So I just want to preface this thread with a shout out to the search function on this site and the great help that has already been provided by members here!
My pool has been up and running for about 5 weeks now, and for some reason my water levels were dropping 1/2" to 1" per day. Fast enough to think there might be a leak, but with this Florida heat and stronger than normal winds with daily showers, I was on the fence about evaporation also.
Long story short, I tried the bucket test on a few occasions but was still not 100% confident due to sporadic rains, wind, and splash out from my kids. I finally called the PB and asked if they could send out a leak detection crew to just ease my paranoia some. To my surprise, they had a sub out here within 4 hours to test for leaks. After a dye test they quickly found some (more than some) leakage around the seals in the main drains. He promptly put on his diving gear and went in and applied an epoxy around the affected areas.
As a precaution they also checked the skimmer/main lines and returns and didn't find any issues along the plumbing. After almost 48 hours, my water level has remained consistent with less than 3/4 inch loss. And more importantly, I'm not constantly checking CYA, CH, and Salt as they have stabilized dramatically.
I am posting as a reminder to all of us new owners of pools that being paranoid sometimes saves in the long run!
My pool has been up and running for about 5 weeks now, and for some reason my water levels were dropping 1/2" to 1" per day. Fast enough to think there might be a leak, but with this Florida heat and stronger than normal winds with daily showers, I was on the fence about evaporation also.
Long story short, I tried the bucket test on a few occasions but was still not 100% confident due to sporadic rains, wind, and splash out from my kids. I finally called the PB and asked if they could send out a leak detection crew to just ease my paranoia some. To my surprise, they had a sub out here within 4 hours to test for leaks. After a dye test they quickly found some (more than some) leakage around the seals in the main drains. He promptly put on his diving gear and went in and applied an epoxy around the affected areas.
As a precaution they also checked the skimmer/main lines and returns and didn't find any issues along the plumbing. After almost 48 hours, my water level has remained consistent with less than 3/4 inch loss. And more importantly, I'm not constantly checking CYA, CH, and Salt as they have stabilized dramatically.
I am posting as a reminder to all of us new owners of pools that being paranoid sometimes saves in the long run!
