Is your pool leaking?
Pool Leak Detection & Repair Dallas – Fort Worth, TX
We find what others miss — using pressure testing, acoustic detection, and dye analysis. Same-day written report. Written warranty on every repair.
Our Pool Repair Warranties
Every repair includes a written warranty — some of the strongest in Texas.
Applies to all structural stabilization and pier work on pool foundations experiencing soil movement or settlement.
Covers all repaired sections of underground plumbing — skimmer lines, return lines, main drain, and water feature piping.
Covers all sealing work on skimmer throats, return fittings, light niches, and any shell penetration where a seal repair was performed.
DFW's Most Trusted
Pool Leak Detection Company
- We're regularly called in after other companies have already failed to find the leak — and we find it.
- Our process of elimination diagnostic method delivers accurate results — every time, on every pool.
- Precision equipment: dye testing, pressure testing, and acoustic detection — used on every job.
- For complex structural failures, we collaborate with licensed Texas Professional Engineers.
- Trusted by licensed home inspectors across DFW during the home buying process.
- Specialists in structural leak diagnostics and crack detection in pools affected by Texas soil movement.
- 550+ five-star reviews across DFW — from homeowners, home inspectors, and engineers.
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Our Pool Repair Services
Detection, repair, remodel, and deck — all in one company.
Pool Leak Detection
Constantly refilling your pool? Our advanced tests pinpoint leaks with precision — saving you time, money, and water.
Pool Repair
Cracks, broken pipes, failing skimmers, and structural movement — we repair it in-house, with written warranties on every job.
Pool Remodel
Worn plaster, outdated tile, failing coping, or a pool that needs a full reset — we assess the condition properly and remodel it the right way.
Concrete Pool Deck
We repair, replace, and resurface pool decks across DFW with written warranties on every job.
Pool Demolition
Done with your pool? We demolish it completely — shell, plumbing, deck — and restore the yard so you can use the space again.
How It Works
Service Call
Call or book online. We confirm the appointment and send a reminder before arrival.
Diagnostic
Pressure testing, dye testing, acoustic detection, and equipment pad inspection — every system checked.
Written Report
You receive a clear written diagnosis before we leave — pass/fail per line, every failure documented.
Repair Estimate
A straight written quote based on confirmed findings. No guesswork, no inflated scope.
Written Warranty
We fix it and hand you a written warranty before we leave — lifetime, 3-year pipe, or 3-year seal.
The Diagnostic Standard
Other Companies Skip
Choosing the right pool repair company makes all the difference. Here's why homeowners choose us again and again.
- We diagnose first — no guessing, no upselling work you don't need.
- Our technicians specialize in structural leak diagnostics, crack evaluation, and foundation movement analysis.
- For complex structural pool failures, we work with a licensed Texas Professional Engineer.
- Repairs explained clearly before work begins — no surprises, no scope creep.
- Licensed, insured, and accountable to every written warranty we issue.
From hairline cracks to failed underground plumbing
We diagnose and repair what other companies miss. Every repair backed by a written warranty.
Pool Leak Detection & Repair — FAQ
Answers to the questions DFW homeowners ask us most.
The most reliable method is the bucket test — but there are clear warning signs too. Losing 1 inch of water can mean up to 200 gallons lost in just a few days. Even in Dallas's extreme heat, we have clients who go five months without noticeable water loss.
If you're refilling your pool daily or several times a week, it's time to call a pool leak detection professional.
- Refilling your pool 1–3 times per week
- Unexpectedly high water bills
- Chemical levels constantly going out of balance
- Recurring green, yellow, or black algae
- Your pump sucking air
- Water running into a neighbor's yard or down the alley
If you notice any of these, schedule an inspection with a professional leak detection service immediately.
After 13 years of locating leaks across DFW, most leaks occur at penetration points in the pool shell:
- Pool light niches
- Return fittings
- Main drain buckets
- Skimmer throats
- Any area where the pool shell has been penetrated
Builders seal these points with glue, grout, or rubber — but those materials deteriorate over time, especially when exposed to chlorine, acid, or shock. Left unrepaired, leaks at these points can wash out soil, weaken concrete, and lead to foundation movement.
We use several proven technologies:
- Pressure testing
- Dye testing
- Electronic listening / acoustic detection devices
- Ground probing
But tools are only part of the answer — experience is everything. We're regularly called in after other companies have failed to find the leak using the same equipment. Our "process of elimination leak detection method" consistently delivers accurate results where others can't.
Yes — absolutely. Unrepaired leaks can wash away soil, weaken the pool structure, crack concrete and foundations, and cause underground plumbing damage. If not caught early, repairs can escalate to require:
- Steel or Teflon staples
- Epoxy injections
- Steel pier foundation repair
- In extreme cases, complete pool removal
We partner with licensed engineers to ensure cracked pools are repaired correctly the first time. Pool staples have a 50% failure rate — which is why we rarely recommend them as a first option.
Leak detection typically costs between $275 and $1,500 depending on the size and complexity of the pool. Detection is the diagnosis — it does not fix the leak.
Repairs range from $250 to $10,000 depending on severity. Our average repair runs around $2,500. We only recommend working with companies that both detect and repair — that's how you actually stop the leak, backed by a warranty.
Typically, no. Insurance doesn't cover leak detection or repairs unless the damage results from a catastrophic event — fire, hail, tornado, or similar. Standard wear, deterioration, and plumbing failure are not covered.
Almost always worth repairing. A new pool in Texas costs upwards of $85,000 — plus financing interest over many months and a 7–9 month build timeline. Older pools are often built to a higher standard than many of today's builds.
Preserving and repairing your existing pool is almost always the smarter, more cost-effective choice.
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Serving The Dallas – Fort Worth Area
We operate multiple locations across DFW — with teams serving communities throughout the entire metroplex.