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How to handle a suspected pool leak is described in [https://www.troublefreepool.com/content/150-leak-detection Leak Detection] in TFP Pool School. | How to handle a suspected pool leak is described in [https://www.troublefreepool.com/content/150-leak-detection Leak Detection] in TFP Pool School. | ||
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==Water Leak Detection== | ==Water Leak Detection== | ||
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==Water Leak Repair== | ==Water Leak Repair== | ||
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| + | [https://intheswim.com/p/gp-tools-cord-stopper-g-p-1-light-niche-120v/389953.html Cord Stoppers] come in different sizes, and can and should be rated for the voltage. If you have multiple wires, these [https://www.gandptools.com/Catalog.html Dual Wire Cord Stoppers] are also available. | ||
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| + | Another solution is [https://www.poolzoom.com/conduit-butyl-tape.html Anderson Conduit Butyl Tape]. However, the water level will need to be lowered and the niche will have to be dried. <ref>https://www.troublefreepool.com/threads/pool-leak.286965/post-2516055</ref> | ||
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| + | Last ditch solution is to use LeakMaster by Anderson...see next paragraph. | ||
===Pool Repair Epoxy Putty=== | ===Pool Repair Epoxy Putty=== | ||
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Anderson Manufacturing has a [https://www.leaktools.com/fitting-repair.html Fitting Saver System] that utilizes expandable rubber gaskets to fit the most popular pool fittings and seal leaks in the pipe joint and fitting body. | Anderson Manufacturing has a [https://www.leaktools.com/fitting-repair.html Fitting Saver System] that utilizes expandable rubber gaskets to fit the most popular pool fittings and seal leaks in the pipe joint and fitting body. | ||
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[[File:Anderson Manufacturing Kwik Repair coupler.jpg|150px|thumb]] | [[File:Anderson Manufacturing Kwik Repair coupler.jpg|150px|thumb]] | ||
PVC lines can be repaired by using a [https://www.leaktools.com/kwik-repair-fittings.html coupler with a sliding sleeve] to repair a pipe without bending or flexing of the existing pipe. | PVC lines can be repaired by using a [https://www.leaktools.com/kwik-repair-fittings.html coupler with a sliding sleeve] to repair a pipe without bending or flexing of the existing pipe. | ||
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| + | They are available to fit pipes form 1/2" to 3". | ||
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| + | [https://www.leaktools.com/pipe-repair-fittings.html Pipe Repair] extender fittings can be used when replacing a standard glued in fitting, valve, etc. It extends the length of the new fitting so it can be re-glued onto the existing pipe. One end of this fitting goes over existing PVC pipe the other fits inside another plumbing fitting. Use this to repair plumbing or replace fittings where at least 1-1/4" of exposed pipe remains. | ||
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| + | An inside connector can join two pieces of schedule 40 PVC pipe together. Use when pipe has been cut off flush with concrete or buried underground. | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:02, 21 March 2025
Water Leaks in a Pool
How to handle a suspected pool leak is described in Leak Detection in TFP Pool School.
In this thread Texas Splash describes how he found the leak in his fiberglass pool.
Water Leak Detection
Anderson Manufacturing has many products for leak detection and repair.
Water Leak Repair
Light Niche Conduit Leak
Cord Stoppers come in different sizes, and can and should be rated for the voltage. If you have multiple wires, these Dual Wire Cord Stoppers are also available.
Another solution is Anderson Conduit Butyl Tape. However, the water level will need to be lowered and the niche will have to be dried. [1]
Last ditch solution is to use LeakMaster by Anderson...see next paragraph.
Pool Repair Epoxy Putty
LeakMaster by Anderson pool repair putty[2] is an epoxy leak repair material for topical concrete and fiberglass pool repair. It is available at Amazon and other retailers.
Flexible Sealer
Flexible nitrile rubber-based sealant provides a strong adhesive bond to most any material found around the swimming pool, even vinyl. Squeeze from the tube directly onto the material to be sealed. Flexible Sealer will skin over in seconds allowing it to be flattened with a wet finger. Cures flexible in minutes to hours depending on application thickness.
- Seal vinyl leaks with or without a patch.
- Seal between liner and face plates or fittings.
- Use as a thread sealant or on small suction side plumbing leaks.
- Seal small cracks in gunite or plaster.
- Can be applied underwater.
Fitting Repair
Anderson Manufacturing has a Fitting Saver System that utilizes expandable rubber gaskets to fit the most popular pool fittings and seal leaks in the pipe joint and fitting body.
Pipe Repair Coupler
PVC lines can be repaired by using a coupler with a sliding sleeve to repair a pipe without bending or flexing of the existing pipe.
They are available to fit pipes form 1/2" to 3".
Pipe Repair Fittings
Pipe Repair extender fittings can be used when replacing a standard glued in fitting, valve, etc. It extends the length of the new fitting so it can be re-glued onto the existing pipe. One end of this fitting goes over existing PVC pipe the other fits inside another plumbing fitting. Use this to repair plumbing or replace fittings where at least 1-1/4" of exposed pipe remains.
An inside connector can join two pieces of schedule 40 PVC pipe together. Use when pipe has been cut off flush with concrete or buried underground.
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