What we fix
Real problems, real fixes
Finding a leak is often harder than fixing it. Water follows the path of least resistance, so the spot where it shows up on a ceiling, a wall, or the floor can be several feet from where the pipe is actually failing. Guessing leads to cutting open drywall in four places, patching all of them, and still not knowing where the problem is. We locate the source first, then open only the one section that needs opening.
Our technicians use electronic leak location equipment, thermal imaging, and pressure testing. Each tool answers a different question. Pressure testing tells us whether a line is losing water at all. Thermal imaging picks up the temperature change from a hot water line leaking inside a wall or under a slab. Years of experience in East Valley homes tell us which tool to reach for first.
Gilbert has its own pattern of leaks. Many homes were built from the 1990s through the 2010s, and that is the age range where chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipe in the attic starts to turn brittle from years of Arizona heat, producing cracks and joint failures that drip through ceilings. Copper lines in the same homes develop pinhole leaks from Maricopa County’s hard water, which runs 12 to 18 grains per gallon. East Valley clay soil swells and shifts with moisture, which can stress lines running under the slab. And high incoming water pressure, often above 80 pounds per square inch (PSI), puts constant strain on every joint in the house.
Once we find the leak, we talk through your options. A pinhole leak in an accessible line is usually a straightforward section repair. A slab leak can often be re-routed around the slab instead of breaking through it, which is typically faster, cleaner, and less expensive. If the home has recurring leaks in different places, we will tell you honestly when a partial or full repipe is the smarter long-term call.
Active leaks get priority dispatch. If water is flowing, shut off the main water valve at the house and call us. Non-active leaks, such as slow wet spots or a suspected hidden leak, are usually scheduled same-day or next-day.
