Finding a leak in a pool can be either a simple process
or an endless nightmare.
To simplify the process, you, as the customer, can run a couple of tests:
LEAK DETECTIONS
Locating Leaks in the Pool
We use an electronic device called a Leaktractor to pinpoint leaks in the vinyl liner. At the same time, our divers will dye test areas where the leaktractor would not be found. Most problems, when found underwater, are repairable while our diver is on site. If this was not possible, the problem would be explained, and a quote would be left.
Dive Call
- With our Leaktractor and scuba tanks, we can find and repair most leaks in a liner, main drain, or concrete shell.
Cold Water Dive Call
- If water temperature is below 70 degrees. With our Leaktractor and scuba tanks, we can find and repair most leaks in a liner, main drain, or concrete shell.
Locating Leaks in the Underground Plumbing Lines
We have a couple of electronic devices to pinpoint breaks in the underground plumbing lines. The most commonly used is the Aquascope. We pressure test the plumbing lines with water and air, and wherever the leak is, it makes a noise, which we can hear with our instrument. This has allowed us to limit the amount of damage done during the repair. Once we pinpoint the underground leak, we will quote you to repair it. We also have pricing below in the Leak Repairs Section.
Concrete pools have unique plumbing and may cost extra for repairs.
By pressure testing with both water and air, we can determine the location of most plumbing leaks, usually within a foot. While we cannot determine the price of all situations, the most common leak detection charges are listed on the right of this page.
Pressure Test Lines & Sonic Leak Detection
- We will pressure test the lines first. If the lines do not hold pressure, we’ll move on to doing a Sonic Leak Detection to pinpoint the leak (this is the price to detect plumbing leak only. See pricing below to repair plumbing leaks)
Sonic Leak Detection and Dive Call
- Pressure test and Sonic leak detection of the plumbing lines as well as leaktrack the pool shell. For the plumbing leak, this is the price to detect plumbing leak only. See pricing below to repair plumbing leaks.
LEAK REPAIRS
Plumbing line Leak Repairs
Bremner Pool & Spa has the expertise to repair underground plumbing lines. Repairing an underground plumbing line usually involves cutting one small hole through the deck and digging down to gain access. We have the necessary diamond saws and jackhammers to limit the damage. We also backfill and patch the hole with concrete, relay interlocking stone or repair sod so that the customer does not have to. There is always the possibility that there is more than one plumbing leak. This would be priced as two separate repairs. For any skimmer or return line leaks, pricing is most commonly as follows; however, a firm quote will be given to you once we have pinpointed the leak:
Patio Stone Leak repair
- Lift patio stones
- Dig down to access leak
- Repair leak
- Pressure Test
- Backfill hole
- Relay stone
- Add an additional charge of $101.00 if the wall fitting has to be replaced
Concrete / Interlock Deck Leak Repair
- This price applies where the concrete deck is 3 to 4 ft wide and digging under the deck OR Concrete deck where a concrete saw is necessary
- Cut a small hole in your deck
- Dig down to access leak
- Repair Leak
- Pressure Test
- Backfill and Patch Concrete Hole
- Add an additional charge of $101.00 if the wall fitting has to be replaced
Replace Vinyl Pool Skimmers
If it’s determined that your vinyl pool skimmer needs to be replaced, Bremner Pool & Spa has extensive experience in replacing it. Replacing a vinyl skimmer is normally around $1,650 + HST; however, we will provide you with a firm quote upon inspection. There are other factors to consider when replacing your vinyl skimmer, such as the age and condition of the existing vinyl liner. If you are replacing a skimmer with a very old and brittle liner, there is always a risk of the liner shattering in the process, and if this is the case, you’ll need a new liner. Our technicians will discuss these factors with you before proceeding with the work.
Replace Vinyl Skimmer
- This is typically the price, however, we will provide you with a firm quote upon inspection
- Cut concrete or lift interlock and dig down to expose skimmer
- Remove old skimmer and replace with new
- Pressure test
- Backfill and patch hole or relay interlock