In Hawaii, swimming pools can be enjoyed year-round, which maximizes the potential for your family’s fun in the sun. However, if the water starts leaking, your pool parties may take a turn for the worst. To help you stay one step ahead of such a scenario, M & M Pool Services in Honolulu, HI, suggests keeping an eye out for the following pool repair warning signs. 

Pool Repair Team Lists 3 Ways to Identify Leaks

1. Check the Equipment Pad

To stay clean, comfortable and functional, your swimming pool relies on a variety of gadgets. These tools, including a pump, filter, chlorinator, and possibly even a heater, are all confined to one area called an equipment pad. If you suspect your pool has a leak, head over to this area first. Carefully inspect the pipes, tanks, and valves for signs of spraying or dripping water. If the leak lies in one of these pieces and not in the pool walls, it will be easier to fix. 

2. Perform a Thorough Inspection

Next, walk around the pool and take a close look at the surrounding surfaces. If any areas are wet or show signs of water damage, such as sunken soil or cracked concrete, these may point to a leak from inside your pool. Families with vinyl liner pools should also inspect the skimmers, returns, lights, and fittings for rips and other signs of wear and tear. 

3. Conduct a Test

Some reduction in your pool’s water level is normal because of evaporation caused by the sun’s rays. Luckily, there is a way to tell the difference between a standard dip in the water level and a leak. Mark the water level by your pool’s skimmer with a piece of tape and come back in 24 hours. If the water level has decreased by more than ¼ of an inch, a leak is likely to blame. 

To find out what’s really going on with your swimming pool, contact the professionals at the family-owned and -operated M & M Pool Services for help. They have experience with both in-ground and vinyl liner pools and will help you get to the root of your leakage problem as soon as possible. For more information on their pool repair offerings, visit the website. You can also call (808) 375-6816 to schedule an appointment anywhere on Oahu.