Pool Leak Repair in Alachua County, FL

Stop Water Loss and Stabilize Your Pool Structure

Is your pool losing water faster than evaporation can explain? Are you constantly adding expensive chemicals or noticing cracks in your pool deck? In Alachua County, a pool leak is a ticking clock. The sandy clay soil common in Gainesville and High Springs washes away easily when water escapes, leading to voids under your deck and potential structural failure.

At American Leak Detection of Gainesville, we specialize in pool leak repair. We don't just patch holes; we provide durable, structural solutions to stop the leak at its source. Our goal is to protect your investment and get you back to swimming without the stress of constant refills.

The High Cost of Waiting

Ignoring a pool leak is the most expensive decision a homeowner can make. It’s not just about the water bill; it’s about what that escaping water is doing underground.

The risks of delay include:

• Soil Erosion: Leaking water creates voids behind the pool shell, causing the deck to settle or crack.
• Chemical Waste: You are paying to treat water that is leaking into your yard.
• Equipment Burnout: If the water level drops too low, your pump runs dry, leading to expensive mechanical failures.
• Structural Stress: In our humid climate, cracks can expand quickly, compromising the integrity of the gunite or vinyl liner.

We provide the definitive fix. We move fast to stop the damage and restore your pool’s integrity.

Built for Alachua County’s Geology 

Pools in Alachua County face unique environmental stressors. From the shifting soils in Haile Plantation to the limestone-rich ground near the Santa Fe River, the earth here moves. This movement puts immense pressure on rigid PVC plumbing and concrete shells.

We tailor our repairs to local conditions:

• Sandy Clay Stability: We use repair materials designed to withstand the expansion and contraction of our local soil.
• Tree Root Intrusion: Alachua’s lush canopy (Live Oaks, Pines) is beautiful but aggressive. Roots often crush underground plumbing. We surgically repair these breaks and reinforce the line.
• Seasonal Rain: We account for high groundwater tables during Florida’s wet season when performing underground repairs.

Don't let the Florida soil swallow your investment. Secure your pool with local experts who understand the terrain. Call American Leak Detection of Gainesville at (352) 578-2282 for a repair consultation, or request your service call now for fast help in Alachua County.

Our Surgical Repair Process (The Experience)

We know you are worried that "repair" means "destruction." At American Leak Detection of Gainesville, we use a Surgical Repair Philosophy. We aim to fix the issue with the absolute minimum disruption to your deck and landscaping.

How we restore your pool:

• Diagnostic Confirmation: Before we fix anything, we review the leak detection data to ensure we are targeting the right spot.
• Targeted Access: If the leak is underground, we cut a small, precise access point in the deck, not a trench.

Specialized Repair Techniques:

• Structural Crack Injection: We use high-strength epoxy to bond and seal fissures in gunite shells.
• Skimmer Bonding: We re-seal the interface between the plastic skimmer and the concrete pool wall using industrial bonding agents.
• Plumbing Splices: We replace damaged sections of PVC with Schedule 40 pipe, ensuring a permanent seal.
• Upfront Pricing: You receive a clear, flat-rate quote for the repair work before we begin. No surprises.
• The Result: A leak-free pool and a clean backyard. We pride ourselves on leaving your property as clean as we found it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a leak detection service before a repair?

Yes. You cannot fix what you cannot find. If the leak location is not already confirmed by a professional report, we must perform a Leak Detection service first. This diagnostic step ensures we are digging in the right place and not wasting your money on guesses.

Can you fix cracks without draining the pool?

In many cases, yes. We utilize specialized underwater hydraulic cements and epoxies that cure while submerged. This allows us to repair structural cracks, main drains, and light conduits without the cost and risk of draining your pool.

How do you handle leaks under the pool deck?

If a plumbing line is broken beneath your concrete deck, we don't destroy the whole patio. We use precision locating to mark the break, cut a small access square (usually 2x2 feet), perform the plumbing repair, and then pour new concrete to patch the opening.

Do you offer warranties on your repairs?

Yes. We stand behind the quality of our craftsmanship. We provide written warranties on our structural and plumbing repairs. The specific terms depend on the type of repair (e.g., a PVC splice vs. a vinyl patch), and we will review these with you clearly before starting work.

Save your water and your weekend. Trust the team that treats your property with respect. Contact American Leak Detection of Gainesville at (352) 578-2282 to schedule your repair, or click here to book your appointment online for reliable service in Gainesville, Newberry, and beyond.