Leak Detection and Repair

Leak Detection in Henderson, NV

Fixed Right Plumbing LLC offers leak detection in Henderson, NV, tracking down hidden and slab leaks before they damage your home. Call (702) 283-5261 to find the source.

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Warning Signs

Signs of a Hidden Water Leak

A hidden water leak can run for weeks before anyone sees water. The clues are often small, so it pays to know what to look for. Call us if you notice:

A high water bill with no change in how you use water
The sound of running water when every fixture is off
Warm or damp spots on a tile, wood or concrete floor
Cracks in flooring, or carpet that feels wet with no spill
Mold, mildew or a musty smell in one area
A water meter that keeps moving with all water turned off

A warm spot on the floor is worth special attention. It often means a hot water line under the floor is leaking, which also makes your water heater run more than it should. The sooner a leak is found, the less water, damage and cost it causes.

What to Expect From Leak Detection in Henderson, NV

Good leak detection in Henderson, NV is about narrowing things down step by step. Opening a wall or a floor should be the last move, made only once we know where the water is going.

That approach keeps the repair as small as possible and saves you from patching holes that never needed to be cut. It also keeps your home livable while the work is done.

Confirm There Is a Leak

We start at the water meter. With every fixture off, a moving meter confirms water is escaping somewhere in the system, and how fast it moves tells us how serious the leak is.
Narrow Down the Area

We isolate parts of the plumbing, such as the hot side, the cold side, the house and the yard line, to find which section is losing water. Each test rules out part of the system.
Pinpoint the Source

Once we know the section, we trace the line to the spot where it is leaking. You see what we found and hear what the repair options are before anything is opened.
Repair and Retest

We make the repair, restore water and check the meter again. A still meter with the fixtures off tells us the leak is fixed and nothing else is hiding.

Slab Leak Repair in Henderson, NV

A slab leak is a leak in a water line that runs under or inside the concrete floor of a home. In the Las Vegas Valley, almost every resale home is built slab on grade, so many homes here have some plumbing below the floor.

The local ground is part of the reason. Caliche is common in valley soils. It is a layer of soil cemented by calcium carbonate that can be as tough as concrete and makes digging expensive. That is one reason builders here use slabs instead of basements.

For slab leak repair in Henderson, NV, there are usually two choices. We can open the floor at the leak and repair that spot, or we can reroute the line through walls or the attic and leave the old pipe under the slab. A single leak on otherwise sound pipe often suits a spot repair, while repeated leaks usually point toward a reroute. We explain both before you decide.

High Water Bill With No Obvious Cause

A high water bill is one of the most common reasons people call us for leak detection. If your use has not changed and the bill jumped, water is likely going somewhere you cannot see.

You can run a simple check yourself. Turn off every faucet, appliance and irrigation timer, then look at your water meter. If the dial or the leak indicator keeps moving, water is still flowing. Write down the reading, wait an hour without using water, and check again.

Toilets are a frequent culprit. A worn flapper can let water run into the bowl around the clock without a sound. Irrigation lines in the yard are another. If the toilets and sprinklers check out and the meter still moves, the leak may be inside a wall or under the slab, and that is when a professional search saves time and money.

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What Affects the Cost of Leak Detection and Repair

The cost of leak detection in Henderson, NV depends on where the leak is and how hard it is to reach. We explain the cost of each step before we take it. The main factors:

How many tests it takes to narrow down the leak
Whether the leak is in an open area, a wall, the yard or under the slab
The repair method, such as a spot repair or a reroute
The type and condition of the pipe around the leak
Flooring, drywall or concrete that has to be opened and closed

Finding a leak early almost always costs less than finding it late. A small leak caught quickly means less water lost, less damage to the floor or walls, and a smaller repair. If the pipe around the leak is worn, we may suggest broader pipe repair and replacement so you are not chasing the next leak in a few months.

Why Fixed Right Plumbing LLC

Why Choose Fixed Right Plumbing LLC to Find Your Leak

Leak detection rewards patience and a careful process. Guessing leads to holes in the wrong places.

Fixed Right Plumbing LLC is owner-run, and our owner has six years in the plumbing trade. We test before we cut, show you what we find, and explain your repair options in plain language so you can make the call.

We work in homes and in commercial buildings, where a hidden leak can damage a tenant's space or drive up a property's water use. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. If a leak turns into water pouring through a ceiling or across the floor, our emergency plumber in Henderson service answers 24/7. Look for the vintage classic truck when we arrive.

Leak Detection Across Henderson and the Valley

Hidden and slab leaks show up all over the valley, because the same building style and the same hard water are found from one end to the other. We provide leak detection in Henderson, NV and in Las Vegas Valley communities across our service area.

In Henderson, where we are based, we track down leaks in homes and businesses of every age and size. We also serve Spring Valley and Enterprise on the west side of the valley, and North Las Vegas to the north, along with Boulder City.

Leak detection is one of our core plumbing services in Henderson. If you are searching for leak detection in Las Vegas and are not sure we reach your neighborhood, give us a call and we will let you know.

Leak Detection Questions

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How do I know if I have a slab leak?

Common signs of a slab leak include a warm spot on the floor, the sound of running water with everything off, damp carpet or cracked tile with no spill, and a water bill that keeps climbing. A water meter that moves when no water is in use is a strong clue. If you notice two or more of these, call for leak detection.

Do you have to break up my floor to fix a slab leak?

Not always. A spot repair does mean opening the floor right at the leak, but only after the leak has been pinpointed, so the opening stays small. A reroute avoids the slab completely by running new pipe through the walls or attic. We explain which approach fits your home and the condition of your pipes before any work begins.

Why is my water bill so high all of a sudden?

A sudden jump usually means water is leaking somewhere. A running toilet, a broken irrigation line and a hidden leak under the slab are the most common causes. Turn off all water in the house and check whether your meter is still moving. If it is, there is a leak, and finding it quickly keeps the bill and the damage down.

Can a hidden leak cause mold?

Yes. Water leaking inside a wall, under a cabinet or beneath flooring creates a damp space where mold can grow out of sight. A musty smell, stains or peeling paint can be early signs. Finding and fixing the leak stops the moisture at its source. Mold cleanup itself is a separate job for a remediation company after the plumbing is repaired.

Is leak detection worth it for a small leak?

Yes. A small leak wastes water every hour, adds to your bill and can quietly damage floors, walls and cabinets. Inside a wall or under a slab, a small leak can also grow without warning. Finding it early usually means a smaller, simpler repair. Leaving it alone almost always costs more in water, damage and repair work later.

Stop Paying for Water You Cannot See

A leak you cannot find is still costing you every day. Fixed Right Plumbing LLC will test your system, pinpoint the source and explain your repair options before anything is opened. Call (702) 283-5261 to schedule leak detection, or send a request online.