Signs Your Pool Might Have a Leak

Signs Your Pool Might Have a Leak

Noticing your pool water dropping faster than usual? It could be more than just evaporation. A small leak can turn into a big problem if left untreated — leading to higher water bills, costly repairs, and potential structural damage. Here are some common signs that your swimming pool might have a leak:

1. Rapid Water Loss
If you're adding more than a quarter-inch to half an inch of water to your pool each day, that's more than typical evaporation. Consistent, noticeable water loss is one of the most obvious signs you may have a leak.

2. Wet Spots Around the Pool
Finding unusually soggy patches of grass, soft spots, or standing water near your pool deck or equipment area can be a major indicator. Water from a leaking pool often travels underground, creating visible damage in your yard.

3. Cracks or Gaps in the Pool Structure
Visible cracks in the plaster, tile, or concrete around your pool may allow water to escape. Even small cracks can lead to significant water loss over time if not properly sealed.

4. Air in the Pool Pump or System
If you see air bubbles coming out of your return jets or notice your pump losing prime frequently, it could be pulling in air from a leaking pipe or fitting.

5. Increasing Water Bills
An unexpected spike in your water bill is often a silent clue. If everything else in your home is normal, but your water usage has increased, your pool could be the culprit.

6. Settling or Shifting Pool Deck
Leaks can wash away soil under the deck or around the pool structure. If you notice your decking is settling, cracking, or shifting, a leak might be undermining the support beneath it.

7. Chemical Imbalance That Won’t Stabilize
If you’re constantly adding chemicals but your pool water won't hold its balance, a leak could be diluting your water faster than you realize.

Think Your Pool Might Be Leaking?

Don’t wait for a minor issue to turn into a major repair. At Four States Leak Detection, we specialize in fast, professional swimming pool leak detection and repairs across Southwest Missouri, Southeast Kansas, Northwest Arkansas, and Northeast Oklahoma.

Call or Text Four States Leak Detection today at (417) 660-9130 for expert leak testing and honest service. We’ll help you find the source of the problem — and fix it right the first time.