Swimming Pool Leaks

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Pool filter loses prime when shut off
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by dmorgan » Mon 27 Sep, 2010 10:38

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I have a 14 year old pool with a hayward super pump and a triton tr-60 sand filter. Pump was new last year with new attachments (impeller etc.) up to...

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You seem to have a suction side air leak
Check your pump basket lid "O" ring (lubricate with silicon grease) and joints on the suction...
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Last post by Denniswiseman
Mon 19 Mar, 2018 15:51
IN GROUND RETURN LINE LEAK

by rodm » Mon 27 Feb, 2017 20:47

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Hi, everyone I just found your site and was hoping someone might be able to help. So here goes. I have an in ground concrete pool here in Florida, I...

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There is a repair tube for exactly that job, It's made in the USA and I have one sitting right next to me on my desk.
Look up "The...

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Last post by Teapot
Mon 12 Mar, 2018 17:40
Is this really a leak?
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by zerenia » Thu 15 Feb, 2018 13:02

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New pool owner - just bought a home with a swimming pool. Have a 26 X 12 (more or less) in-ground pool, built around the year 2000. Filter is a...

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No problem Zerenia, I am a pool Pro here in the UK and also some work in France, I take pride in what I do and really do not like those who try to...
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Sat 10 Mar, 2018 16:36
Leak in light niche. Please help, desperate for good advice

by lhoward31 » Thu 22 Feb, 2018 16:03

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Hello,

I'm new here. I found this forum while researching a solution to our problem

I'm not having much luck at all, even after having a leak...

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I do understand, Absolutely no way would I allow Co No1 back anywhere near, they do not sound a professional company, just a rip off bunch.
The...

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Fri 23 Feb, 2018 13:12
Diagnosing main drain leak

by sartor » Sat 17 Feb, 2018 18:41

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Hello,

I have a relatively large pool (30' x 50', 50K gallons), with the pump/cartridge filter located about 2-3 feet *above* the height of the...

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But then I suppose that even with a line turned off at the Jandy valve, but *not* plugged off back at the skimmer/main drain, water could/would still...

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Mon 19 Feb, 2018 02:53
Can't find leak anywhere

by BJH » Sat 07 Oct, 2017 20:18

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Hi, I'm at a loss. I have inground saltwater pool approximately 45000 litres. The water level drops dramatically overnight and stops about half a...

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Some plumbing leaks are easy to find. If you have a leaking faucet or fractured pipe, you’ll be able to see it. Unfortunately, these aren’t the only...

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Fri 09 Feb, 2018 03:19
Pool losing water but no leaks found

by b8tes2 » Fri 20 Oct, 2017 09:11

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My small (approx. 5K gal.) IG fiberglass pool is losing water at a rate of about 4" in 24 hours. A leak detection company check the pool and all...

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If you continue to let the water leak does it stop somewhere you can then identify the height of the leak
What is the position of your pump and...

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Fri 20 Oct, 2017 11:30
Leak?

by randypape » Fri 13 Oct, 2017 00:44

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Hello I'm losing about 1 1/4 inch of water in a 24 hour period With the pump running. I lose about a half inch of water in a 24 hour period With the...

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I'm not sure if it has one of those valves because I have a vinyl liner in this pool. I used to get air and had a the plumbing leak which I fixed ....

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Fri 13 Oct, 2017 09:20
Multiple small holes in vinyl liner

Attachment(s) by bajaracerx » Tue 19 Sep, 2017 10:45

Had a new vinyl liner installed in spring of 2012. While installing, i noticed a number of large protruding bumps in liner.Installer told me it was...

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Tue 19 Sep, 2017 10:45
leak too close to call?

by luigy39 » Fri 15 Sep, 2017 19:19

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I've have been a pool owner for only 2 years and I have been visiting these forums for some time to learn how to take care of my pool, but this is my...

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I can't comment on the Diamond bright finish as I have a fibreglass pool
It seems that you are well on the way with your testing but if the leak is...

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Sun 17 Sep, 2017 16:34
Leak in the main drain return

by nathanj » Fri 14 Apr, 2017 05:34

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Pool has had a slow leak the past several seasons, unable to be found by local pool repair folks. Over the winter, water level was lowered to below...

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Haven't you tried contacting the experienced plumber for it. Last week, my aunt has also complained about the leak in the main drain and was facing...

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Wed 30 Aug, 2017 23:22
Need advice on next step for leak

by Challenger13 » Thu 29 Jun, 2017 09:33

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20x40 vinyl everything but pool walls replaced 5 years ago. Rather suddenly I noticed a loss of a little under 1/2 every 12 hours . I had just added...

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hello,
did you figure this out,,, I have the same problem?

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Mon 28 Aug, 2017 20:51
Diagnosing an inground pool leak?

by NoPool4U » Mon 05 Jul, 2010 16:17

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Hi,

Over the last 24h I noticed the pool lost about 3 inches of water. That seems more than usual, so I was wondering if maybe there is a leak...

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If your Plumbing leaks and the contractor denies to repair it under the warranty , then what steps must be taken for leak repair ?

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Last post by RomanHeber
Tue 15 Aug, 2017 05:25
Can't find leak in liner

by macb » Fri 04 Aug, 2017 10:12

I have an above ground pool with a small leak in it. I lose about 2-3" of water per day. I have tried using dye to find the leak, but have not...

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Last post by macb
Fri 04 Aug, 2017 10:12
Filling Excavation under concrete

by GoCards » Sat 03 Jun, 2017 06:31

We had a leak and opted not to break up concrete. We had them tunnel underneath and make repair. What is the best way to fill space without voids?

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Sat 03 Jun, 2017 06:31
Leak - Liner FLoat

by teebox07221 » Sun 28 May, 2017 10:32

We have an inground liner pool. Upon opening this year we recognized the main skimmer was busted. Upon replacing it professionally we opened the pool...

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Sun 28 May, 2017 10:32
Leaking at return

by RonniSwims » Tue 16 May, 2017 13:46

So...I've had my above ground pool up a few days now, and there is a slow leak at the return. What kind of glue/sealant can I use DURING THE LEAKING...

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Tue 16 May, 2017 13:46
Pool leak trying to find where

by pvplushie » Sun 14 May, 2017 18:24

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ok i have a inground pool cement with looks like vinal side over the cement on the wall has 3 return jets going back on 1 1 1/2 inch tube and 2...

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You can dismiss the skimmers to the pump as the water went below and you aren't getting any air pulled in on the suction side also the lights
I...

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Mon 15 May, 2017 03:16
Bubbles in return, water loss

by Abateman » Sun 14 May, 2017 14:55

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Opening pool for the first time, I am a new pool owner. We have bubbles in the return lines, have water loss when the pool is running, therefore I...

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Are you talking about the pool skimmer or the pump basket
If you are talking about the pool skimmer then the water needs to be higher between 1/2 to...

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Sun 14 May, 2017 16:43
Fix-A-Leak only partially working... advice?

by danielb78 » Mon 01 May, 2017 10:48

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Hi, everyone! I have an in-ground pool that has a leak in the pipes leading from the pump to the pool. Leaking is only noticeable when I have my pump...

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Fix A Leak is iffy at best and certainly not the way to repair a leak in a pressure (return) line. I'm afraid you're gonna have to bite the bullet...

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Thu 11 May, 2017 07:04

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