Pipe repair
Water leak detection
Leak detection finds hidden water leaks in walls, floors, slabs and underground lines using meter tests, pressure tests, acoustic listening equipment and thermal imaging, so only the necessary area is opened for repair.
- Typical time
- One to three hours.
- Repair or replace
- Detection first; repair only what's found.
A spike in your utility bill is often the first sign. Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley utilities show usage history that helps spot a leak.
Finding the exact spot keeps repairs small and limits drywall and flooring damage.
Leak Detection at a glance
- What it is
- Leak detection finds hidden water leaks in walls, floors, slabs and underground lines using meter tests, pressure tests, acoustic listening equipment and thermal imaging, so only the necessary area is opened for repair..
- Service category
- Pipe Repair & Repiping
Signs you need hidden leak help
- Water bill higher than usual
- Meter moves with everything off
- Warm spots on floors
- Damp or stained drywall
- Sound of running water
Quick answers
Leak Detection: the short version
How long leak detection takes
One to three hours.
When hidden leak can wait, and when it can't
Soon; hidden leaks cause mold and damage.
Fix or replace hidden leak?
Detection first; repair only what's found.
Why hidden leak happens
Pinholes, failed fittings, underground breaks.
The work
How leak detection is done
- 1
Meter test
Confirm a leak exists and whether it's inside or outside.
- 2
Isolate
Pressure test sections.
- 3
Pinpoint
Acoustic and thermal tools find the spot.
What moves the price of leak detection
Driven by home size and whether the leak is underground.
- Size of the home
- Underground vs. interior
- Repair after detection
Leak Detection: common questions
How do I check for a leak myself?
Turn off all water, note the meter reading, wait an hour without using water, and check again. Movement means a leak.
Can a toilet cause a high water bill?
Yes. A running toilet is one of the most common hidden water wasters.
Service area
Leak Detection across Northern Colorado
Related
Services often paired with leak detection
Emergency Leak Repair
Emergency leak repair stops water that's actively escaping, from a failed supply line, a cracked fitting, a leaking valve or a split pipe, and makes a permanent repair so water can be turned back on.
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Water Service Line Repair
Water service line repair fixes or replaces the buried pipe that brings water from the meter or curb stop into your house.
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Whole-House Repiping
Repiping replaces a home's water supply lines, usually failing galvanized steel, polybutylene or pitted copper, with new PEX or copper, restoring pressure and removing the risk of repeated leaks.
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Call about a hidden leak
Pinholes, failed fittings, underground breaks.