Find the Leak Before It Finds Your Yard
Central Florida pools lose some water to evaporation, but a persistent drop usually means a real leak — in the shell, the plumbing, the fittings, or the equipment. Left unfound, a leak wastes thousands of gallons, drives up your water and chemical costs, and can erode the soil and undermine the deck and pool structure.
Closer Look Inspections locates the source of pool water loss systematically, evaluating the shell, plumbing lines, skimmers, returns, and equipment to determine where the water is going. Instead of replacing parts on a guess, you get a clear picture of the actual problem.
In Florida's climate, a small pool leak rarely stays small. Soil movement, deck settling, and equipment strain compound over time. Locating and addressing a leak early protects both your pool and the ground around it.
What Pool Leak Location Covers
A systematic evaluation to determine where your pool is losing water — so the fix targets the real source.
Shell & Structure
We evaluate the pool shell, surfaces, and visible structure for cracks and failures that let water escape — the losses that come from the pool body itself.
Plumbing & Lines
Suction and return lines, and the plumbing running to and from the equipment, are common leak sources. We assess the plumbing system to isolate whether the loss is coming from the lines.
Skimmers, Returns & Fittings
The fittings, skimmers, returns, and penetrations where plumbing meets the shell are frequent failure points. We evaluate these connections for leakage.
Equipment & Pad
The pump, filter, valves, and equipment pad can all lose water. We check the equipment area for leaks so nothing gets overlooked in narrowing down the source.
Leak Location Coverage
- Pool body
- Shell & surface cracks
- Visible structural failures
- Tile & coping line
- Plumbing
- Suction & return lines
- Underground plumbing assessment
- Pressure-side evaluation
- Fittings
- Skimmers & returns
- Penetrations & fittings
- Light niche & seals
- Equipment
- Pump, filter & valves
- Equipment pad
- Findings & recommendations report
Three Reasons to Locate a Pool Leak
An unfound pool leak quietly costs money and damages your property.
Stop Wasting Water
A leaking pool can lose thousands of gallons over time, driving up your water bill and wasting chemicals as fresh water constantly dilutes the balance. Finding the leak stops the waste.
Protect Your Yard & Deck
Water escaping from a pool erodes soil, undermines the deck, and can destabilize the pool structure itself. Locating a leak early prevents far more expensive damage later.
Fix the Real Problem
Guessing at a pool leak means replacing parts that may be fine. Locating the actual source means the repair targets what's really wrong — saving time and money.
Why Central Florida Pool Owners Trust Closer Look
Locating a pool leak takes a methodical approach and an experienced eye. Here's what sets Closer Look apart:
- Certified Master InspectorKeith Wilson holds the Certified Master Inspector designation — the highest credential in the home inspection industry, requiring thousands of completed inspections, continuing education, and a verified track record. Most inspectors never reach this level.
- Licensed Florida Mold AssessorFlorida's humidity makes mold a real risk. Keith is a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor, so any suspected moisture or mold issue found during your service can be properly evaluated without bringing in a separate vendor.
- FAA-Licensed Drone Roof Inspection — IncludedSteep, multi-story, or tile roofs that can't be safely walked still get full aerial documentation as part of every full inspection. No additional charge, no skipped roof areas, no guesswork.
- Insurance Reports Included at No ChargeWind mitigation and 4-point insurance reports are included with every full home inspection — saving you the $150 to $300 other inspectors charge for these reports separately.
- Same-Day Digital ReportsYour full Scribeware report is delivered the same day via email, with color-coded priority labels and a built-in repair request builder you can send directly to the other party's agent.
- Live Answered Calls 24/7Real estate moves fast and questions don't wait. Carol Wilson and the Closer Look team answer calls live, around the clock. Scheduling typically happens within 48 hours.
The Inspection Process
From first call to delivered report, here's exactly what to expect when you book with Closer Look.
Schedule
Call 407-319-4608 or book online. Live answered 24/7. Scheduling typically within 48 hours to fit your timeline.
On-Site Evaluation
Your inspector systematically evaluates the pool shell, plumbing, fittings, and equipment to locate the source of water loss.
Walkthrough
You're welcome on-site. Your inspector walks you through key findings, answers questions, and shows you what matters most.
Same-Day Report
Your full digital report — with photos, color-coded priorities, and repair request builder — is delivered the same day via Scribeware.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Central Florida property owners want to know before scheduling.
How do I know if my pool actually has a leak?
If your pool loses more water than evaporation alone would explain — roughly more than about a quarter to half inch a day, or if you're constantly adding water — there's likely a leak. We can help determine whether the loss is a true leak and where it's coming from.
Where do pools usually leak?
Common sources are the shell, the plumbing lines, the skimmers and returns, the fittings and penetrations, and the equipment pad. We evaluate all of these systematically rather than assuming one cause.
What's the difference between this and electronic leak detection?
Pool leak location is the overall service of finding where your pool is losing water. Electronic leak detection is a specific technology-driven method used to pinpoint hidden leaks. We use the right approach for your situation — ask us and we'll explain what fits.
Do you repair the leak too?
We locate and document the source of the leak. Depending on the repair, work may be handled by a pool contractor. You'll get a clear picture of the problem so the repair targets the real source.
Can a pool leak damage my home or yard?
Yes. Escaping water erodes soil, can undermine decks and the pool structure, and in some cases affects nearby foundations. That's why locating and addressing a leak promptly matters.
Do you serve my city in Central Florida?
Yes — we serve the entire greater Orlando metro, including Orlando, Winter Garden, Horizon West, Lake Nona, Windermere, Clermont, Winter Park, Saint Cloud, Ocoee, Davenport, and all communities across Orange, Osceola, Lake, Polk, Seminole, Volusia, and Sumter counties.
Ready to Find Your Pool Leak?
Scheduling within 48 hours • Same-day digital reports • Live answered calls 24/7