Leak Detection
Pool Leak Detection in North Texas
Losing water? Rising bills? Our certified technicians use advanced pressure testing, dye testing, and electronic detection to find and fix pool leaks — fast.
Warning Signs
When to Suspect a Pool Leak
Catching a leak early saves water, chemicals, and expensive structural damage. Here are the signs to watch for.
Water level drops more than 1/4 inch per day beyond normal evaporation
Unexplained chemical imbalance — you're adding chlorine more often than usual
Wet or soggy spots in the yard near the pool, equipment pad, or plumbing lines
Rising water bills with no change in household usage
Air bubbles in the return jets or pump basket
Cracks in the pool deck, shifting soil, or settling around the pool
Our Process
How We Find Pool Leaks
Prestige uses a multi-method approach to locate leaks accurately — without unnecessary excavation.
Pressure Testing
We pressurize each plumbing line individually to isolate exactly which pipe is leaking — even buried underground.
Dye Testing
Non-toxic dye is applied near suspected areas. If water is escaping, the dye gets pulled toward the leak, pinpointing the exact spot.
Electronic Leak Detection
Specialized listening equipment detects the sound of water escaping through shell cracks, fittings, or underground plumbing — without digging.
Structural Inspection
Visual and hands-on inspection of the pool shell, tile line, fittings, lights, skimmers, and returns for visible damage or separation.
Why Go Pro
Why Professional Leak Detection Matters
DIY leak detection methods — like the bucket test — can tell you if you're losing water, but they can't tell you where. A pool has dozens of potential leak points: shell cracks, plumbing joints, light housings, skimmer throats, return fittings, and underground pipes.
Without the right equipment and training, homeowners often waste time and money chasing the wrong spot — or worse, tearing up decking and landscaping unnecessarily. Professional detection pinpoints the exact location so repairs are targeted, minimally invasive, and done right the first time.
Prestige technicians are trained on the latest electronic listening devices, pressure testing rigs, and dye injection techniques. We find the leak, explain the repair options, and handle the fix — all in-house, all under one warranty.
Common Questions
Pool Leak Detection FAQ
How do I know if my pool is leaking or just evaporating?
Normal evaporation in North Texas is about 1/8 to 1/4 inch per day during summer. You can do a simple bucket test: fill a bucket to the pool water level, place it on the steps, and compare water loss after 24 hours. If the pool loses significantly more than the bucket, you likely have a leak.
How much does pool leak detection cost?
Leak detection pricing depends on the complexity of the pool and plumbing system. Contact us for a quote — we'll walk you through the process and pricing before any work begins.
Can you fix the leak once you find it?
Yes. Prestige handles both detection and repair. Once we locate the leak, we provide a repair estimate and can schedule the fix — whether it's a plumbing repair, shell patch, fitting replacement, or light housing seal.
How long does leak detection take?
Most residential leak detection appointments take 1–3 hours depending on the pool size and complexity. We'll have answers the same day in most cases.
Will you need to dig up my yard to find the leak?
Not usually. Our electronic detection equipment can locate underground leaks without excavation. If a buried pipe does need repair, we minimize excavation to the smallest area possible and restore the site afterward.
Think Your Pool Has a Leak?
Don't wait for the problem to get worse. Schedule a professional leak detection appointment and get answers fast.