Pool Leak Detection & Repair in Cary, North Carolina
A pool that loses more than normal evaporation is telling you something is wrong. Our pool leak detection and repair finds where the water is going and fixes it before it turns into damaged soil, a cracked deck, or a bigger repair bill.
Pool Leak Detection & Repair for Cary Pools: What We Look For and How We Fix It
Every pool loses some water to evaporation, and in a hot Cary summer it can be a surprising amount. A true leak is different: water level that keeps dropping when the pump is off, wet spots in the yard, a deck that is settling, or an automatic filler that never seems to shut off. Leaks can hide in underground plumbing, around the skimmer or return fittings, at the light niche, or in cracks in the shell, and guessing rarely finds them.
We begin by narrowing down the source, comparing how the water level behaves with the equipment on and off, and testing the lines that carry water to and from the pool. From there we use targeted tests to pinpoint the leak instead of digging or draining blindly. Once the leak is found, we repair it at the source, whether that means fixing a fitting, replacing a section of pipe, sealing a skimmer joint, or repairing the shell, and we check that the level holds afterward.
Signs You May Need Pool Leak Detection & Repair
- Water level dropping faster than normal evaporation
- Constantly running the auto-fill or adding water by hand
- Soggy ground, sunken pavers, or a shifting deck near the pool
- Cracks, or air bubbles returning to the pool from the pump
Common Questions
Pool Leak Detection & Repair FAQ
How can I tell if my pool is leaking or just evaporating?
A simple bucket test can help, but the pattern matters most. If the level drops the same amount with the pump running and off, or the loss is much greater than a hot week would explain, or the ground near the pool stays wet, a leak is likely. We can confirm it and find the source.
Do you have to drain the pool to find a leak?
Usually not. Many leaks are found through pressure testing of the plumbing lines and careful inspection of the fittings and shell at normal water level. Draining is a last resort for specific problems.
Can a small leak wait until the end of the season?
It is better not to wait. Water escaping from a leak can undermine soil, shift the deck, and stress equipment, and a small leak often grows. Finding it early usually keeps the repair small.