Water Leak Detection & Repair in Orinda — Fast, Non‑Invasive, Guaranteed

In Orinda, small leaks rarely stay small. A pinhole in a copper line can soak drywall, warp flooring, and
invite mold long before a puddle appears. Our licensed team uses non‑invasive diagnostics to find the source
quickly and repair it cleanly.

Remodeled kitchens and baths deserve shut‑offs that actually shut off — we test every valve.

Older bungalows and mid‑century homes benefit from proactive valve and supply line upgrades.

Watch for these warning signs:

- Efflorescence or damp lines on foundation walls.

- Stains on ceilings or bubbling paint along walls.

- Soft drywall, swollen baseboards, or warped flooring.

- Mildew odors or persistent humidity in specific rooms.

- Hissing sounds behind walls or near fixtures when water is off.

Why leaks happen:

- Improperly crimped PEX fittings or degraded rubber washers.

- Old galvanized piping rusting from the inside out.

- Worn angle stops, supply lines, and toilet fill valves.

- Over‑pressurized systems without a working PRV or expansion tank.

How we find the exact source without guesswork:

- Tracer gas for ultra‑small leaks where water noise is minimal.

- Thermal imaging to find temperature anomalies around hot‑water lines.

- Acoustic listening to locate pressurized leaks behind walls and under slabs.

- Pressure testing of isolated branches to confirm breaks without demolition.

Prevention plan for peace of mind:

- Replace old angle stops and braided supplies proactively.

- Schedule an annual whole‑home plumbing check to catch small issues early.

- Keep water pressure in spec with a functional pressure‑reducing valve (PRV).

- Know where your main shut‑off is and make sure it turns easily.

Case snapshot (Orinda): A homeowner noticed a warm floor patch near the hallway. Thermal imaging confirmed a
hot‑side slab leak. We isolated the run, performed a clean access repair, and verified with a pressure hold —
all in one day.

Expect tidy work, labeled shut‑offs, and a walkthrough before we leave. If you’re seeing signs of a leak in
Orinda, acting early prevents bigger repairs later.