Pool Leak Detection & Repair in Lexington, SC

Is your pool losing water? All pools lose some water to evaporation, but if you’re adding water more than once a week or noticing your water level dropping noticeably between days, you likely have a leak. Pool leaks don’t fix themselves, and ignoring them leads to higher water bills, chemical waste, potential structural damage, and eroded soil around your pool.

Sands Pool Care provides professional leak detection and repair services in Lexington, SC and the Midlands. We use a systematic approach to locate the source of the leak and provide lasting repairs.

Signs Your Pool May Have a Leak

• Water level drops more than 1/4 inch per day (beyond normal evaporation)
• You’re adding water to your pool more than once a week
• Soggy or eroded areas in the yard around the pool
• Air bubbles in the return lines or pump basket
• Cracks in the pool shell or deck
• Constantly running autofill system
• Difficulty maintaining chemical balance (especially chlorine dropping rapidly)

Our Leak Detection Process

The Bucket Test

If you’re not sure whether you have a leak or just normal evaporation, we start with a bucket test. This simple comparison method isolates evaporation from actual water loss and gives us a definitive answer.

Equipment and Plumbing Inspection

Many leaks occur at equipment connections, valves, and plumbing fittings rather than in the pool shell itself. We perform a thorough inspection of all accessible equipment and plumbing.

Pressure Testing

For suspected underground plumbing leaks, we use pressure testing to isolate which line is losing pressure, narrowing down the leak location without unnecessary excavation.

Dye Testing

For suspected shell leaks around fittings, lights, skimmers, or visible cracks, we use dye testing to pinpoint the exact location where water is escaping.

Leak Repair

Once we’ve located the leak, we’ll explain the repair options and provide a clear quote. Repair methods vary depending on the location and severity — from simple fitting replacements and patching to more involved plumbing repairs. We use quality materials and proven techniques to ensure the repair lasts.

Don’t Wait on a Pool Leak

A small leak today becomes a big (and expensive) problem tomorrow. If you suspect your pool is losing water, call Sands Pool Care at (803) 843-0745 or request a quote online. We’ll get to the bottom of it.