Nelson Pool Company | Pool Leak Detection and Renovations

How long does it take to fix a pool leak? A structural leak generally takes half a day to complete the first step of a crack injection repair. Then you need another half day to “staple” the cracks together and plaster.  The factors that affect the time to fix the leak depend on the type of leak and the extent of the damage. This assessment of the leak problem can be assessed better with a pool leak inspection . Can concrete pools leak? Yes, they can. There are three major types of concrete pool leaks. Aside from the structural leaks, there are fitting leaks and plumbing leaks. What causes cracking in structural concrete? Structural leaks causing damage to the integrity of the pool shell is due to any of the following: Poor structural design Settling of the soil underneath Extreme temperature changes Terrain shift, such as earthquakes Groundwater seepage These structural cracks may be minor, hairline cracks or deeper ones. How do you fix hairline cracks in the pool? For an easier fi...

Pool leaks can be grating, especially when you don’t know where the leak is coming from. While it is normal for swimming pools to get marred from time to time, that doesn’t make fixing pool leaks any less of a hassle. This article shares everything you need to know about pool leaks. From identifying pool leaks to fixing them, learn here how to get your swimming pool back in tip-top shape again. Swimming pools naturally lose some water due to evaporation or splash-out. However, you might find the level of your pool losing more than one inch every week. If that's the case, then you may have a leak that is worth spending some time and money to repair. Pools can leak through fittings or accessories, plumbing, or shell. It is important to pay attention to pool leaks to save water, heat, and chemicals. Controlling pool leaks can also prevent any future damage to your pool’s structural components. There are easy steps to repairing pool leaks. But if you can’t take care of the problem your...

If your pool is losing an inch or more water per day, you know that it is leaking somewhere. Water loss is a major telltale sign that there is a leak, and usually, the skimmer lines, which draw water from your pool to be filtered, cleaned and returned, are the culprit. Leaks in your pool’s skimmers can cause structural problems if you do not pay attention to them immediately. They also cost lots of money to repair, so finding out if your pool leaks are coming from your skimmers and fixing them right away are crucial in maintaining the health of your pool—and your pocket-- in the long run. Tips for Finding Skimmer Leaks The purpose of a pool skimmer is to catch the larger debris from your pool water as it begins to circulate through your filtration system. Since a huge percentage of your pool water flows through the skimmer as it makes its way to your filter, a leak in this part of your pool poses serious problems to your property. If you have a gunite pool, you can find th...

Why does your pool leak? Just like any part of your home, you must maintain your pool if you don’t want problems to develop over time. One of the potential issues you must be aware of is leak. Here are some of the most common reasons your pool leaks: ·         Temperature Temperature changes can cause your pool to deteriorate over time. This happens as frozen water causes cracks and other damages to your pool. You may not be able to notice these problems until you start your pool back up as the weather gets warmer. ·         Chemicals While they may contain bacteria and other elements that may contaminate your water. Yes, they protect swimmers, but when you do not use these chemicals as you should, then you are only harming your pool. At Nelson Pool Company, we know how hard it can be to maintain your pool at the right chemical levels. However, we cannot emphasize enough how important a correct balance is when using these chemic...