Professional Leak Detection for San Carlos Homes & HOAs — Clean, Precise, Code‑Compliant

In San Carlos, 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.

Townhomes and condos with shared walls need clean, low‑impact detection techniques.

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

Five clues you may have a hidden leak:

1. Mildew odors or persistent humidity in specific rooms.

2. Water meter movement even when all fixtures are closed.

3. Stains on ceilings or bubbling paint along walls.

4. Soft drywall, swollen baseboards, or warped flooring.

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

Why leaks happen:

- 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.

- Slab movement and soil conditions stressing buried pipes.

Our step‑by‑step approach:

Step 1: Acoustic listen and thermal scan to triangulate the leak position.

Step 2: Restore finishes neatly and verify with a final pressure test.

Step 3: Confirm with pressure testing or tracer gas for small, silent leaks.

Step 4: Open a small access point and make a clean, permanent repair.

Step 5: Isolate lines to narrow the suspect branch without opening walls.

Prevention plan for peace of mind:

- Replace old angle stops and braided supplies proactively.

- Install leak alarms under sinks, behind washers, and near water heaters.

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

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

Case snapshot (San Carlos): 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
San Carlos, acting early prevents bigger repairs later.