Pool Plumbing Repair

Plumbing leaks affect water chemistry and cleaning effectiveness. A pool losing water constantly dilutes chemicals and makes balancing impossible. Leaks that pull dirt and debris into suction lines contaminate your pool. Air leaks prevent proper vacuuming and reduce circulation. We prioritize plumbing repairs to restore proper system operation.

Weatherford’s clay soil creates unique plumbing challenges. Dry periods cause clay to shrink and pull away from pipes, then wet periods make it swell and crush connections. This constant movement stresses buried plumbing year after year. We use flexible connections and expansion fittings where appropriate to handle soil movement without breaking.

Underground pipe repair requires excavation. We dig carefully to expose the damaged section, cut out the broken pipe, and install new pipe with proper fittings and support. For leaks under concrete decking, we sometimes reroute plumbing rather than breaking up expensive hardscape. We discuss options and costs before starting work so you understand what’s involved.

Freeze damage cracks pipes, skimmers, and equipment when water expands as it freezes. Skimmers are especially vulnerable because they hold water that can’t drain away. We repair freeze damage by replacing cracked components and recommend winterization procedures to prevent repeat failures. Weatherford doesn’t freeze often, but when it does, unprotected plumbing suffers significant damage.

Return line leaks at the pool wall are tricky because the fitting is behind the pool surface. These leaks show up as water seeping from around the return fitting or constant bubbles coming from the return. We repair these by removing the return fitting, resealing the connection to the pipe, and reinstalling with proper waterproofing. Sometimes this requires chipping away pool surface material and refinishing after repair.

Valve problems show up as leaks around the valve body, handles that won’t turn, or valves stuck in one position. Three-way valves that control flow to different features wear out from constant use. Actuator valves with automatic controls fail when motors or gears break. We repair valves when possible—replacing o-rings, seals, and diaphragms—or install new valves when the body is cracked or internals are too damaged to rebuild.

PVC pipe repairs use proper solvent welding techniques, not just glue and hope. We cut clean square edges, dry fit components first, apply primer and cement correctly, and hold joints steady while they cure. Rushed PVC work creates weak joints that fail under pressure. We do it right the first time so repairs last for years.

Flexible PVC provides some movement tolerance for areas with active soil. We use it in strategic locations where rigid pipe would crack from ground shifts. Flexible pipe costs more but prevents repeat failures in problematic areas. We explain when flexible pipe makes sense and when standard rigid PVC is fine.

Main drains rarely leak but when they do, repair is expensive because they’re at the deepest point of the pool under the shell. Main drain leaks often require draining the pool, cutting into the bottom, and accessing the plumbing from inside the pool. These are major repairs that we try to avoid by verifying the leak is actually the main drain and not some other plumbing issue first.

Equipment pad plumbing includes all the connections between your pump, filter, heater, and return lines. These are visible and accessible, making repairs straightforward. We replace cracked unions, leaking threaded connections, and damaged check valves without excavation. Proper equipment pad plumbing uses unions at key locations so equipment can be removed for service without cutting pipes.

Pressure testing confirms repairs hold before we backfill excavations. We pressurize the repaired line, monitor pressure for 15 to 30 minutes, and verify no drops occur. This catches imperfect repairs while we can still access the work easily. Backfilling a failed repair means digging up the same area again.

Suction-side leaks pull air into the system, causing the pump to lose prime and reducing circulation. These leaks are harder to find than pressure-side leaks because they don’t spray water—they suck air invisibly. We look for bubbles in the pump basket, listen for air whooshing sounds, and pressure test suction lines to locate these sneaky leaks.

Pool water loss from evaporation is normal—about 1/4 inch per day in Texas heat. Loss exceeding that indicates a leak. We perform bucket tests to verify actual leakage versus evaporation, then locate and repair the source. Not every water loss problem requires plumbing repair—sometimes it’s a simple equipment issue or splash-out from heavy pool use.

Old plumbing systems deteriorate. Twenty-year-old PVC becomes brittle and cracks easily. Threaded connections corrode and seize. Glued joints that were marginal from the start finally fail. We assess overall plumbing condition during repairs and recommend proactive replacement of questionable sections before they fail at inconvenient times.

Multiple simultaneous leaks sometimes indicate a bigger problem—catastrophic freeze damage, major ground movement, or system-wide deterioration. We develop repair plans that address all problems efficiently rather than fixing one leak only to have another fail immediately after.

Plumbing upgrades during repair make sense when we’re already excavating. Adding a line for a future water feature, upsizing undersized pipes for better flow, or installing valves for zone control adds minimal cost when done alongside repairs compared to separate projects later.

Emergency plumbing repairs happen when major leaks flood equipment pads, waste thousands of gallons daily, or prevent pool operation completely. We respond quickly, stop ongoing damage, make temporary repairs if needed, and schedule permanent fixes as soon as possible.

We serve Parker County families dealing with pool plumbing leaks they can’t fix themselves. Whether you’re in Weatherford, Aledo, Brock, or nearby areas, we bring the leak detection skills, excavation equipment, and plumbing expertise to find leaks, repair them permanently, and restore your pool’s plumbing to proper operation without wasting your time or water.