How to find out if your pool is leaking!

There is a simple test I recommend performing before spending money on a swimming pool leak detection.

“What Test?”

The Bucket Test: This is a very simple test where a bucket is placed on the top step or a bench in the swimming pool. You then fill the bucket to a few inches above the pool level, this is in order to prevent it from floating away. Once the bucket is filled up and not floating away, use a piece of tape to mark the level of the water inside the bucket as well as the level of the pool level outside of the bucket.

After doing this, ensure the auto leveler is off (this is usually a valve next to the garden hose bib). After shutting off the valve you can open up the lid to the auto leveler (usually located on the pool deck close to the pool) and visually check if the water is running. Then once you have confirmed the auto leveler is off run the pool on the normal schedule and under normal operating conditions for 24 hours. If the change in water level for the pool water is greater than that of the water on the inside of the bucket, then the pool is losing more than normal evaporation, and I would suggest scheduling a professional leak detection.

If the change in water level is the same, then normal evaporation can be assumed. As always if you notice a higher-than-normal water bill, and suspect your pool or spa, or fountain may be the culprit, it’s always best to have the system fully inspected by an experienced professional.

“If my pool has a leak, what next?”

First, we start testing for Leaks: We use state-of-the-art leak detection equipment to pinpoint the leak. We will then write you an estimate for the repair, of the leaks.

Then once we get the approval of the quoted repair cost, we will perform the pool leak repair typically within a few business days, allowing time for any required locates of utilities or permits.

“What if I have more than 1 plumbing leak?”

Usually, we can find and fix a leaking pool with one leak detection. However, there are cases where more than one detection is needed. In this scenario, we may not discover the secondary leak if it is small until the primary plumbing leak has been repaired and the plumbing lines have been pressurized to verify if they hold water.

Every time we perform an underground plumbing repair the line is retested to ensure no additional leaks exist on that specific line upon completion of the repair.

Why ECho?

We are a fully licensed, bonded, insured, and certified company! We have years of experience and always strive for perfection. We provide a full suite of services and have contacts with many other industry leaders. This gives us the ability to quickly and properly address and/or repair any problem that may arrays with the pool or spa system during its life cycle. Take a chance on us and we won’t let you down!

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