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Both work on water lines, but they solve different problems. A plumber repairs pipes and fixtures. A leak detection specialist finds leaks you can’t see. Knowing which one to call first saves time and money.
Call a plumber first if…
- You can see where the water is coming from
- A faucet, toilet or fixture is dripping or running
- A pipe under a sink is visibly leaking
- A water heater is leaking from a fitting you can see
Start with leak detection if…
- Your water bill jumped and you can’t find why
- The meter moves with everything turned off
- There’s a warm or wet spot on the floor
- A stain is spreading on a wall or ceiling
- The yard has a soggy patch that won’t dry
- Your pool keeps losing water
Why finding it first matters
When a leak is hidden, the alternative to detection is guessing: opening a wall or floor where the leak might be. If the guess is wrong, you pay for more openings and more patching.
Detection pinpoints the spot, so the repair is planned and the opening is as small as possible. It also helps confirm whether the water is a plumbing leak at all, or coming from a roof, window or AC line.
Not sure which you need?
Call and describe what you’re seeing. If it turns out you only need a plumber, you’ll know before anything is opened. Start with hidden water leak detection.
Common questions
Do plumbers do leak detection?
Some do, with the right equipment. Specialized leak detection focuses on finding hidden leaks precisely before repair.
Will I still need a plumber after leak detection?
Usually yes, for the repair. Detection tells them exactly where to work.
