Leak Detection in Melbourne, FL

Signs You May Have a Slab Leak

Most homes in Melbourne and across Brevard County are built on concrete slabs, with water lines running underneath. When one of those pipes leaks, the water stays hidden under your floor, sometimes for months. Watch for these warning signs:

• Warm spots on the floor: A warm patch on tile or wood floors often points to a leaking hot water line under the slab.
• A water bill that jumps for no reason: If your usage hasn’t changed but your bill has, water may be escaping somewhere you can’t see. Learn more in our guide on why your water bill is suddenly high.
• Lower water pressure: A leak lets water escape before it reaches your faucets and shower.
• A water meter that moves when everything is off: If the meter keeps spinning with every fixture shut off, water is going somewhere.
• Damp carpet, cracked tile, or a musty smell: Moisture coming up through the slab can damage flooring and lead to mold.
• The sound of running water: Hearing water when nothing is on is one of the clearest signs of a hidden leak.

If you notice even one of these signs, don’t wait. The sooner a leak is found, the less damage it can do to your floors, walls, and foundation.

If this is an active emergency with flooding, please visit our 24/7 Emergency Plumbing page immediately.

How Our Non-Invasive Detection Works

Leak detection is a specialized diagnostic service. Our goal is to give you the precise information you need to make an informed decision about repairs. Our licensed technicians use a multi-step process to pinpoint issues behind walls, under slabs, or underground:

• Acoustic Listening: We use specialized electronic listening equipment designed to detect the distinct sound of water escaping pressurized pipes, even through concrete slabs.

• Meter Verification: We rigorously check your water meter to confirm water usage when all fixtures are isolated.

• System Isolation: We test different sections of your plumbing (hot lines, cold lines, main service lines) to narrow down the specific area of the leak.

• Thermal & Temperature Tools: When helpful, we use temperature-sensing tools to identify temperature variances that indicate hidden moisture.

• Visual Inspection: We inspect all accessible plumbing fixtures and visible piping for signs of failure.

Diagnostic vs. Repair: What to Expect

To ensure total transparency, we separate the Search from the Fix.

Important Information for Homeowners

• Non-Destructive Promise: We aim to be as non-invasive as possible. We do not cut concrete, walls, or flooring during the detection phase.

• Accuracy: While results can be affected by pipe depth, material (PVC vs. Copper), and soil conditions, our advanced tools provide the best possible location data to minimize the scope of the repair.

• Next Steps: Once we confirm the leak, we will explain our findings, show you exactly what we discovered, and provide a clear estimate for the solution.

What Happens After We Find the Leak?

Once we’ve pinpointed the leak, we’ll walk you through your repair options. The right choice depends on where the leak is, how old your pipes are, and whether more leaks are likely down the road.

• Spot repair: For a single leak in otherwise healthy pipe, we may open a small section of the slab or wall and fix just that spot.
• Attic PEX reroute: Instead of breaking up your floors, we can bypass the leaking line under the slab and run new, flexible PEX pipe through the attic and down inside the walls. For many homes, this is less disruptive than digging through concrete.
• Whole-home repiping: If your pipes are aging and leaks keep coming back, repiping your home may be the longest-lasting fix.
• Water line replacement: If the leak is in the main line between your meter and your house, water line replacement restores reliable water service.
• Sewer line leaks: For damaged sewer lines, trenchless pipe repair can often fix the problem without digging up your yard.

No matter which option fits your home, you’ll get a clear estimate before any repair work begins.

Leak Detection FAQs