Detection and repair
We find the leak and fix it—not find it only.
Pinpointed first
Non-invasive leak detection Statesboro GA—the leak is narrowed down before anything is opened.
Statesboro based
A local leak detection company in Statesboro, GA.
Emergency help
24/7 leak detection Statesboro—for leaks that cannot wait.
Signs You May Have This Leak
If any of these sound familiar, it is worth checking. A slab leak does not fix itself—and the longer it runs, the more damage it does below the floor.
1.
Warm spot on the floor
A warm or hot patch on tile or hard flooring often means a hot water line is leaking under the slab.
2.
Water bill suddenly high
Water running under the slab around the clock pushes the bill up even though your use has not changed.
3.
Damp floor or wet spot on floor
Flooring that feels damp, warps, or lifts can sit above a slab leak.
4.
Sound of running water when nothing is on
Hearing water running but no tap on, especially at night, points to water escaping under the floor.
5.
Crack in floor or wall
Shifting, water-softened ground under the slab can show up as new cracks.
6.
Water meter keeps running
A meter moving when water is off confirms water is being lost somewhere—the slab is a common place.
Quick questions
Is a slab leak an emergency?
It should be treated as urgent. Water under the slab can soften the ground supporting it and damage flooring. If water is spreading or the floor is getting wetter, treat it as an emergency and call straight away.
Can you find a slab leak without breaking the floor?
In most cases, yes. Acoustic leak detection narrows the leak to a small area first, so only the part of the floor above the leak is opened for the repair.
What Causes It
Most slab leaks come from one of three causes.
Pipe corrosion
Water quality and the age of the line wear pipes from the inside until they start to leak.
Shifting clay soil
Expansive clay soil dries, shrinks, and moves with the seasons, stressing lines under the slab.
High water pressure and wear
Pressure above what the pipes are rated for, plus years of use, can wear their way through.
Why the Statesboro area is hard on this
- Slab-on-grade construction is common, so these lines run over a moving clay surface.
- Clay soil, rain, and tree roots put pipes under stress here.
- The climate and conditions here mean pipes work harder than they do elsewhere—and leaks can appear when you least expect them.
Repair or Replace?
Once the leak is found and the line is seen, the choice is between repairing it and replacing the section. A line with one leak and plenty of life left can be repaired. A corroded line, or a section that has leaked before, should be replaced—that stops the same leak from coming back and causing damage again.
How it works
- Call first. We ask about the signs and the house, and arrange the visit.
- We listen first. Acoustic listening and pressure testing are used to narrow the leak down.
- We confirm pinpoint. Then the leak is found and marked before any floor is opened.
- We repair and re-check. The repair is done, the line is re-checked, and you are told what happened.
What a Lasting Repair Includes
A lasting repair is more than stopping the drip. It means the cause is dealt with, the repair is tested, and the leak is confirmed gone.
- Find the cause, not just the leak. We repair the part of the line that caused the leak.
- Pipe re-check. The line is pressure-tested and checked again to confirm the leak has stopped.
- The right repair for the pipe. We use the repair that fits the pipe and the leak, so it is done once and done properly.
- The repair is tested and we check it together. We test the repair and check that the leak is gone before leaving.
- No half-measure. If the line is too worn to repair properly, we say so, and the price is explained.
- Written work. You are left with a clear record of what was found, how it was repaired, and what to watch for.
What Affects the Cost?
Slab leak repair costs depend on where the leak is, how deep it is, and what needs to be opened. A leak located first narrows the repair to a smaller patch.
What to expect when you call
Three steps, in order.
1
What happens on the call
You describe the signs and the house; if water is still running, we talk you through turning the water off.
2
What happens on the visit
The leak is confirmed, the detection method is chosen, and the area is located.
3
What happens after the repair
The line is pressure-tested and checked again to confirm the leak has stopped.
Related Services
Related services: Water Leak Detection · Sewer Leak Detection · Hidden Wall Leak Detection · Burst Pipe Repair · Emergency Leak Detection
Service Areas
Leak detection for slabs is provided in: Olde Towne, Kingswood, Oakcrest, Foxlake, Lakeview Estates.
See all areas →Slab Leak Detection Questions
Slab leak questions we hear across Statesboro, GA —how detection works, what it costs, and how the floor is kept intact.
How does slab leak detection work?
The water meter and shut off points are checked first, pressure testing is used to confirm a leak, and acoustic equipment is used to hear where the leak is strongest under the floor. This is non-invasive leak detection Statesboro GA, no hole is drilled into the slab to find it.
How much does slab leak detection cost?
It depends on how the leak is located and how much floor must be opened to repair it. The visit and detection come first, and repair options are priced once the leak’s spot is found. For the factors that usually matter, see the cost table above.
How do you fix a slab leak without breaking up the whole floor?
Only the small area above the pinpointed leak is opened. The damaged pipe is repaired, the line is pressure tested, and the repair is checked before the floor is made good. In most cases, only a small area is opened.
Can a slab leak wait?
A slab leak can stay hidden for weeks, deepening the damage. If you have any of the signs on this page, get it checked and do not wait.
Think You Have a Leak in Statesboro?
If any sign on this page sounds familiar, do not wait for the slab to shift or the floor to lift. Call and tell us what you are seeing. The visit, the detection method, and the repair will be clear before any floor is opened.