Surprise leak detection
Leak Detection and Slab Leak Repair in Surprise, AZ
Newer homes leak too. We track down hidden leaks in Surprise, from failed fittings under the slab to drip irrigation lines, and repair them without unnecessary damage.
- Slab and wall leaks
- Irrigation and yard lines
- Clear pricing
Leaks in Newer Surprise Homes
A lot of people are surprised to find a slab leak in a house built in the 2000s. But newer homes use plastic piping like PEX and CPVC with fittings that can fail over time, and lines under the slab can rub against gravel or rebar as they expand and contract with temperature.
The most common hidden leaks we find in Surprise are:
- Failed fittings under the slab or in walls. Especially on hot water lines, where heat stresses plastic.
- Brittle CPVC. CPVC can become brittle with age and heat, and it can crack.
- Irrigation leaks. Drip systems and valves in the yard are easy to overlook.
- The line from the meter to the house. A buried service line leak often shows up as a soggy spot or just a high bill.
Alex & Bros Plumbing finds these leaks and repairs them with as little disruption as possible.
Signs of a Hidden Leak
- Your water bill jumped and your usage did not change
- The meter’s leak indicator moves when everything is off
- Warm spots on tile or wood floors
- The sound of running water when nothing is on
- Damp carpet, swollen baseboards or musty odors
- Soggy areas in the yard, or gravel that sinks
Quick test: shut off irrigation at the controller and turn off all faucets. If the meter still moves, the leak is in the house or the service line.
Repairing Leaks in Surprise
For slab leaks, we either repair at the leak by opening a small section of floor, or reroute the line through the walls or attic. For newer homes where the rest of the plumbing is sound, a spot repair often makes sense. If the problem is a type of fitting that is failing throughout the house, a reroute or partial repipe may be smarter. Our Surprise repiping page covers that.
Buried service line leaks are fixed by replacing the damaged section or the whole line from meter to house. More on our full process is on our Peoria leak detection page.
High Pressure and Surprise Leaks
Many Surprise homes have a pressure reducing valve on the main line. When it wears out, pressure in the house climbs. High pressure stresses plastic fittings, braided supply lines and water heater connections, and it can turn a small weakness into a leak.
Signs of high pressure include banging pipes, toilets that refill on their own, faucets that drip soon after repair and a water heater relief valve that drips. If you have had several leaks in a short time, we test your pressure. Replacing a failing regulator can prevent the next leak.
Leaks Around the Water Heater
In Surprise garages, water near the water heater is a common call. It could be the tank, a fitting on top, the relief valve, the softener drain, or a hot water line under the slab near the heater. We check each one so you are not replacing a water heater that was not actually leaking.
Why Surprise Neighbors Call Us Back
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.
Have you ever tried replacing your tub spout and ended up breaking the pipe off inside the wall? When you quit crying call Alex. He did a great job and saved the day. Thanks Alex!
Andy Anderson
Surprise Leak Detection FAQs
Can a house built in 2005 have a slab leak?
Yes. Fitting failures, abrasion and heat stress can cause leaks in newer plastic piping.
How do I tell if the leak is in my irrigation?
Turn off irrigation at the controller and check the meter. If it stops moving, the leak is in the irrigation system.
Does my HOA need to know about a slab leak repair?
Usually not for interior work. If exterior digging is needed, it is good to let them know. We can help with that.
Is CPVC pipe a problem?
It can become brittle with age and heat. If you have had cracks, replacing it may be the better option.
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