A leaking pool can waste thousands of gallons of water and cause serious damage to your pool's structure, decking, and surrounding foundation. often without any visible signs above ground. At Excelsior Pool Services, we use specialized electronic detection equipment and isolated pressure testing to find exactly where the leak is coming from before any repair work begins.
How Pool Leak Detection Works
We start by isolating each plumbing line individually and pressure testing it. This tells us which line is holding pressure and which is losing it. From there we use electronic listening equipment and dye testing to pinpoint the exact location of the leak. whether it's in the plumbing, the shell, or the equipment pad.
Many leaks are underground or inside the pool shell and produce no visible wet spots on the surface. Escaping water from the structure or plumbing is rarely seen. We have the equipment to find underground issues and put your mind at ease.
Signs Your Pool May Be Leaking
- Losing more than a quarter inch of water per day
- Constantly adding water to maintain level
- Unexplained spike in your water bill
- Algae growth that won't respond to normal treatment
- Cracks in the pool shell or surrounding deck
- Soft or soggy ground around the pool equipment
- Pool chemistry that won't balance despite regular treatment
The Bucket Test
A simple bucket test can help you determine your rate of water loss at home. Fill a bucket with pool water, place it on the pool steps, mark both water levels, and wait 24 hours. If the pool lost significantly more water than the bucket, you likely have a leak. Call us at (469) 496-6425 and we are happy to walk you through it.
Why Early Detection Matters in DFW
North Texas clay soil expands and contracts with moisture. A leaking pool saturates the soil beneath the shell and surrounding deck, which over time can lead to structural movement, cracked decking, and in serious cases, damage to your home's foundation. Catching a leak early is almost always significantly cheaper than addressing the downstream damage.
What's Included
- Full plumbing line isolation and pressure testing
- Underwater structural inspection
- Electronic leak detection equipment
- Dye testing for shell and fittings
- Verbal findings and repair options before any work begins
Think your pool might be leaking?
Call or text Jeff directly. Free estimates, honest answers.
(469) 496-6425