Leak Detection & Leak Repair
Locating swimming pool leaks requires more than guesswork. We use proven diagnostic methods to identify leaks in plumbing and structure—then recommend the most practical repair path.
An Owner’s Perspective
Swimming pool leaks are one of the most misunderstood issues a pool owner can face. Water loss is often blamed on evaporation or equipment, when the real cause can be a concealed leak in the plumbing system or pool structure.
At Smart Management Group, leak detection is a methodical diagnostic process—not guess-and-check. We’ve located leaks in both residential and commercial pools across a wide range of conditions, from simple plumbing failures to complex subsurface or structural issues.
We use a combination of diagnostic tools depending on symptoms and pool configuration, including: listening devices, dye tests, endoscopic inspections, and pressure / vacuum testing to verify the integrity of individual lines before repair.
A key fact most pool owners don’t realize: most plumbing-related leaks are found within a few feet of the pool structure. In many cases, the failure point is near elbows, couplers, and transition fittings close to the shell—especially when ground shifts over time. Freeze breaks can happen too, but they are not always the cause.
Once we isolate the leak source, we recommend a repair plan that makes sense—often staged to avoid unnecessary excavation. After each repair stage, we re-test the line to confirm results before proceeding further.
Prepared by:
Yavor Dragnev, Owner
Smart Management Group LLC
Plumbing Diagnostics
Pressure and vacuum testing isolates skimmers, returns, main drains, and dedicated lines to determine which line is failing and where to focus the repair.
Structural & Fitting Checks
Dye testing and close inspection help confirm leaks at fittings, penetrations, skimmers, returns, lights, and structural transition points.
Endoscopic Inspection
When appropriate, we use endoscopic cameras to visually examine sections of pipe and fittings and confirm suspected damage before invasive work.
Repair & Verification
After repair, we re-test to confirm the line holds pressure and the leak is resolved. Staged repair plans reduce unnecessary excavation and cost.