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Leak Detection Guides
Plain leak detection tips for homes, pools and buildings in Los Angeles and Orange County: what the early signs look like, what you can check yourself and what a technician does next. Each guide is written by the Prime Leak Detection team, based on the leak detection work we do in the field.
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- 01Signs of a Pool Leak: What to Watch ForWhat to watch for before the water level tells you.
- 02Warning Signs of a Slab LeakWarm floors, running water with the taps off and other clues.
- 03Hidden Water Leaks at Home: Where They HideThe places leaks hide in walls, floors and fixtures.
- 04What Thermal Imaging Can (and Can’t) DetectWhat an infrared camera can and can't show you.
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PoolSigns of a Pool Leak: What to Watch For
Every pool loses some water. These are the signs that point to a leak rather than evaporation, and what to check before you call.
PoolPool Leak or Evaporation? How to Tell the Difference
A step-by-step bucket test you can run yourself, how to read the result, and what the pump can tell you about where the water is going.
SlabWarning Signs of a Slab Leak
Warm floors, running water with the taps off and a bill that jumps for no reason. How slab leaks show up, and what to do if water is coming through the floor.
HomeHidden Water Leaks at Home: Where They Hide
Water inside a home rarely shows up where it started. The signs of a hidden leak, and the places leaks hide in walls, floors and fixtures.
HomeWhy Is My Water Bill So High?
A water bill that jumps with no change at home is often the first sign of a hidden leak. How to use your water meter to find out, step by step.
ThermalWhat Thermal Imaging Can (and Can’t) Detect
A thermal camera doesn't see water. It sees heat. What an infrared scan can show about a leak, where it works best, and its limits.