There’s nothing worse than realizing your pool might be leaking. You keep topping off the water, the bills are creeping up, and you’re left wondering if it’s the liner, the plumbing, or something else entirely. Don’t stress—RI Pool Pros has your back. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, we specialize in pool leak detection across Rhode Island, from Providence to Warwick, Cranston to Newport. We’ve seen (and fixed) every type of leak a pool can throw our way.
Let’s walk through how you can spot a leak, why it’s important to act fast, and how we solve the problem once and for all.
How to Tell If Your Pool Has a Leak

Not every drop of lost water is a leak, some is just evaporation, especially during hot, windy days. But if you find yourself filling up your pool more than once a week, it’s time to question.
Here are signs you might have a leak:
- You’re adding more than 1-2 inches of water per week
- Wet spots or mushy ground around your pool deck
- Air bubbles coming out of the return jets
- Cracks in the pool floor, tiles, or walls
- A sudden spike in your water bill
- The water level drops quickly overnight
You can also do the bucket test. Fill a bucket with pool water, set it on a pool step, and mark the water levels inside and outside the bucket. Wait 24 hours. If the pool water drops more than the bucket water, you’ve likely got a leak.
Why Fast Leak Detection Matters

We’ve seen it too many times, someone ignores a small leak, thinking it’s no big deal. Months later, they’re dealing with a washed-out pool base, broken plumbing, or even structural damage.
Here’s what a leak can cause if left unchecked:
- Soil erosion under the pool (which can lead to collapse or cracks)
- Liner wrinkles or floating liner from water getting underneath
- Damage to the pump or filter from running dry
- Higher chemical and heating costs
Leaks don’t fix themselves. Catching them early can save you thousands in repairs.
Our Proven Pool Leak Detection Process

At RI Pool Pros, we don’t guess, we find the exact problem and fix it. Here’s how we do it:
1. Visual Inspection
We start by walking your entire pool area, checking for obvious signs: cracks, wet spots, loose tiles, or any unusual changes.
2. Pressure Testing
We pressurize your plumbing lines (returns, skimmers, main drains) to check for drops in pressure. This tells us if the leak is in the plumbing.
3. Dye Testing
If the liner or structure might be the issue, we use a special dye to see if water is escaping through cracks, tears, or around fittings. This is often done underwater.
4. Electronic Leak Detection
For stubborn leaks, we use specialized equipment to listen for underground water movement or pinpoint liner breaches.
5. Repair Plan
Once we’ve found the source, we’ll walk you through repair options. Whether it’s a simple liner patch, a new fitting gasket, or underground pipe repair, we’ve got the tools and experience to do it right.
Types of Pool Leaks We Handle

Leaks can hide in all kinds of places. Good news? We know where to look.
- Vinyl liner tears or seam separations
- Leaky skimmer throats or return jets
- Main drain or floor fitting leaks
- Cracked underground pipes
- Loose light niches or faceplates
- Pump/filter/plumbing connection leaks
Whether it’s an older vinyl pool in Coventry or a saltwater setup in Narragansett, we’ll find the leak and fix it fast.
Why Choose RI Pool Pros for Leak Detection in RI?
- 20+ Years of Experience: We’ve tracked down and repaired leaks in every kind of inground pool setup imaginable.
- Statewide Service: We serve homeowners all over Rhode Island—big towns, small ones, and everything in between.
- Specialized Equipment: We invest in the tools that make detection fast and accurate. No guesswork.
- Full-Service Solutions: We don’t just find the problem—we fix it, patch it, and make sure it holds.
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If the leak comes back, so do we. We don’t stop until it’s solved.
When you call us, you’re not getting a kid with a pool pole. You’re getting a seasoned pro who treats your pool like their own.
Stop the Leak Before It Gets Worse
Don’t let a leak ruin your summer—or your pool.
Call RI Pool Pros at (401) 743-3627 or request a quote online. We’ll get you on the schedule fast and track that leak down before it turns into a bigger issue.
Whether you’re in Providence, Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, or anywhere else in the Ocean State—we’ll find it, fix it, and make it right.
RI Pool Pros – No Problems, Only Solutions.