Pool Leak Detection in New Braunfels, TX
Losing water faster than evaporation explains, or noticing wet spots near your equipment pad? We locate and repair pool leaks throughout New Braunfels and Comal County — usually without draining the pool.
This is one part of our complete pool maintenance service in New Braunfels, TX.
Signs Your Pool Has a Leak
- Water level drops more than roughly a quarter-inch to half-inch per day (evaporation alone rarely accounts for more than that)
- Wet or soggy spots in the yard near the pool equipment or plumbing lines
- Cracks appearing in the pool deck or tile line
- You’re adding chemicals more often than usual because levels won’t hold steady
- A noticeable rise in your water bill with no other explanation
Common Causes of Pool Leaks
Most pool leaks come from structural cracks in the shell, underground pipe damage, poor waterproofing at fittings, or aging grout around tile lines. In the New Braunfels area specifically, shifting clay soils common to the region can put extra stress on underground plumbing over time, which is part of why leak detection has become a routine service call here rather than a rare one.
How We Find Leaks Without Draining Your Pool
- Bucket test — confirms whether water loss is actually a leak versus normal evaporation.
- Visual and dye testing — checking fittings, returns, skimmers, and light niches for slow leaks.
- Pressure testing — isolating underground plumbing lines to identify which line is losing pressure.
- Equipment pad inspection — pumps, filters, and valves are common (and easier, cheaper) leak points than people expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much water loss is normal for a pool?
Normal evaporation is typically around a quarter-inch to half-inch of water loss per week in most conditions, though intense summer heat can push that higher. Losing more than that, especially day after day, usually points to a leak rather than evaporation.
Do you have to drain the pool to find a leak?
No, in most cases. Dye testing, pressure testing, and equipment inspection can identify the leak’s location without draining. A partial drain is only needed for certain repairs, not for detection itself.
How much does leak detection cost?
Cost depends on the pool size and how difficult the leak is to isolate. We provide a clear estimate before any work begins, so you know what you’re paying for upfront.
What areas do you serve?
We serve New Braunfels, TX (78130, 78132), Canyon Lake, Gruene, Spring Branch, and the rest of Comal County.
Stop Guessing Where the Water Is Going
A slow leak left alone can turn into a much bigger repair. Let’s find it early.
Your partner for reliable, straightforward pool care in New Braunfels.
1220 N Business 35, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Call us (830) 555-0142
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