Find the source ofYour pool water loss
We perform leak detection for pools and spas in the Las Vegas valley. We pressure test the lines, use electronic listening tools and inspect the equipment pad to find the leak.
- Pressure testing for plumbing
- Equipment pad leak repairs
Watch out for theseCommon signs of a leak
Call us for a leak inspection if you notice any of these issues.
Dropping water level
The water level falls faster than usual, exceeding the normal evaporation rate for a Southern Nevada pool.
Wet spots at the pad
Puddles or soggy ground near the equipment can point to a failing pump seal or a cracked filter housing.
Rising water bills
A sudden spike in your monthly water bill can be the first sign of an underground plumbing leak.
Cracks or loose tiles
Cracks in the plaster or loose waterline tiles can be the entry point for water seeping behind the shell.
Air in the system
Bubbles in the pump basket or return jets can point to a suction leak pulling air into the pipes.
Auto-fill running often
If you hear the automatic water leveler running constantly, it can be covering up a serious leak.
Our steps toLocate the leak
We use a step-by-step process to test the plumbing, shell and equipment.
Visual inspection
We examine the plaster, tile line, skimmers and return fittings for visible cracks or gaps.
Equipment inspection
We run the pump and check the valves, filter tank and heater for dripping water or suction leaks.
Dye testing
We use special dye near lights and fittings to see if water is being pulled through a crack.
Pressure testing
We seal and pressurize the suction and return lines to determine if the underground plumbing holds air.
Electronic listening
We use sensitive listening equipment to help locate where water is escaping from buried lines.
What we fix versusWhat we refer out
We repair many leaks ourselves, but we refer structural work to a specialist.
Kingfisher repairs
- Equipment pad plumbing leaks
- Leaking pump seals and valves
- Filter tank and heater leaks
- Most light and skimmer leaks
Referred to a specialist
- Underground line repairs
- Plumbing beyond the pool deck
- Structural shell cracks
- Major concrete cutting
Understanding normalEvaporation or a leak
The Southern Nevada Water Authority notes that an average in-ground pool loses 48.6 gallons per square foot each year to evaporation. For a typical 470-square-foot pool, that can mean up to 22,842 gallons of water lost annually just from the dry desert air.
Using a pool cover can cut this evaporation by about 90 percent. We use precise testing methods to determine if your water loss is just normal evaporation or a genuine leak in the system.
Leak detection questions
All QuestionsDo you repair structural shell cracks?
We repair equipment and equipment-pad leaks and most light, fitting, and skimmer leaks we find. Structural shell cracks go to a specialist contractor.
Do you fix underground plumbing leaks?
We locate the leak during our detection process, but we refer underground line repairs that require cutting the deck to a specialist.
How do I know if my auto-fill is hiding a leak?
If your water bill is rising but the pool level looks fine, the auto-fill may be running constantly to replace leaked water.
Do you repair equipment pad leaks?
Yes, we repair leaking valves, pump seals, filter housings and PVC plumbing at the equipment pad.
How much does a pool cover reduce evaporation?
A pool cover cuts evaporation by about 90 percent.
Schedule yourLeak detection visit
Contact us to schedule a leak detection process for your pool or spa.