Where does water from a leaking pool go?

The filtered water returns to the pool through the jet (or return) inlets. The plumbing that returns the water from the filter to the pool is often referred to as return plumbing. Most of a pool’s plumbing system is underground.

Can a leaking pool cause a sinkhole?

A sinkhole can occur whether you have an inground pool or an above-ground pool. A pool that is allowed to leak into the foundation underneath can lead to a very large, very dangerous sinkhole. In fact, leaking water is the main cause of a sinkhole. Sinkholes start developing a long time before they actually appear.

How do you know if your pool is leaking main?

So, if you see that you pressure quickly drops to 2 psi, it’s likely that there’s a leak in the main drain line somewhere between 4′ – 5′ under the water level of the pool. If there is a leak in the section of the line at or above the water level of the pool, you’ll see a quick drop to 0 psi.

Is it normal for a pool to lose water?

On average, swimming pools lose about a quarter of an inch of water each day, yet variations in wind intensity, humidity and sunlight can drastically change water loss rates.

What happens if a pool leaks?

Leaks in the framework of your pool can allow soil and other debris into your pool, constantly unbalancing your pH levels and prohibit your pool from staying clean. Additionally, this can lead to bacteria and algae growing in your pool!

How serious is a pool leak?

A simple leak the size of a pencil tip can result in hundreds of gallons of water lost per day. In addition to the replacement cost of the water, leaks in your pool will increase chemical demands and when untreated, will ultimately lead to more serious structural and even mechanical problems.

How deep are pool pipes buried?

How Deep Should Pool Plumbing Pipes be Buried? Your plumbing lines should be about 2 ft underground to protect them from surface soil slip and shift and from freezing temperatures.

Is my pool leaking or evaporating?

If the water went down a similar amount in the pool as well as the bucket, then you lost water due to evaporation. If it went down more in the skimmer and not much at all in the bucket then you have a pool leaking. If the pool loses water only when running, it indicates a leak on the pressure side.

How often do you add water to your pool?

This will vary depending upon several factors including: weather, if the pool is covered or not, bather load, and if it is heated or not. With pools that are covered, a good rule of thumb is that they should not have to be refilled more often than once every 2 weeks.

Is it expensive to fix a pool leak?

The national average price to repair a pool pipe leak ranges from $600 to $1,400, with most homeowners paying around $900 to repair a leaking pipe. At the low end, you could spend as little as $175 fixing a light leak. At the high end of the spectrum, you could pay $5,000 or more to repair a crack down the beam.

Do you have a leaking pool?

Leaking water is actually the most common cause of sinkholes! If you suspect you may have a leak in your pool, give us a call now! If you have a major spike in your water bill, it may be the sign of a leaky pool. If it is not your pool that is leaking, then this is a tell-tale sign it’s elsewhere in your home.

Leaking water eroding the soil could easily cause a sinkhole. Leaking water is actually the most common cause of sinkholes! If you suspect you may have a leak in your pool, give us a call now!

Is your Scottsdale or Mesa pool leaking?

Whether your Scottsdale pool itself is damaged or your Phoenix or Mesa home has a leaking pipe or the plumbing lines to the pool are leaking, the repair must be addressed as soon as possible. Many pool owners mistakenly believe a leak would be obvious. However, most leaks are not obvious, until they are of major concern.

Who needs leak detectors for pools?

Leak Science is available to perform a leak inspection for homeowners’ pools, commercial pools, and spas. Aside from homeowners, pool professionals and real estate agents can also benefit from the expert care and attention of a true leak detector.