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Local Entrepreneurs Receives Top Producer Overall for 2008 and 2009 Award at American Leak Detection Conference

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

San Diego, CA (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2010 – Phil and Robin Meckley, owners of American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County, recently received the Top Producer Overall for 2008 and 2009 award during the company’s annual conference. Top Producer Overall award goes the team that has the highest sales within the whole ALD system worldwide.

American Leak Detection’s annual conference took place March 24th – 27th at the Miramonte Spa & Resort in Indian Wells, California. During the four-day event, several franchisees were honored for their milestones during a special awards ceremony.

“It is a great feeling to be honored in front of my fellow franchisees and the entire American Leak Detection team for my hard work and efforts in establishing my local leak detection business,” Phil said. “Running a business can be challenging, but I thank my colleagues and my customers for their continued support.”

Aside from recognizing award recipients, American Leak Detection invited successful entrepreneurs and motivational speakers to the gathering. Keynote Speaker George Hedley, CSP, owner of a successful commercial construction and real estate development company, led a seminar on how to build a business. George founded and built his business from $0 to $50 million in seven years.

Other experts spoke on a wide variety of topics. Moisture Control, Inc. CEO and Owner Hank Bruflodt spoke to attendees about how his business has been helping solve concrete slab moisture and floor problems for over 10 years. Communication and stress management expert Mary Marcdante spoke about how enthusiasm is the core to great leadership. And, Nancy Friedman, known as the “Telephone Doctor,” held a seminar designed to help owners communicate better with customers.

“Our main goal with this year’s conference was to give our franchisees a wealth of information about how they can build success in the leak detection industry,” said Stan Berenbaum, president of American Leak Detection. “We also wanted to put a spotlight on franchisees like Phil and Robin Meckley, who have really excelled in this business. They are examples of what success is all about.”

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection equipment to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to Robin, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

Contact

Phil and Robin Meckley
American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County
Pomona
Orange County
Riverside
South Bay
Hawaii
Houston
760-432-6417

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Local Entrepreneurs Receives Entrepreneur of the Year Award at American Leak Detection Conference

Friday, April 16th, 2010

San Diego, CA (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2010 – Phil and Robin Meckley, owners of American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County, recently received the Entrepreneur of the Year award during the company’s annual conference. This award is conferred upon a team who is currently building a successful business venture. The recipient must exemplify the entrepreneurial spirit that franchising represents. He or she must demonstrate innovative management skills and bea risk taker in a franchise that has been in operation for at least 3 years while remaining active in his or her community. With 25 years experience on the ALD team, running even franchise locations, and continually showing growth, the Meckleys exude entrepreneurship.

American Leak Detection’s annual conference took place March 24th – 27th at the Miramonte Spa & Resort in Indian Wells, California. During the four-day event, several franchisees were honored for their milestones during a special awards ceremony.

“It is a great feeling to be honored in front of my fellow franchisees and the entire American Leak Detection team for my hard work and efforts in establishing my local leak detection business,” Phil said. “Running a business can be challenging, but I thank my colleagues and my customers for their continued support.”

Aside from recognizing award recipients, American Leak Detection invited successful entrepreneurs and motivational speakers to the gathering. Keynote Speaker George Hedley, CSP, owner of a successful commercial construction and real estate development company, led a seminar on how to build a business. George founded and built his business from $0 to $50 million in seven years.

Other experts spoke on a wide variety of topics. Moisture Control, Inc. CEO and Owner Hank Bruflodt spoke to attendees about how his business has been helping solve concrete slab moisture and floor problems for over 10 years. Communication and stress management expert Mary Marcdante spoke about how enthusiasm is the core to great leadership. And, Nancy Friedman, known as the “Telephone Doctor,” held a seminar designed to help owners communicate better with customers.

“Our main goal with this year’s conference was to give our franchisees a wealth of information about how they can build success in the leak detection industry,” said Stan Berenbaum, president of American Leak Detection. “We also wanted to put a spotlight on franchisees like Phil and Robin Meckley, who have really excelled in this business. They are examples of what success is all about.”

