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Pool leak
detection.
A pool that keeps losing water is leaking somewhere: the liner, a fitting, the skimmer or the plumbing. Watermark Pools finds the leak and fixes it, and tells you straight when a patch will do and when it won't.
ALeak or evaporation?
The bucket
test.
Memphis summers evaporate a lot of water. Before anyone digs or drains, check whether the pool is actually leaking.
Set a bucket on the step
Fill it with pool water to the same level as the pool.
Mark both lines
Mark the water line inside the bucket and on the pool wall or skimmer.
Wait a day
Leave the pump on its normal schedule and don't add water.
Compare
If the pool dropped noticeably more than the bucket, you're losing water to more than evaporation. Call us.
BWhere leaks hide
Six places
we look.
Most leaks are in one of these spots. Finding which one is the job.
- 01
The liner
Tears and pinholes, often at the steps and corners where the vinyl moves most.
- 02
Fittings
Returns, lights and drains, where the liner is cut and sealed around a fitting.
- 03
The skimmer
Cracked skimmer bodies and failed gaskets, especially on above-ground pools.
- 04
Plumbing
Lines between the pool and the equipment pad, including the ones that freeze in winter.
- 05
The pump
Seals and housings that drip at the pad. Air in the pump basket can point to a suction-side leak.
- 06
The filter
Valves, o-rings and housings that weep under pressure.
CPatch or replace
A straight
answer.
A leak in a liner that's otherwise in good shape can often be patched the same day. A leak in an old, brittle liner is often the sign it's done.
We'll show you what we found and talk through both options. That's what our reviewers keep mentioning: Mark finds the leak, explains it, and lets you decide.
- Liner patchesTears and holes, including at the steps.
- Fitting & skimmer repairGaskets, faceplates, new skimmer openings.
- Plumbing repairsGeneral pool plumbing, including burst pipes.
- Liner replacementWhen patching isn't worth it. See liners.
5.0Google reviews
Leaks found.
Leaks fixed.
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★★★★★
Mark was fantastic! I called about a leak in my pool, and he was able to come out the very next day. He quickly found the leak and patched it right away. He was professional, knowledgeable, and honest, and the whole experience was smooth …
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★★★★★
Mark is a great guy and very knowledgeable about his trade. We had a leak we couldn’t locate and Mark found it in the liner. After discussing our options with him, we decided to go ahead and replace the liner. Mark quoted the job and his …
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★★★★★
Very professional, great communication, prompt and very thorough at figuring out why our pool was losing water!
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★★★★★
We just moved to Memphis and the home we purchased has a pool. A pipe burst on a Sunday. We called and he came out that day. He took time to educate us on how to care for the pool and got it fixed and ready to use in just a few days. Very friendly and professional.
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★★★★★
Mark came out and repaired a leak in my pool pump without any hesitation. He knew exactly what was wrong. Thank you Mark!
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★★★★★
After opening the pool cover my pool was in bad shape. Mark was recommended by a friend and he came out the next day. 2 holes in liner, and wrinkles everywhere. Mark fixed both leaks right at the steps and all wrinkles were gone! …
DLeak questions
Leak FAQ.
How do I know if my pool is leaking?
Do the bucket test above. If the pool loses noticeably more water than the bucket, call for leak detection.
Can you patch a liner leak?
Often, yes, if the liner is otherwise in good condition. Our reviewers mention leaks found and patched right away.
Do you fix leaking pumps and pipes?
Yes: pump leaks, pool plumbing and burst pipes. See pumps & filters.
How fast can you come out?
Call or text and we'll check the schedule. Reviewers mention same-day and next-day visits for leaks.