Phoenix leak detection
Leak Detection and Repair in Phoenix, AZ
From galvanized pipe corroding inside the walls of older Phoenix homes to copper pinholes under newer slabs, we find leaks and repair them with as little damage as possible.
- Older and newer homes
- Slab, wall and yard leaks
- Available 24/7
Phoenix Leaks by Home Age
Phoenix homes span decades, and the kind of leak you are likely to have depends on when your home was built.
1950s and 1960s homes, like much of Maryvale, often have galvanized steel water lines. Galvanized corrodes at threaded joints and from the inside out. Leaks tend to show up inside walls, as stains, bubbling paint or damp baseboards.
1970s through 1990s homes usually have copper under the slab. Pinhole leaks on hot water lines are the classic problem, felt as warm spots on the floor.
Newer homes use PEX or CPVC. Fittings and connections are the weak points.
In every era, the buried line from the water meter to the house can also leak, and irrigation is always a suspect.
Our Process
- Confirm the leak at the meter with everything off.
- Isolate the yard. Close the house main. If the meter still moves, the leak is in the service line or irrigation.
- Split hot and cold inside the house.
- Pinpoint the location with pressure testing and by listening along the lines and checking for heat and moisture.
- Show you the options before any wall or floor is opened.
Most of the service line from the meter to the house is typically the homeowner’s responsibility, while the meter itself belongs to the city. If we find the leak is on the city’s side, we will tell you so you can call them instead of paying us.
Repair Options
Wall leaks in older homes are usually repaired by opening the wall at the leak and replacing the damaged section. If the rest of the galvanized pipe is in bad shape, repiping is often the better long-term choice. See our Phoenix repiping page.
Slab leaks are either spot repaired through the floor or rerouted through the walls or attic.
Service line leaks are fixed by replacing the damaged section or the whole line.
For more on our approach, see our main Peoria leak detection page.
Mold, Walls and Older Phoenix Homes
Slow leaks inside walls are especially common in older Phoenix homes with galvanized pipe. Because the water never shows up on the floor, a wall leak can run for months. The signs are subtle at first: paint that bubbles or peels, baseboards that swell, a musty smell in a closet, or drywall that feels soft.
Left alone, a wall leak can rot framing and feed mold. When we find one, we open the wall only where needed, repair the pipe, and leave the area open to dry before it is patched.
If you see these signs near a bathroom, kitchen or laundry room, it is worth a call. In older homes, we also check the rest of the visible plumbing to see whether the pipe is near the end of its life.
Real Reviews for Phoenix Homeowners
Wow! I have owned several homes and have use trades extensively. Alex was the best experience I have had across the board, communications, speed, expertise.
I had a water main leak on a holiday weekend. Contacted Alex and he arrived within an hour. The pipe was deep and a lot of dirt and rocks had to be removed. Alex carefully removed the ornamental rocks, used a tarp to contain the dirt and when finished the yard looked like new.
Thank you Alex
Petebytes
Great service. Alex is professional and thorough. He changed my osmosis filters. After he left I noticed a small leak. He responded quickly and came right back to fix it. Nice man. I highly recommend.
Mary M.
Phoenix Leak Detection FAQs
Is the leak my responsibility or the City of Phoenix’s?
Generally, the line from the meter to your home is yours, and the meter and street side are the city’s. We will tell you which side the leak is on.
How do I know if my Phoenix home has galvanized pipe?
Look at exposed pipe near the water heater or main shutoff. Galvanized is gray metal with threaded fittings.
Can wall leaks cause mold?
Yes. Slow leaks inside walls can lead to mold growth. Finding them early matters.
Do you do leak detection at night in Phoenix?
For active leaks causing damage, yes, 24/7.
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