Call (725) 350-7071 any time, day or night, or use the form below.
Signs of a leak
- A water bill that jumps with no change in use
- Stains or soft spots on walls and ceilings
- The sound of running water when everything is off
- Wet or unusually green spots in the yard
- The water meter moving with all fixtures off
Leak detection and repair
We confirm the leak, narrow down where it is, and repair it with as small an opening as possible. Leaks we repair include pinhole leaks in copper lines, failed fittings, supply lines to fixtures and leaks under the slab.
Pipe repair
We repair and replace damaged sections of water and drain pipe. If a line keeps leaking, replacing it is usually more reliable than patching it again.
Main water line repair
The main line runs from the meter to the house. Leaks show up as wet spots in the yard, low pressure throughout the house, or a meter that won't stop moving. We locate and repair or replace the line.
Outdoor plumbing
We repair outdoor plumbing, including hose bibs and exterior lines. Irrigation lines leak often in desert landscaping; we can help find where the water is going.
Leak sources common in desert homes
Pinhole leaks in copper supply lines
Copper lines in valley homes can develop tiny pinholes over time, often in hot-water lines or where the pipe runs through a wall or slab. The first sign may be a damp patch of drywall or a hissing sound at night. Repeated pinholes in the same home suggest the copper is wearing out, and repiping a section may be more reliable than patching.
Slab leak warning signs on tile floors
A hot-water slab leak can make a section of tile feel warm under bare feet, and you may hear water running with every fixture off. Cracked grout lines and a constantly running water heater are other hints. We confirm the leak with the meter test first, then narrow down the spot before deciding between a repair and rerouting the line.
Irrigation and drip system leaks in xeriscaped yards
Desert landscaping often relies on drip emitters and buried poly tubing, which crack, pop loose or get chewed. Since rock and gravel hide the water, a leak can run for weeks. A green, weedy patch in an otherwise dry bed is a clue. Shut off the irrigation valve and watch the meter to tell a yard leak from a house leak.
Low water pressure throughout the house
Pressure that drops everywhere at once can point to a leak in the main line, a failing pressure-reducing valve near where the water enters, or a partly closed shutoff. Scale inside older galvanized pipe also restricts flow. We check pressure at a hose bib and work backward. A drop at only one faucet is usually the aerator; see faucet repair.
Common questions
How can I check for a hidden leak?
Turn off all water, including irrigation, and watch the meter. If it keeps moving, there's a leak somewhere.
Do you repair leaks under the slab?
Yes. We locate the leak first, then either repair it or reroute the line.