degrees. High heat will cause pool water to evaporate and burn off. Hot weather is always the ideal time to take a dip, so it’s common for more swimmers to be stepping in and out of pools. There’s a big difference between natural water loss and water loss caused by a leak, but Puddle is here to help you tell the difference. 

Low water levels are the most obvious sign of leaks in pools. If water levels drop too low and can’t reach the skimmer drain, debris has nowhere to go, and chemically treated water can’t circulate. It’s common to see between 2-4 inches of natural water loss over a week. If you have to constantly refill pool water, it’s time for a bucket test. 

Some other symptoms of a swimming pool leak include higher than expected utility bills, the inability to balance chemical levels and puddles of standing water nearby. 

Puddle Pool Services: Understanding the Pool and Spa Leak Detection Process 

Figuring out that there is a leak in your swimming pool is an important part of the repair process, but it’s far from the last step! Next up is discovering the location of the leak. Professional pool services use developed techniques and state-of-the-art leak detection equipment to identify the type of leak you’re dealing with and plan for necessary pool repairs. 

Puddle technicians will apply pressure tests and dye tests to identify whether you’re dealing with a leak in structures or plumbing. 

Plumbing Leaks: Damage or leaks within plumbing lines or equipment are typically more difficult to assess. In an inground pool, the majority of plumbing lines run underground where they’re hard to see. Pressure tests apply streams of air to plumbing lines. If this air comes into contact with damage, it will create visible bubbles in the return lines. 

Structural Leaks: Includes any water leaks caused by damage to the foundation or vinyl liner. Technicians switch off pool pumps and strategically place vibrant dyes in pool basins. Damage and leaks will create a vacuum that draws dye in, creating a visible trail right to the source of the problem.