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Pool Leak Detection & Repair Services DMV

Clear answers. Precise testing.
Practical repair options.

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Pressure testing  •  Structural dye testing  •  Clear upfront pricing

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TRUE BLUE'S SIGNATURE FULL LEAK DETECTION

Many pools have more than one leak, so we make sure to test the whole pool, rather than leave once we find the first leak. See the whole process on the services list.

$750

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SINGLE ITEM TEST

If you have isolated the leak to a certain area of our pool, either by yourself or with our help, this is likely the best choice for you. If you are certain the leak is structural (i.e. a crack in the pool or tear in the liner), we can come perform a dye only to find the leak. If you are likewise certain the leak is in your suction lines or return lines, we can come and test that line only.

$395

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POTENTIAL EXTRA COSTS

-Commercial Pools
-Infinity edge pool
-Floor cleaner jet system
-Out of range trip charge
-Multiple Pump Systems

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WHY TRUE BLUE
Pool & Spa Leak Detection for Maryland, Washington DC & Northern Virginia

Pools in the DMV experience a very different environment from pools in warmer parts of the country. Seasonal openings and closings, winter weather, freeze-thaw cycles, older plumbing systems, and a wide variety of pool construction types can all contribute to leaks that aren't immediately obvious.

True Blue Leak Detection DMV specializes in finding those problems without unnecessary demolition. We combine pressure testing, electronic listening equipment, dye testing, visual inspection, and systematic isolation to determine where water is escaping.

Leak Problems We Commonly Find in the DMV

Leaks that appear after winter
A pool that held water normally one season may behave very differently after winter. Plumbing, fittings, equipment, and structural components can all be affected by seasonal conditions.

Underground plumbing failures
Return, suction, cleaner, and other buried pool lines can be tested individually so the suspected problem area can be narrowed before repair work begins.

Leaks around lights, skimmers, returns, and fittings
Pool-shell penetrations are frequent testing points because small failures around these components can cause continuous water loss.

Older pools with multiple possible leak sources
The DMV has a wide range of pool ages and construction styles. On older systems, it's particularly important to test systematically rather than assuming the first visible problem is the only leak.

Our goal is to give homeowners a clear diagnosis—not simply tell them that their pool is leaking. The more precisely the source can be identified, the less unnecessary digging, guessing, and repair work should be required.

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POOL LEAK DETECTION SERVICES

Leak Detection
Full Swimming Pool Leak Detection

Our Leak Detection consists of a two-step process of dye testing and pressure testing. The dye test is where we examine your pool’s structure for leaks with a special dye for pools. These leaks are typically in places like your tile line, spa spillway, jet fittings, pool lights, and cracks. We also pressurize your underground pipes. We use special plugs to isolate the different lines running under your pool, and through either the ear or our high-tech sonar equipment, we can hear where your pipe break is underground. You will leave this detection with a better understanding of what is going on with your pool.

pool leak repairs
Pool Leak Repairs

After we diagnose the source of your swimming pool or spa leak, your technician will consult you about the best course of action to take to fix your pool. Our technicians do all of your repairs with no outsourcing. After we have your approval, we will repair your leak. After we repair your leak, we will re-test the repair to ensure everything is back to normal. Thus leaving you with peace of mind knowing the leak has been fixed.

pool leak dye test
Pool Leak Dye Test

Similar to the Single Line Test, the dye test checks all cracks and potential trouble areas of your pool using our dye syringe. Dye tests typically don’t take as long as the pool leak detection cost is less. And just like the single line test, if the dye test shows no leaks, we will do a full leak detection on your pool to get the source of your spa or pool leak. Even if you’ve tried to perform a dye test on your own, you may still benefit from this service. Dye testing is very tricky and temperamental. Sometimes, a crack in a pool can seem to leak one minute and stop the next. A trained professional has his or her eye set on noticing certain cracks and understanding water flow behavior.

HOW WE FIND YOUR POOL LEAK

A proven process. Advanced tools. Clear answers.

1. INSPECT

We inspect the pool, equipment, water level, and visible areas for clues.

2. TEST

We test plumbing lines, structures, and suspected systems using state-of-the-art equipment.

3. PINPOINT

We narrow the evidence to the most likely leak location before recommending repair.

4. EXPLAIN

You receive clear findings, practical next steps, and repair options when applicable.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

Pool Bucket Test
Pool Bucket Test

We try our hardest to make sure you have everything you need to survive a pool leak. We think the most important tool a home-owner can have is the knowledge of how to run a bucket test. Check out our comprehensive guide on doing the bucket test, so that you can know for sure if your pool has a leak. Click here to learn how to do a pool bucket test!

Evaporation Calculator
Pool Evaporation Calculator

We’ve developed, what we believe to be, the most accurate pool evaporation calculator. This is a great and easy way to compare your pool water loss with evaporation to help you know if you have a pool leak. It’s simple. Just put your zip code in, and our calculations do the rest! Click here to give it a try.

DIY Leak Tips
True Blue Blog Posts

Learn things like the common signs of pool leaks, how to find a leak yourself, how to winterize your pool, even how to choose a leak detection company. Click here to search through our many blog posts and articles.

Frequently Asked Questions

A consistently dropping water level, unusually high water bills, wet areas around the pool, air in the system, or a bucket test showing abnormal loss can all indicate a leak.

Many residential leak detections can be completed in a single appointment which can last between 1-3 hours, although complex systems or multiple leaks can require additional testing.

In many cases, yes. Your technician will explain what was found and what repair options are available before work proceeds.

Our DMV branch serves pool owners throughout Washington, DC, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, including Washington, DC; Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Kensington, Gaithersburg, Germantown, and Olney, Maryland; and Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, Great Falls, Falls Church, Vienna, Fairfax, Reston, Ashburn, and Springfield, Virginia. If you are elsewhere in the DMV, contact us to confirm service availability.

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