pipe leak

  1. L

    Fixing old pipework

    Afternoon all This looks like a great forum, my first post! I’ve just bought a house with an old pool (30-40 years). We have a leak - see attached photo in red circle - from an old repair. I’m told it’s difficult and the pool guy I have is reluctant to touch it as doesn’t want to damage the...
  2. dash

    Is a new pump worth it?

    I've been battling pipe leakage for about 2 years, and I've had multiple people recommend replacing my pump. I believe a variable speed pump (of some type) would improve things (water lose & electrical usage), and with it's installation- install new pipes and connectors. I'm looking for some...
  3. P

    SPA Water Receding into Main Pool when the Filter Pump is OFF

    I've been scratching my head on this one. After reading various posts, I performed the following troubleshooting with no resolution: Replaced Check Valve Done a dye method to see if water is leaking in the SPA only (doesn't go anywhere, maybe to slow to detect) Placed valves B and E in the...
  4. H

    How to fix return pulling away from pipe

    Hello, We have had an issue with our pool settling that has caused strain on one of the pipes. One of the return pipes has been pulling away from the fitting at the pool wall. We had someone come fix it in 2020 because it was leaking like crazy. We started to close the pool today, and after...
  5. S

    Plumbing disconnected

    Hi all, I had an emergency today. The pipe running from the pump to the filter dislodged itself while the pool pump was running (see attached photos). I was not at home since I had just moved out this past Saturday (7/16), so the home was vacant (tenant hasn’t moved in yet). Luckily, my...
  6. J

    Advice on water Leak

    I have a 40x20 pool and I think I have a leak in a water pipe. During the winter when the filter is winterized, I have to drain out excess water from the pool, so I don't think there is a leak in the liner. I also used the food coloring test and couldn't find any leaks in the liner. My installer...