LEAK DETECTION & & REPAIR
A plumbing leak isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it’s a dripping pipe under the sink. Other times, the first sign is a higher water bill, a damp cabinet, a stain on the wall, or the sound of water running when everything is turned off.
Pro Veterans Plumbing provides professional leak detection and plumbing repair throughout Leander and the Greater Austin area. We’ll help locate the source of the problem, explain what we find, and recommend the right repair—without pushing work you don’t need.
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Where Plumbing Leaks Can Hide
Water doesn’t always appear directly beneath the source of a leak. It can travel along pipes, framing, flooring, and other building materials before becoming visible.
Behind Walls
Supply piping and connections can leak without being visible.
Under Sinks & Cabinets
Small leaks around supply lines, shutoff valves, faucets, and drain connections can slowly damage cabinets and surrounding materials.
Beneath Floors
Leaks below flooring may show up as moisture, staining, damaged flooring, or unusually warm areas.
Around Fixtures
Toilets, tubs, showers, sinks, and faucets have multiple connections where leaks can develop.
Water Supply Lines
Pressurized water lines can develop leaks at fittings, joints, valves, or along the piping itself.
Beneath the Foundation
Leaks beneath a home's concrete slab can be difficult to locate without professional diagnosis.
Our Plumbing Leak Services
From visible leaks to hidden plumbing problems, we provide the detection and repair services needed to find the source and help protect your home.
Visible Plumbing Leaks
Not every leak is hidden. Dripping faucets, leaking toilets, wet supply lines, and exposed pipe leaks can waste water and damage surrounding materials if they're left unresolved.
We can diagnose and repair:
- Faucet and fixture leaks
- Toilet leaks
- Under-sink plumbing leaks
- Water supply line leaks
- Valve and connection leaks
- Exposed pipe repairs
Hidden Leak Detection
Not every leak leaves a puddle. Water can travel behind walls, beneath cabinets, through ceilings, and under flooring before becoming visible somewhere else.
Signs can include:
- Damp walls or ceilings
- Moisture beneath cabinets
- Unexplained wet areas
- Musty or damp odors
- Sounds of running water
- Unexplained water usage
Pipe & Connection Leaks
A leak can develop where pipes join, around valves and fittings, or within aging or damaged plumbing lines.
We inspect for problems such as:
- Damaged pipe sections
- Leaking fittings
- Loose or failing connections
- Shutoff valve leaks
- Supply-line problems
- Aging plumbing components
Water Damage Investigation
Seeing water doesn't always tell you where it came from. We'll help trace the likely plumbing source so the leak itself can be addressed before repairing drywall, flooring, cabinets, or other surrounding damage.
We look for:
- Moisture sources
- Unexplained stains
- Recurring dampness
- Water-damage patterns
- Likely plumbing sources
- Appropriate repair options
Think You Have a Hidden Water Leak?
Know the Signs Before It Gets Worse.
Some leaks are obvious. Others leave clues long before you actually see water. If you’re noticing any of these signs, it’s time to have your plumbing checked.
- An unexplained increase in your water bill
- The sound of running water when fixtures are off
- Damp flooring, carpet, or cabinetry
- Water stains on walls or ceilings
- Musty odors or unexplained moisture
- Warm or damp areas on flooring
- Reduced or changing water pressure
- Mold or mildew in unusual places
- Water pooling near the foundation
- Water meter moving when no water is being used
Water Shouldn’t Be a Mystery.
If you suspect a leak but can’t see where it’s coming from, that’s exactly when professional leak detection matters.
Pro V Homeowner Tips
A few simple habits can help you spot plumbing problems earlier and potentially limit water damage.
Know Your Main Shutoff
Everyone in your household should know where the home's main water shutoff is located.
Check Under Sinks
Look periodically for moisture, corrosion, staining, or swelling around supply lines, shutoff valves, faucets, and drain connections.
Check Around Your Toilets
Look for moisture around the base and listen for a toilet that continues running when it shouldn't.
Watch Your Water Bill
A sudden unexplained increase in water usage may be worth investigating.
PRO V HOT TIP
Your water meter can sometimes provide an important clue that water is moving through the plumbing when it shouldn't be.
Our 4-Step Leak Detection Process
1. Listen & Inspect
We start with what you've noticed and inspect accessible plumbing, fixtures, connections, and affected areas.
2. Locate
We use the appropriate diagnostic methods to narrow down the likely source of the leak.
3. Explain
We'll explain what we found, what appears to have failed, and what repair options make sense.