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection equipment to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to Robin, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

Contact

Phil and Robin Meckley
American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County
Pomona
Orange County
Riverside
South Bay
Hawaii
Houston
760-432-6417

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Local Entrepreneurs Receives Top Producer Region 2 for 2008 and 2009 Award at American Leak Detection Conference

Friday, April 16th, 2010

San Diego, CA (Grassroots Newswire) April 14, 2010 – Phil and Robin Meckley, owners of American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County, recently received the Top Producer Region 2 for 2008 and 2009 award during the company’s annual conference. Top Producer award goes to those that have the highest sales within their respective region.

American Leak Detection’s annual conference took place March 24th – 27th at the Miramonte Spa & Resort in Indian Wells, California. During the four-day event, several franchisees were honored for their milestones during a special awards ceremony.

“It is a great feeling to be honored in front of my fellow franchisees and the entire American Leak Detection team for my hard work and efforts in establishing my local leak detection business,” Phil said. “Running a business can be challenging, but I thank my colleagues and my customers for their continued support.”

Aside from recognizing award recipients, American Leak Detection invited successful entrepreneurs and motivational speakers to the gathering. Keynote Speaker George Hedley, CSP, owner of a successful commercial construction and real estate development company, led a seminar on how to build a business. George founded and built his business from $0 to $50 million in seven years.

Other experts spoke on a wide variety of topics. Moisture Control, Inc. CEO and Owner Hank Bruflodt spoke to attendees about how his business has been helping solve concrete slab moisture and floor problems for over 10 years. Communication and stress management expert Mary Marcdante spoke about how enthusiasm is the core to great leadership. And, Nancy Friedman, known as the “Telephone Doctor,” held a seminar designed to help owners communicate better with customers.

“Our main goal with this year’s conference was to give our franchisees a wealth of information about how they can build success in the leak detection industry,” said Stan Berenbaum, president of American Leak Detection. “We also wanted to put a spotlight on franchisees like Phil and Robin Meckley, who have really excelled in this business. They are examples of what success is all about.”

American Leak Detection is known as a world leader in the detection of hidden water and sewer leaks. It uses advanced, sophisticated electronic leak detection equipment to fix leaks for all kinds of water systems. According to Robin, the company has found 5,226,578 leaks worldwide since 1974 and counting. American Leak Detection’s primary commitment is to conserve water, the world’s most precious resource.

For more information about American Leak Detection, The Original Leak Specialists Serving San Diego County, contact Phil and Robin Meckley at 760-432-6417.

Contact

Phil and Robin Meckley
American Leak Detection Serving San Diego County
Pomona
Orange County
Riverside
South Bay
Hawaii
Houston
760-432-6417

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Earth Day Water Conservation and Water Efficiency Awareness for Orange County

Thursday, April 15th, 2010

In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd, American Leak Detection of Orange County is encouraging local residents to be concerned and aware of water leak through the house.

“American Leak Detection saves money and saves the planet by fixing leaks”

These are some tips to check yourself for water conservation and water efficiency:
• Check you supply lines, leaky faucets, shower valves, inexpensive washer/valve set through the house (usually under the sinks, in the laundry room and in bathrooms.
• Monitor any increases on your water bill.
• Perform a water meter test to confirm you have no water leaks.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the amount of water leaked from U.S. homes has the potential to exceed more than 1 trillion gallons per year. That’s equivalent to the annual water use of All Southern California from Los Angeles to San Diego.
Phillip Meckey, Owner of American Leak Detection Serving Orange County and Riverside, says just by performing little changes and having awareness around your house can really add up. Here is some examples of how much water local residents can save:

• Homeowners can Save more than 3,000 gallons per year: By fixing any leaky showerheads (one drip per second) and Faucets. A homeowner can easily replace inexpensive valve sets and washers. Also tighten all connection to supply lines, angle stops and all water connections with a wrench.
• Homeowners Can Save $6,300 gallons per month: Check your irrigation and sprinkler system to ensure it was not damaged by earth movement or earthquakes. A leak as small as the thickness of a dime can result in significant water loss.
• Save over 18,000 gallons per year: Homeowners also should switch to a low-flush, water sense labeled toilet. A family of four could save $2,000 in water and wastewater bills over the toilets lifetime just by installing these toilets, according to a EPA report.
• Save 360,000 gallons per year: Even a simple leak the size of a pinhole underground or behind a wall, could leak and waste enough water to fill 12,000 bathtubs

The EPA reports that ten percent of homes have leaks that waste 90 gallons of water or more per day. This predicament requires positive action on behalf of all homeowners, especially families of four of more, which naturally have higher water consumption rates.
 We encourage residents to use our online tools – The Bucket Test for pools and The Meter Test for homes – to help them determine if they may have a leak prior to calling an expert such as American Leak Detection.”

