Slab Leak Detection & Repair in Los Angeles
Acoustic and electronic slab leak detection for LA homes u2014 pinpoint the leak without tearing up your entire floor.
A slab leak is a leak in the water lines running beneath your home’s concrete foundation. In Los Angeles, aging copper pipes u2014 many installed in the 1950s through 1980s u2014 corrode over time and develop pinhole leaks that can run for weeks or months before any visible damage appears. The first signs are often a warm spot on the floor, a sudden jump in the water bill, or the sound of running water when everything is turned off.
We use acoustic listening equipment and electronic amplification to pinpoint the leak’s exact location and depth before any concrete is touched. Once located, we present repair options: direct access repair (open the slab at the exact leak point) or re-routing the affected line through the walls or attic u2014 depending on the pipe’s condition and the scope of damage.
Signs You May Have a Slab Leak
Warm or hot spot on the floor (especially on a concrete slab)
Water bill increased significantly with no change in usage
Sound of running water when all fixtures are off
Damp or wet carpet or flooring near an exterior wall
Mold or mildew smell coming from the floor or baseboards
What’s Included
Acoustic Detection
Listen for the exact sound signature of a pressurized slab leak.
Electronic Amplification
Pinpoint depth and location before any concrete is opened.
Direct Access Repair
Open only at the leak point u2014 not a trench across the floor.
Re-Route Option
Run new line through walls or attic to bypass damaged pipe.
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Think You Have a Slab Leak?
Free, no-obligation estimate. Upfront pricing before any work begins.
Slab Leak Detection & Repair — Common Questions
How do I know if I have a slab leak?
Common signs include a warm or hot spot on the floor, a water bill that increased significantly with no change in usage, the sound of running water when all fixtures are off, damp or wet flooring near exterior walls, and mold or mildew smells from the floor or baseboards.
How much does slab leak repair cost in Los Angeles?
Slab leak detection and repair typically ranges from $500 to $4,000 or more depending on the detection method, pipe access, and whether a direct repair or full re-route is required. We provide a free upfront price after the detection phase before any repair work begins.
Do you have to break the floor to fix a slab leak?
Not always. We present two options after locating the leak: direct access, which means opening the slab only at the exact leak point, or re-routing the line through the walls or attic to bypass the damaged section entirely. Many homeowners choose the re-route to avoid disturbing flooring.