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Leak Detection in Clovis, CA Slab Leaks, Wall Leaks and Underground Lines

Clovis Rooters provides leak detection in Clovis, CA for hidden leaks in walls, under concrete slabs and in buried water lines. We find the leak first, so only the spot that needs opening gets opened.

Plumber shining a flashlight into an open water meter box in a front yard
iWater meter moving with every tap off? You likely have a leak. Try the two-hour meter test below.
Before you call

Check for a Hidden Leak With Your Water Meter

Your water meter is the fastest way to confirm a hidden leak. The EPA's WaterSense program says to check the meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is used. "If the meter does not read exactly the same, you probably have a leak."

Turn off all water use. Taps, toilets, irrigation, washer, dishwasher and ice maker.

Find your meter. It is usually in a box near the street or sidewalk.

Write down the reading. Note the leak indicator too, if your meter has one.

Wait two hours without using any water.

Read it again. If the number moved, water is leaving the pipes somewhere.

The EPA says the average household's leaks can waste nearly 10,000 gallons of water a year.

Who Fixes Which Leak in Clovis?

The meter is the dividing line. The City of Clovis handles leaks on city mains and on the service line up to the meter. The City states: "Leaks which are located behind the water meter are the customer's responsibility to repair."

Where the leak isWater main in the street
Who to callCity of Clovis, (559) 324-2600
Where the leak isService line up to the meter
Who to callCity of Clovis, (559) 324-2600
Where the leak isLine from the meter to your house
Who to callA plumber: (559) 418-4780
Where the leak isPipes inside walls, ceilings or under the slab
Who to callA plumber: (559) 418-4780

Tarpey Village is also served by City of Clovis water. Call the City to confirm before work on the meter side.

What to watch for

Signs of a Hidden Water Leak

A hidden leak usually shows up first on your water bill or your meter, long before you see water. These signs usually mean it's time for water leak detection in Clovis, CA.

High water bill due to a hidden leak

Soon
Where the leak may be

Anywhere behind the meter

Water meter running when water is off

Soon
Where the leak may be

Supply lines, slab or yard line

Warm spots on the floor

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Where the leak may be

Hot water line under the slab

Sound of water running in walls

Soon
Where the leak may be

Supply line inside a wall

Water stains on the ceiling

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Where the leak may be

Pipe or fixture above

Soggy patch in the yard

Soon
Where the leak may be

Main water line between meter and house

An unexplained increase in your water bill is worth checking even if you see nothing wet.

Leaks under concrete

Slab Leak Detection in Clovis, CA

A slab leak is a water leak under the concrete slab your house sits on. In a home built on a slab, the water lines run beneath the floor where you can't see them.

Plumber wearing headphones sweeping a living room floor with an acoustic leak detector
Hand feeling a warm, damp spot on a tile floor near a sliding door

Signs of a slab leak

✓Warm spots on the floor, which point to a hot water slab leak
✓Damp carpet or warped flooring with no spill nearby
✓The water heater running more than usual
✓The meter moving with every fixture off
Acoustic sensor on a concrete floor next to a blue X marking a slab leak

Finding the leak under the slab

The goal is to locate the leak precisely before breaking concrete. That way only a small section of floor is opened, not the whole room.

Opened concrete floor exposing a copper pipe and repair coupling at a slab leak

Slab leak repair options

Once found, a slab leak plumber either repairs the pipe at that spot or reroutes the line through the walls or attic. The right choice depends on the pipe's condition. See repiping in Clovis if the lines are failing in several places.

Leaks in Walls, Ceilings and Underground Lines

Not every hidden leak is under the slab. These three are the other common places a leak hides.

Moisture meter pressed against a water-damaged wall near the baseboard

Water leak behind a wall

A damp patch, bubbling paint or the sound of water running in a wall points to a supply or drain line inside it. Leak detection inside walls narrows it to one spot, so only a small opening is needed.

Plumber on a ladder scanning a stained ceiling with a thermal camera

Ceiling water leak detection

A stain or drip on the ceiling usually comes from a bathroom, a water line or a water heater above. The source is often not directly above the stain, because water travels along joists.

Acoustic ground microphone on a wet strip of lawn above a leaking underground water line

Underground water leak detection

The main water line runs from the meter to your house. A leak there shows up as a soggy yard, low pressure or a meter that never stops. Main water line leak detection and outdoor water leak detection cover this line and irrigation lines.

