24/7Plumbing Leak Detection in Beaverton
Paying for Water You Never Used? Plumbing Leak Detection in Beaverton
Some leaks never drip where you can see them. We track hidden leaks down to the spot, so a repair opens as little of your home as possible.
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About this service
Plumbing Leak Detection for Beaverton homes
Hidden leaks are frustrating because the evidence is indirect. The water bill creeps up, a room smells musty, the meter moves when nothing is running or a patch of flooring feels damp. Somewhere a pipe is leaking, but the water is going into a wall, under a floor or into the ground. According to the EPA's WaterSense program, the average household's leaks can waste more than 9,300 gallons of water a year, and much of that comes from leaks people never see.
Our plumbing leak detection service is about finding that leak without tearing your home apart to look for it. We start with simple checks to confirm there is a leak and narrow down which part of the system it is in, then work toward the exact spot. Once it is found, we explain the repair before anything is opened.
What's included
What Our Plumbing Leak Detection Covers
- Meter and pressure checksWe confirm a leak exists and whether it is on the supply side of your plumbing.
- System isolationWe close valves in sequence to narrow the leak to a zone, line or fixture.
- Toilet and fixture checksSilent toilet leaks and dripping fixtures are ruled in or out early.
- Wall and floor tracingWe trace moisture inside walls, ceilings and floors to the source.
- Yard line checksWe check the line between the meter and the house for underground leaks.
- Repair planOnce found, we explain what fixing the leak involves before any opening is made.
Step by step
How We Handle Your Plumbing Leak Detection
- 1
Read the meter
With every fixture off, a moving meter confirms water is escaping somewhere.
- 2
Narrow it down
We isolate parts of the system to find which line or area holds the leak.
- 3
Pinpoint the spot
We trace the leak to the most precise location possible.
- 4
Explain the fix
We tell you what the repair involves and how much needs to be opened.
Warning signs
Signs You Need Plumbing Leak Detection
When to call
Call if your bill has jumped, your meter moves with everything off or you smell damp with no visible source. Most hidden leaks are not emergencies in the first hour, but they run around the clock and damage builds over time. If you see water coming through a ceiling or wall, that is an active leak and needs our emergency water leak repair right away.
Beaverton homes are served by either the City of Beaverton or Tualatin Valley Water District, and both bill by usage. Comparing a recent bill to the same months last year is a quick way to spot a leak early.
Talk to a local pro- A higher water billUse that rises with no change in habits is the most common sign of a hidden leak.
- A meter that movesA water meter that turns with every tap closed.
- Musty smellsA damp smell in one room, closet or cabinet with no visible water.
- Mold or mildew spotsDark spots on walls, ceilings or baseboards where moisture is building up.
- A toilet that refills on its ownHearing a toilet run briefly when nobody has used it means water is leaking into the bowl.
Questions
Plumbing Leak Detection FAQs
How do I check for a hidden water leak?
Turn off every faucet and water-using appliance, then check your water meter. If it is moving, water is going somewhere. Note the reading, wait an hour without using water and check again.
Can a toilet leak without me seeing water?
Yes. A worn flapper lets water seep from the tank into the bowl silently. Add a few drops of food coloring to the tank and wait 15 minutes. Color in the bowl means a leak.
Will you have to cut open my walls?
Only once the leak is located. The point of leak detection is to find the spot first so that any opening is small and in the right place.
Is a hidden leak an emergency?
Not always, but it should be found soon. Leaks inside walls and under floors can cause rot and mold long before they become visible.
Water Still Running? Call Now.
A real person answers 24/7 and a plumber reaches your Beaverton home the same day. We have been doing exactly this for 28 years.