06/01/2026
Think you might have an underground leak? Here's how to know for sure β before it becomes a very expensive problem. π§
Underground leaks are sneaky. You can't see them, but they're costing you money every single day they go undetected. Here's what to look for and how professionals find them.
Wet spots or unusually green patches in your yard β especially when it hasn't rained β are one of the first signs. Water has to go somewhere, and it often surfaces in the softest part of your yard above the leak.
Your water meter is running when nothing is on. Turn off every faucet, appliance, and irrigation line in your home. Then check your meter. If the dial is still moving, water is leaving your system somewhere it shouldn't be.
Auditory detection is exactly what it sounds like. Professionals use listening devices that can pick up the sound of water moving through soil underground β even through concrete slabs. It's one of the most accurate non-invasive methods available.
Pressure testing isolates sections of your plumbing to identify exactly where the pressure is dropping. This narrows down the location of the leak without unnecessary digging.
Dye testing is used in specific situations β particularly around fixtures, toilets, and connections β to trace where water is traveling once it leaves the pipe.
If your water bill has gone up for no clear reason, don't ignore it. Give us a call and we'll find out what's going on.
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