About American Leak Detection
Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Palm Springs, California, American Leak Detection is dedicated to resource protection and eco-friendly services. American Leak Detection is the world leader in the accurate, non-destructive detection of all types of leaks including hidden water and sewer leaks. From swimming pool cracks to concealed plumbing systems, the smallest leak is located with the most advanced, sophisticated electronic devices – without bashing holes in walls or digging up the deck or yard. For the last nine years, American Leak Detection has been ranked #1 in Entrepreneur® magazine’s “Maintenance Products and Services” franchise sector. In February 2008, The Wall Street Journal included American Leak Detection on its list of the 25 top high-performing franchises. For more information on American Leak Detection or service, CALL 800.990.5325 or visit American Leak Detection of Orange County

Contact: Charb Lenoir
Email: Clenoir@aldoc.com
714-836-8477

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Earthquake Leak Detection Safety Pre-cautions for Orange County

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

Earthquakes not only rattles you nerves, it rattles and shakes everything.  Many people do not think about the pipes that are underground are also moving with thousand s of tons of dirt during an earthquake.  These lines can crack, break or even loosen fittings. 

Due to the recent earthquakes American Leak Detection has some pre-caution info for our local residence.  Here are a couple of tips and pre-cautions to check following an earthquake.

Here are a couple of tips and pre-cautions a homeowner can perform themselves following a earthquake.

·         Check the pool for leaks by performing a Bucket Test.  This is a simple test that takes a period of 24 hours.  You will need a 5 gallon bucket, tape or a permanent marker to perform this test.

1.      Place the bucket on the first or second step of the pool.  Ensure that the bucket is immersed in the pool at least five inches. 

2.      Mark the water level inside the bucket with tape or a permanent marker. 

3.      Let the bucket sit for a period of 24 hours. 

4.      After 24 hours, you want to compare the two water levels (inside/out).  The inside of the bucket will represent the normal evaporation rate and the outside of the bucket will represent the how much you pool is losing.  

5.      Measure the two distances and they should be the same.  If they are different, that tells the homeowner how much the pool is losing compared to evaporation, indicating there is a leak.  Call for a Leak detection ASAP. 

·         Check your front “Water Meter” for the house.  This meter is usually by the curb or street and it is either in a plastic or concrete box.  Most times they are marked “Meter”. 

1.      Mark with either tape or a pen the line the meter is currently at.

2.      Left the meter sit for a period of 45 minutes to 1 hour without using any water in the house.

3.      After step 2, check the mark from before.  If it shows that the meter has moved at all within this time with no water being used in the house, there is a leak somewhere.  This means there is a water leak on the domestic or pressurized hot/cold water lines inside or below your house.

4.      If there is no movement there is NO LEAKS.  If there is any movement then you need a Leak Detection to locate the problem before the problem escalates.

·         Pool/Spa Electricity: Another concern is electricity for the pool light or the equipment. 

1.      Outside the pool visually look at the light to try to determine if there is water inside the pool light.  If there is water in the light, you want to turn off the electricity feeding that light immediately.  Now you need a leak detection to locate the source of the leak or electrical problem.

2.      Your pool has a GFI (ground-fault circuit-interrupters) that is suppose to trip the electric system if there is a short or problem. If cause of failure these pre-cautions are important to avoid injuries or death.

3.      There may not be sufficient current flowing in the water to blow a fuse, but sufficient to kill you. Some electricity will flow directly to earth and some will flow through the water. In fact, there will still be an electric potential difference in the vicinity (probably the whole pool) of the exposed conductor. Consequently, some of the electricity will flow through the pool water, some will flow through the person in the pool, and some will flow through to earth.