Non-invasive leak detection

How Hidden Leaks Are Found

Non-invasive leak detection means finding the leak with tools before opening any wall or floor. The plumber picks the method based on where the signs point.

Leak detection tools on a mat: thermal camera, headphones, moisture meter, pressure gauge and acoustic sensor
Pressure gauge attached to an outdoor hose bib for a water pressure test

Pressure testing for water leaks

What it does

Isolates sections of pipe to show which line is losing pressure.

Plumber using an acoustic leak detector with a ground microphone on a concrete floor

Electronic and acoustic leak detection

What it does

Listens through floors and walls for the sound of escaping water.

Thermal camera showing a hot water line inside a shower wall

Thermal imaging leak detection

What it does

Shows warm or cool patches where water is leaking behind a surface.

Plumber checking the cabinet under a bathroom sink with a moisture meter

Moisture meters

What it does

Confirm wet spots in drywall, flooring and cabinets.

Where Our Leak Work Stops

We find the leak and repair the pipe. We don't dry out or rebuild what the water damaged.

We handle
✓Finding leaks in walls, ceilings, slabs and yards
✓Repairing or rerouting the leaking pipe
✓Opening and closing the access spot for the repair
✓Main water line repair from the meter to the house
We don't handle
✕Water damage cleanup and drying
✕Drywall, flooring or cabinet replacement
✕Mold removal
✕City water mains and the line up to the meter

If the leak has soaked flooring or drywall, a restoration company handles the drying after we fix the pipe.

How Plumbing Leak Detection Works

Call (559) 418-4780. Tell us what you've noticed: a bill, a sound, a warm floor or a wet spot.

Confirm the leak. The plumber checks the meter and isolates the lines.

Locate it. The leak is narrowed to one spot before anything is opened.

Agree on the repair. You get a written scope and the cost before work starts.

Repair and re-test. The pipe is fixed, then pressure-tested and the meter checked again.

Arrival time depends on where you are in Clovis, traffic and the jobs already underway. You'll get a realistic time when you call.

What to Expect From a Leak Detection Company in Clovis

A good leak detection company in Clovis, CA shows you where the leak is before opening anything. Look for these:

✓Photos or readings that show where the leak is
✓A small, targeted opening instead of broad demolition
✓A clear choice between spot repair and rerouting the line
✓A pressure test or meter check after the repair
✓A plain note of anything the plumber can't reach or fix

How the Cost of Leak Detection Is Set

There is no fixed price for leak detection or leak repair. Cost is set after the job is assessed. It depends on:

✓Where the leak is: wall, ceiling, slab or yard
✓How long it takes to isolate and locate
✓Whether the fix is a spot repair or a reroute
✓What has to be opened to reach the pipe

Documentation for Your Insurance Company

If a leak damaged your home, we can provide photos, the leak location, the cause we found and a record of the repair. You can submit these documents to your insurance company to request compensation. Whether a loss is covered is between you and your insurer. We don't make coverage decisions or promise any outcome.

Leak Detection Near You in Clovis

We find and fix hidden leaks across Clovis and Tarpey Village. Pick your area for local water and sewer details.

OT
ZIP 93612

Old Town Clovis

plumber in Old Town Clovis→TV
ZIP 93727

Tarpey Village

plumber in Tarpey Village→LV
ZIP 93619

Loma Vista

plumber in Loma Vista→HG
ZIP 93619

Heritage Grove

plumber in Heritage Grove→QL
ZIP 93619

Quail Lakes

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Leak Detection Questions, Answered

01How much does leak detection cost?+

There is no fixed price for leak detection. Cost is set after the job is assessed. It depends on where the leak is, how long it takes to locate and what the repair involves.

02How do I know if I have a slab leak?+

Warm spots on the floor, damp flooring with no spill and a meter that moves with everything off are common signs. A plumber can confirm it by isolating the lines under the slab.

03Why is my water meter moving when nothing is on?+

Water is leaving the pipes somewhere. It could be a running toilet, a dripping irrigation valve or a hidden leak in a wall, slab or yard line.

04Can you find a leak without breaking walls?+

In most cases, yes, the leak can be located before anything is opened. Then only a small access spot is opened for the repair, not the whole wall or floor.

05Who do I call for a leak at the water meter in Clovis?+

Call the City of Clovis at (559) 324-2600 for leaks on the city main or up to the meter. Leaks behind the meter are the customer's responsibility, so call a plumber for those.