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title: "What Is Leak detection? Pool Glossary | Marina Pool Services"
description: "Leak detection is the work of finding where a pool or its plumbing loses water. Plain-English pool glossary from Marina Pool Services in Grapevine, TX."
url: https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/leak-detection
publisher: Marina Pool Services
phone: +1-817-896-1120
quote: https://marinapool.multisites.ai/contact
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# Leak detection

Leak detection is the work of finding where a pool or its plumbing loses water.

A pool that loses water faster than evaporation can explain may have a leak. Leaks can sit in the shell, in the pipes, at a fitting, or in the equipment. Finding them uses tests, pressure checks, and special tools.

Start with the bucket test. Also watch for wet spots near the pad, a high water bill, and pump air. Marina Pool Services does not list leak detection as a service, but it can spot visible equipment leaks during a [pool equipment inspection](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/our-services/pool-equipment-inspection).

[Marina can helpPool Equipment Inspection & Diagnostics](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/our-services/pool-equipment-inspection)

## Related terms

-   [Bucket test](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/bucket-test)
-   [Pressure test](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/pressure-test)
-   [Evaporation loss](https://marinapool.multisites.ai/glossary/evaporation-loss)

## Need a hand with your pool?

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