4.      Call the professionals at American Leak Detection if you have any questions.

714-836-8477 or 800-990-5325

Heres an example of what happens to a pool during our recent earthquake Sunday April 4th:

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American Leak Detection at the 2010 Western Pool and Spa Show

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

WPSS 2010

We thank everyone for coming by our booth at “The Western Pool and Spa Show” in Long Beach, California. From San Luis Obispo to San Diego, American Leak Detection appreciates all the time you spent coming by our booth and inquiring about our services. We hope we answered all your questions, and received some helpful information about our detections and repairs. We know that you will be more than satisfied with our professional, clean and honest service.
As a reminder, many pool professionals asked about our services. Here is what talked about at the WPSS tradeshow booth:

  • American leak detection offers guarantees on all residential detection and repair.
  • The ALD difference is that we retest all repairs once the repair is completed to ensure the highest quality of service for our customers.
  • American Leak Detection performs all repairs. We do not sub-contract any repair work. Repairs are completed by our own technician.
  • Whether you are a pool tech or represent a pool construction company, we always respect you and your customers. We also will call you from the site with results if you are not on site at the time of the detection.

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American Leak Detection is proud to partner with the good people in the pool industry. Please let us know how we could better serve you in the future.
Call toll free in the US at 866-570-5325. Be ready with your customer’s five digit zip code the reach the nearest office.

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KTLA Features American Leak Detection’s Expertise During Fix-A-Leak Week

Thursday, March 19th, 2009

Check out American Leak Detection on KTLA Morning News.

The deteriorating economy has caused homeowners to make saving money a priority, but what many residents do not realize is a major, unnecessary expense is lurking right under their roofs. Water leaks, caused by faulty faucets, shower valves and toilets, waste thousands of gallons of water. These problems can result in hundreds of dollars washed down the drain.

To encourage property owners to investigate possible water leakage in their homes, American Leak Detection is commemorating “Fix-A-Leak Week.” Sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the national awareness campaign takes place from March 16th to 20th, and is designed to check household plumbing fixtures and irrigation systems for leaks.

According to American Leak Detection, the most common leaks found in the home include leaking toilet flappers, dripping faucets and other leaking valves. The EPA estimates that by fixing these types of commonplace leaks, homeowners can save more than 10 percent on their water bills. American Leak Detection recommends residents perform simple maintenance tests on all their household plumbing fixtures including faucets, showerheads, and toilets, as well as outdoor irrigation systems and hose spigots.

For people ready to tackle the job, American Leak Detection offers the following checklist provided by the EPA:

  • Check the meter – Examine the water meter before and after a two-hour period during which no water was used; if the meter does not read exactly the same, a leak is likely present.
  • Replace valves – Bad faucet or shower valves may not allow water to be completely shut off.
  • Replace faulty toilet flappers and float assemblies - An inexpensive rubber part, the toilet flapper, is often to blame for toilet leaks, as mineral build-up can cause the part to decay. A float not adjusted correctly or not working properly can cause water to overfill the tank and rise above the over-flow tube. Fortunately, replacing the flapper is an easy, inexpensive do-it-yourself project.
  • Examine irrigation systems – Each spring, check the irrigation system to make sure it was not damaged by frost or freezing. Older valves have a tendency to wear out and allow water to run through the valve and to the open side or the sprinkler side.
  • Tighten spigots – Check for leaks where garden hoses connect to the spigot; if it leaks while running, replace the nylon or rubber hose washer, and use pipe tape and a wrench to secure the bond.
  • Check pool/spa - An Auto Fill running constantly could indicate a leak. Perform a Bucket Test to confirm water loss.  Normal evaporation is usually 1/8″ to 1/4″ with auto fill off.
  • Take notice – A warm spot on the floor or high gas bills could indicate a hot water leak under the home.
  • Listen - Hearing water noise in walls at night with no water running could also indicate a leak under the home.

American Leak Detection utilizes specially trained experts and quality equipment to detect leaks before they require major home repairs. The company implements its own proprietary methods and technology to ensure the most non-invasive leak detection possible. Commercial and residential service is available.

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