Pool Leak Detection
The LeakTrac 2400 uses patented technology to direct you to even the smallest pinhole leaks in minutes. This electronic vinyl liner leak detector allows you to stop wasting time visually inspecting every inch of a liner. Join the thousands of other pool professionals who are saving time and generating profits with this amazing piece of equipment. The LeakTrac 2400 finds leaks by putting a small electrical charge into the pool water, then tracking the flow of electricity as it makes connections to the ground through conductive penetrations in the liner. This technology is effective on any water containing vessel with an electrically insulating shell (i.e. vinyl, fiberglass, etc.) Now on its 4th version, this industry staple has been innovated and improved over the past 30 years and now features a wireless connection and digital controls.
PREPARING FOR A LEAK TEST:
To ensure you receive an accurate leak detection test, it is recommended you have the pool vacuumed and cleaned beforehand. Dirt and debris in the pool can make it difficult to spot even large leaks. Likewise, the water should be as clear as possible. If your water is green it means we cannot find the leak effectively. Not only does this make it impossible to test for leaks, but it’s dangerous for your health. Furthermore, your pool should be full to the normal level – we can’t find a leak that is not leaking.
Check The Pool’s Equipment:
The first (and easiest) place to look is the pool’s equipment. Even if you feel the leak is inside the pool, inspect the equipment first. You may be surprised what you find!
- Clean the equipment area: Remove any overgrown weeds surrounding the filter equipment, and remove any piles of dead bugs. Also, be sure to remove any indication of live, Wasps, Yellow Jacket Bees, and any other live bugs removed from the area.
- Turn on the pump: Some leaks (that have to do with equipment) will leak more when the pump is on.
- Check for standing water around the equipment:
- Look closely at the equipment: Have a towel handy in case you find noticeable moisture. Wipe the area dry and wait for wetness to appear. Be sure to look at all components including the hoses, fittings, and lids for drips under the fittings not on top. Look closely at the area directly underneath the pool’s pump area.
- Inspect the skimmer and the return: Use a dry towel again to inspect the skimmer box and the return. Take your time as some leaks can be deceiving and require patience to find.
If you have thoroughly checked the areas listed above, it’s time for a little more complex above-ground pool leak detection process.
Finding A Leak In The Vinyl Liner
Finding a leak in the vinyl liner of your above ground pool is not an easy task. Sometimes there is a microscopic hole in the bottom of your pool, near your pool’s wall, by your ladder entrance, from a blade of grass growing through the liner.