4. Repair
With your approval, we'll complete the appropriate plumbing repair and address the source of the leak.
FIND IT ★ EXPLAIN IT ★ FIX IT
Repair the Leak Not More Than You Need To
Finding a leak doesn’t automatically mean you need extensive plumbing replacement.
Our job is to identify the problem, evaluate the surrounding plumbing, and explain what makes sense.
A Local Repair May Make Sense When:
✓ The problem is isolated
✓ The surrounding piping is in good condition
✓ A fitting, valve, connection, or small section has failed
✓ There isn’t a pattern of recurring problems
✓ A localized repair provides a practical solution
A Larger Repair May Make Sense When:
✓ The plumbing is significantly deteriorated
✓ Leaks continue occurring in the same system
✓ Multiple pipe sections show corrosion or damage
✓ Repairing one area is unlikely to solve the underlying problem
✓ The cost of repeated repairs no longer makes sense
We’ll show you what we find, explain your options, and let you make the decision.
Could It Be a Slab Leak?
A slab leak occurs when plumbing beneath or within a home’s concrete foundation develops a leak.
Because the piping is concealed, the first warning signs may appear somewhere other than directly above the damaged pipe.
Possible Signs of a Slab Leak
- Unexplained water usage or a higher water bill
- Warm areas on the floor
- Damp or damaged flooring
- Water appearing near the foundation
- The sound of running water when fixtures are off
- Reduced or changing water pressure
- Water-meter activity when nothing should be using water
Suspect a Slab Leak?
Don’t start tearing into flooring or concrete based on a guess. The first step is determining whether a plumbing leak exists and narrowing down its likely location.
Why Homeowners Choose Pro Veterans Plumbing
20+ Years of Plumbing Experience
Our team brings decades of hands-on plumbing experience to diagnosing and repairing residential plumbing problems.
Master Plumber
Pro Veterans Plumbing operates under Texas Master Plumber RMP 44795.
Veteran-Owned & Family-Run
We’re a local plumbing company serving Leander and surrounding communities.
Honest Recommendations
We’ll explain what we find and what we believe makes sense—without pushing unnecessary work.
Professional Repairs
Our team uses dependable materials and professional plumbing practices.
Free Estimates
We’ll help you understand the problem and your options before approved work begins.
Is Your Leak
an Emergency?
Some leaks can wait for a scheduled service appointment. Others need attention right away.
Call us right away if you have:
✓ A burst or actively spraying pipe
✓ Rapidly accumulating water
✓ Water near electrical components
✓ A leak you cannot control with a fixture shutoff
✓ Significant water coming through a wall or ceiling
✓ A major plumbing-line failure
If You Can Safely Stop the Water
Shut off the affected fixture or your home’s main water supply while you wait for help. Don’t enter standing water near electrical equipment or attempt repairs that could put you at risk.
24/7 Emergency Plumbing
Leak Detection & Repair FAQs
Common warning signs include an unexplained increase in your water bill, water stains, recurring moisture, damp flooring, musty odors, the sound of running water, or water-meter activity when fixtures are off.
These symptoms don’t necessarily identify where the leak is located, which is why proper diagnosis matters.
Yes. Water-supply piping and plumbing connections often run inside walls and ceilings.
Water can also travel along framing and other building materials, so the location where you see moisture may not be the location where the leak started.
A slab leak generally refers to a plumbing leak beneath or within a home’s concrete slab foundation.
Because the plumbing isn’t readily accessible, diagnosing the source may require additional investigation.
It can, particularly when a pressurized water-supply line is continuously losing water.
However, increased water usage can have several causes, so a higher bill by itself doesn’t prove you have a slab leak.
Yes. Pro Veterans Plumbing provides both leak detection and plumbing repair.
The appropriate repair depends on the location, type, accessibility, and condition of the affected plumbing.
Not necessarily.
An isolated plumbing failure may only require a localized repair. If we find repeated failures or widespread deterioration, we’ll explain whether a larger repair or repiping should be considered.
It depends on how severe the leak is and whether you can safely control the water.
A burst pipe, rapidly accumulating water, water near electrical components, or another significant uncontrolled leak should be addressed immediately.
Pro Veterans Plumbing offers 24/7 emergency plumbing service for problems that can’t wait.
Think You Have a Plumbing Leak?
Don’t wait for a small water problem to become a bigger one.
You don’t need to know exactly where the leak is before you call. Tell us what you’re seeing, hearing, or noticing, and we’ll help determine what’s happening and recommend the right next step.
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Based in Leander — Serving Northern Travis and Williamson County.
