Leak Detection — Rollingwood, TX

Leak Detection in Rollingwood, TX

In Rollingwood, leak detection is mostly a story about old pools, and word travels fast in a one-square-mile city where service runs on reputation. The Pool Police has serviced Rollingwood since 2000, and many of our longest-tenured accounts on Pickwick Lane, Edgegrove, and the surrounding streets are 1960s-through-80s builds on plaster pushing 40-plus years old, frequently with original 1.5-inch plumbing. That combination produces the classic Rollingwood leaks: weeping cracks in tired shells and split or corroded joints in narrow legacy lines that were never built to today's standards. We confirm true loss with a bucket test first, since the dense oak and cedar-elm canopy along the Zilker edge and the shaded microclimate make evaporation and debris easy to misread. Then we pressure-test the supply and return plumbing — carefully, because that 1.5-inch pipe doesn't tolerate brute force — dye-test shell cracks and fittings, and run electronic listening on lines buried under decades-old decking. Keith Mallette has found hundreds of leaks across Austin, and you get a written report and straight guidance on whether a repair or a targeted retrofit makes more sense.

Typical Pricing $295–$495 flat-rate leak search Includes pressure testing, dye injection, and electronic listening. Repair work quoted separately after the leak is found. See full pricing guide →
What's Included

What We Do

Perform the bucket test to confirm actual water loss beyond normal evaporation
Pressure-test supply and return plumbing lines to isolate underground leaks
Use dye injection at fittings, lights, and cracks to visually confirm leak points
Deploy electronic listening equipment to locate leaks beneath decking or soil
Inspect equipment pads — pump seals, filter unions, heater connections — for drips
Provide a detailed written report with the leak location, severity, and recommended repair options
Why Choose Us

Why The Pool Police?

Non-invasive first approach — we only dig when we know exactly where the problem is
25+ years of experience in Central Texas soil and pool construction styles
We find the leak the same day in most cases — no dragging out the process
Honest assessment: if it's evaporation or a splash-out issue, we'll tell you
Flat-rate leak search fee — no surprise hourly charges
On the Ground in Rollingwood

Local Conditions We Account For in Rollingwood

Every leak detection visit in Rollingwood is calibrated to the conditions that make pools here different — not a generic checklist:

Tight-knit 1 sq mi incorporated city where reputation and word of mouth drive all service decisions
1960s–80s homes with many original pools on surfaces pushing 40+ years old
Dense live oak and cedar elm canopy drops heavy organic load, especially in fall and cedar-pollen season
Austin Water alkalinity combined with shaded microclimates slow chlorine turnover
Older neighborhoods often have 1.5" plumbing restricting pump options during repair or upgrade
Service Area

Neighborhoods We Serve in Rollingwood

Rollingwood proper near Zilker Park Pickwick Lane Edgegrove 78746
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Pool Police on a route through Rollingwood?

Yes — we have a long-running weekly route through Rollingwood proper and the surrounding 78746 area. Because Rollingwood is a small incorporated city, our same tech knows virtually every pool in the neighborhood and has typically serviced many of them for years.

My 1970s Rollingwood pool has original plumbing — can you still service and repair it?

Yes. Rollingwood has a lot of original 1.5" PVC and copper plumbing from the 1970s and early 80s. We know which equipment brands still offer compatible fittings, which modern pumps work on legacy plumbing without a full replumb, and when a retrofit is genuinely required versus optional. We'll give you honest guidance rather than pushing a full renovation.

How do you handle the Zilker-area oak leaf drop?

Rollingwood's canopy is one of the densest in Austin. We skim at every visit, monitor filter pressure closely through fall, and run phosphate-removing chemistry during peak leaf-drop season to prevent the decaying organic matter from feeding algae. Customers whose pools sit directly under mature oaks often benefit from a leaf-net cover through November.

How do I know if my pool is leaking or just evaporating?

In Austin's summer heat, pools can lose up to a quarter-inch per day to evaporation alone. The simplest test is the bucket method: fill a bucket to match your pool level, set it on the step, and compare levels after 24 hours. If the pool drops more than the bucket, you likely have a leak.

Can you find leaks without digging up my yard?

Yes. We use pressure testing, dye injection, and electronic listening to pinpoint leaks before any excavation. In most cases we can identify the exact location without touching your deck or landscaping. Digging only happens at the confirmed leak point.

How long does a leak detection visit take?

A typical leak search takes two to four hours, depending on pool size and plumbing complexity. We aim to identify the source in a single visit so you can make a repair decision right away.

Ready to Get Started?

No contracts, no hidden fees. Just reliable, professional pool service from a family that's been doing it for 25+ years.

(512) 300-4136