Leaks
Leak detection
Plumbers find hidden leaks by isolating sections of plumbing and testing them, then pinpointing the spot with acoustic listening, thermal imaging and moisture meters — so only a small, targeted opening is needed for the repair.
- Cause diagnosed first
- Written price before work
- Permits pulled where required
- Urgent calls prioritized
A leak you can't see is still costing you — on the water bill, and in the framing, subfloor or foundation it's soaking.
The goal is to open the wall or floor once, in the right place.
Leak Detection at a glance
- What it is
- Plumbers find hidden leaks by isolating sections of plumbing and testing them, then pinpointing the spot with acoustic listening, thermal imaging and moisture meters — so only a small, targeted opening is needed for the repair..
- Service category
- Leaks
- Where
- 19 towns across the Charlotte metro (NC and York County, SC)
- Urgent service
- Call for current availability — urgent leaks and backups are prioritized.
- Pricing
- Written price after diagnosis, before any work starts.
Signs you need hidden leak help
- Water bill up with no change in use
- Water meter moving with every fixture off
- Damp or stained drywall, ceiling spots
- Warm spot on a slab floor
- Sound of running water when nothing is on
The visit
What the visit involves
- 1
Confirm a leak
Meter test with all fixtures off.
- 2
Isolate
Separate supply from drain, hot from cold, interior from the service line.
- 3
Pinpoint
Acoustic, thermal and moisture tools to narrow the location.
- 4
Repair or refer
Targeted repair, or a written report for your insurer if you're using another contractor.
What affects the cost
We don't publish flat prices for work that depends on what we find. These are the things that move the number — you'll get a written price before any work starts.
- Supply vs. drain leak
- Slab vs. crawl space vs. wall
- Number of lines to isolate
- Repair access and restoration
Before you call
What's safe to try yourself
Safe to do yourself
- •Read the water meter, wait an hour with no water used, read again
- •Check toilets with dye tablets in the tank
Stop and call a plumber if
- •Meter moves and you can't find any drip
- •Stains are spreading
- •Floor is warm or wet on a slab home
Leak Detection: common questions
How do I know if I have a hidden leak?
Turn off every fixture and watch the water meter's leak indicator. If it moves, water is going somewhere. A steadily higher water bill is another common sign.
Can you find a leak without cutting into walls?
Usually we can pinpoint the location before any opening is made, so the repair access is small. Some repairs still require opening drywall or flooring at the leak.
How do I check my water meter for a leak?
Turn off every faucet and water-using appliance, note the meter reading or watch the small leak indicator dial, and wait an hour without using water. Any movement means water is escaping somewhere.
What are signs of a leak behind a wall?
Stained or bubbling paint, soft or warped drywall, musty smell, mold at baseboards, and a meter that moves with everything off. Ceiling stains below bathrooms usually trace to a toilet, tub or shower valve.
Can a small leak cause mold?
Yes. A slow leak inside a wall or under a floor can support mold growth within a day or two once materials stay wet. Finding and stopping the leak quickly matters more than its size.
Service area
Leak Detection across the Charlotte metro
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