Plumbing Line Leak (Buried)
major severityrareCall a proPro repair$350–$2,700LA-area, parts and labor
DIY cost$0–$0parts and supplies
Typical time4 hrfor a pro
Difficulty5 / 51 is easiest
What you'll notice
- Large water loss
- wet spot in yard near equipment pad
- high water bills
- persistent water loss despite patching
Likely causes
- Corrosion of copper or PVC pipes over time
- root intrusion from nearby trees
- high ground pressure or freeze damage
How to keep it from coming back
- Protect copper lines with epoxy coating
- avoid planting near plumbing
- schedule leak detection annually
Ranges are estimates; see How We Estimate. Affects: in-ground.
This is a job for a licensed pro, especially where electrical, gas or structural work is involved. If you're in the LA area, R.D. Pools offers free quotes.
Maintenance that prevents it
Related costs
- Plaster Pool Acid Wash: $300–$800
- Plaster Resurfacing: $3,000–$8,000
- Vinyl Liner Replacement: $1,500–$5,000
- Vinyl Liner Patch Kit (DIY repairs): $10–$30
- Leak Detection Service (professional): $150–$500