If you’ve noticed your pool water level dropping faster than usual, you’re not alone. One of the most common questions we hear at Clear Results Leak Detection is:
“Is my pool leaking, or is it just normal evaporation?”
Living on Florida’s Treasure Coast means warm temperatures, sunshine, humidity, and occasional wind—all of which contribute to water loss. But knowing the difference between normal evaporation and an actual pool leak can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in water bills and costly repairs.
How Much Water Loss Is Normal?
In Florida, it’s completely normal for a swimming pool to lose approximately 1/4 inch of water per day through evaporation.
Factors that can increase evaporation include:
- Hot summer temperatures
- Windy conditions
- Heated pools
- Waterfalls and fountains
- Extended pump run times
If your pool is consistently losing more than 1/4 inch per day, there’s a good chance you have a leak that should be professionally inspected.
Common Signs Your Pool Has a Leak
Keep an eye out for these warning signs:
- Adding water every few days
- An unusually high water bill
- Cracks forming around the pool deck
- Wet or soggy areas in the yard
- Air bubbles coming from the return jets
- Difficulty maintaining proper chemical levels
- Water loss that changes depending on whether the pump is running
These symptoms can indicate plumbing leaks, skimmer leaks, return line leaks, structural leaks, or equipment problems.
Perform the Bucket Test
A simple bucket test is an easy way to determine whether your pool is leaking.
- Fill a bucket with pool water
- Place the bucket on a pool step.
- Mark the water level inside the bucket and the water level on the outside of the bucket at the pool level.
- Wait 24 hours without adding water.
If the pool water drops noticeably more than the water inside the bucket, your pool likely has a leak.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Pool Leak
Even a small leak can become a major expense over time.
Pool leaks can lead to:
- Higher monthly water bills
- Increased chemical costs
- Damage beneath the pool shell
- Soil erosion around the pool
- Deck settling and cracking
- Damage to pool equipment
Finding and repairing a leak early is almost always less expensive than waiting until the damage becomes significant.
Professional Pool Leak Detection on Florida’s Treasure Coast
At Clear Results Leak Detection, we specialize in accurately locating swimming pool leaks without unnecessary digging or guesswork. Using advanced leak detection equipment, we pinpoint the source of the problem quickly and accurately, saving homeowners time, money, and frustration.
We proudly serve homeowners throughout:
- Martin County
- St. Lucie County
- Stuart
- Palm City
- Jensen Beach
- Port St. Lucie
- Hobe Sound
- The entire Treasure Coast
Whether your leak is located in the plumbing system, skimmer, return lines, main drain, spa, or the pool structure itself, we’ll identify the source and explain the best repair options.
Schedule Your Pool Leak Detection Today
If your pool is losing more than 1/4 inch of water per day, don’t assume it’s simply evaporation.
Let the professionals at Clear Results Leak Detection determine exactly where the leak is before it causes expensive damage.
Why Homeowners Choose Clear Results Leak Detection
- Advanced electronic leak detection equipment
- Honest, dependable service
- Fast and accurate leak detection
- Family-owned and locally operated
- Serving the Treasure Coast with pride
Contact Clear Results Leak Detection
If you suspect your swimming pool has a leak, we’re here to help.
Call Clear Results Leak Detection today at (772) 631-1395 to schedule your professional pool leak detection service.
Protect your pool. Save water. Prevent costly repairs. Get Clear Results.