Evaporation Happens
It's normal for your pool to lose about a quarter of an inch a day to evaporation. Covered pools lose even less. The weather also controls evaporation.
But...
If you find yourself filling your pool with two or three inches daily, there is a great chance you are experiencing an undetected leak.
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Always consider the possibility a leak has developed when your pool is loosing water, no one likes having to pay an increased water bill.
It can become a difficult task if you opt to not utilize the leak detection services of a licensed pool professional.
Using the leak detection services of a licensed professional is quite important, as professionals we will help you determine the state of your swimming pool.
Professional Leak Detection
How to check for leaks on your own
Leaks come from different directions. Heres a process that should help you find the root cause.
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Begin by checking all fittings for loose parts. This includes ladders, diving boards, skimmer assembly and other pool accessories.
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Check the step corners for little cracks in the plaster in cement and gunite pools.
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Check the surface of the pool walls for possible cracks.
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Look for loose tiles around the water line and other parts of the pool.
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Make sure the pool's lights and their canisters are tight.
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Next, take a good look at the skimmer assembly. It should be tight with the water level about two-thirds above the bottom of the assembly. If the water level is lower, it may be the result of a break in the pipe that takes in water.
You can look at the filter on the pump system and check all hoses and fittings. Water on the floor of the pump area indicates a leak in that system.
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The drain is harder to check. A loose connection to that line may also be the cause of a slow leak. If you find water under the deck, check for a broken or cracked pipe in the area where water is present.
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Any of these problems must be fixed immediately to avoid further water loss and damage.
