A hidden leak can quietly damage your home and drive up your water bill for months. RDP Plumbing provides professional leak detection and repair across Atlanta, finding the source first so we open only what we need to. We’re available 24/7.
Signs You May Have a Hidden Leak
- Your water bill is rising, but your water use hasn’t changed.
- You hear running or dripping water when every fixture is off.
- You see stains, bubbling paint, or sagging drywall on a wall or ceiling.
- A section of floor feels warm or damp, or flooring is cupping or lifting.
- Your home has a musty smell or new mold growth.
- Part of your yard stays soggy, even in dry weather.
- Your water pressure has dropped for no clear reason.
How Professional Leak Detection Works
Leaks rarely show up where they start. Water travels along pipes, framing, and concrete before it appears as a stain or puddle. That’s why we find the source before cutting into anything. Our licensed plumbers use professional leak-location tools and pressure testing to narrow the problem to a specific line, then to a specific spot.
Try the Water Meter Test at Home
You can check for a leak yourself before you call. Here’s how:
- Turn off every faucet, shower, and appliance that uses water, including irrigation and the ice maker.
- Find your water meter, usually in a covered box near the street, and note the reading. Many meters also have a small leak indicator dial that spins when water is flowing.
- Wait an hour or two without using any water.
- Check the meter again. If the numbers changed or the indicator moved, water is leaving your plumbing somewhere.
A passed test doesn’t rule out a small drip, and a failed test doesn’t tell you where the leak is. That’s where we come in.
Slab, Wall, and Ceiling Leaks
Slab leaks happen in water lines under a concrete foundation. Wall and ceiling leaks usually come from supply lines, fittings, shower valves, or drain connections behind finished surfaces. Once we confirm the location, we make a targeted opening, repair the pipe, and test it before we close up. If the pipes are failing in many places, we may recommend repiping or rerouting the line instead of patching it again and again.
Water Line Leaks
The main water line between your meter and your house is buried, so a leak there can go unnoticed for a long time. We locate the leak along the line and repair it. When the pipe is old or has leaked before, water line replacement may be the better long-term fix.
Common Leak Situations We See in Atlanta Homes
- Freeze damage. Winter cold snaps can split pipes in crawl spaces, attics, and exterior walls. The leak often shows up after the thaw.
- Aging supply pipes. Older homes may still have galvanized steel or other aging pipe that corrodes from the inside and starts pinhole leaking.
- Shifting clay soil. Georgia red clay swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which can stress buried water lines.
- Ceiling stains below bathrooms. Two-story homes often show leaks as stains under an upstairs bath or laundry room.
- Leaks near the water heater. A puddle by the tank may be the water heater itself or a nearby pipe. We figure out which.
🚨 Active Leak? Call Us 24/7
If water is spraying or pouring, shut off your main water valve, then call us. We’re available day or night to stop the leak and limit damage to your home.
What to Expect
- A licensed plumber who locates the leak before opening walls, floors, or soil.
- Upfront pricing for repair options before any work starts.
- Targeted, careful openings and a clean work area.
- Pressure testing after the repair to confirm the leak is fixed.
- GreenSky financing available if you need water line replacement or repiping.
Our Simple 4-Step Process
- Diagnosis — We perform a thorough inspection to accurately identify the problem.
- Clear Options — We explain the issue and provide you with clear, upfront pricing for repair or replacement options.
- Expert Service — Our licensed plumbers perform the work efficiently and respectfully, treating your property as if it were our own.
- Final Testing — We test the system to ensure perfect operation and clean the work area completely before we leave.
What Our Customers Say
“RDP did an exceptional job locating and repairing my water line leak. It was easy to schedule my service. The technician was prompt, knowledgeable and polite. My repair was affordable and completed in 2 and 1/2 hours. Thanks for a job well done!”
— Kisha Starks, Google review
“RDP Services LLC is a very reliable and professional small business. My water leak finally rectified after two previous companies attempted and failed. I will definitely continue to use RDP services in the near future and highly recommend to my family friends and colleagues.”
— Leisel Ellis, Google review
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Leak Detection FAQs
How can I tell if I have a hidden water leak?
Common clues include a water bill that keeps climbing, the sound of running water when everything is off, damp or warm spots on the floor, stains on walls or ceilings, a musty smell, and low water pressure. The easiest check is a meter test: turn off all water, note the meter, and wait. If it moves, water is escaping somewhere. Our licensed plumbers can pinpoint where.
How do plumbers find leaks without tearing out walls?
We use professional leak-location tools and pressure testing to narrow down where water is escaping before we open anything. Pressure testing tells us which section of piping is losing water. Our locating tools then help us zero in on the spot. That means smaller, targeted openings in drywall, flooring, or soil instead of guesswork and unnecessary damage to your home.
What is a slab leak?
A slab leak is a leak in a water line that runs under or through a home’s concrete foundation. Signs include warm or damp spots on the floor, cracked tile, the sound of running water, and a spinning water meter. Because the pipe is buried in concrete, it’s hard to spot. We locate the leak first, then explain your repair or rerouting options with upfront pricing.
How much does leak detection cost in Atlanta?
The cost depends on where the leak is and how hard it is to reach. A leak under a sink is simple to confirm. A leak under a slab, inside a wall, or along a buried water line takes more testing and locating time. Repair cost depends on what we find. We give you clear, upfront pricing before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
Related Services
- Water Line Replacement: replace a leaking main service line
- Repiping: end repeat leaks from aging pipes
- Pipe Repair: fix burst, frozen, and leaking pipes
- Emergency Plumbing: 24/7 help for active leaks
- Water Heaters: repair or replace a leaking tank
Areas We Serve
We provide leak detection in Atlanta, Buckhead, Brookhaven, Decatur, East Atlanta, Sandy Springs, and Roswell. See all service areas.
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