If your swimming pool springs a leak—even a small one—it could cause you to lose hundreds of gallons of water per week. This is a drain on your utility bills. Therefore, if you notice your water levels slipping, call a waterproofing professional to inspect this hardscaping feature for any holes or cracks.

How to Know If Your Swimming Pool Needs Better Waterproofing

1. Change in Water Level

The water in your pool can evaporate under the hot sun. It could also get splashed out during family fun times. However, if you're constantly filling your pool, the matter bears investigation, especially if your water bills are high compared to last year's.

2. Standing Water

When your pool leaks, the water has to go somewhere. Look for nearby puddles on your lawn that accumulate water even when it hasn’t recently rained. You might notice grass that’s soft, mushy, or uneven. Additionally, the soil may erode, causing your landscaping to shift.

3. Pool Damage

Changes to the landscaping can also further contribute to problems with your pool. For example, the bottom may develop cracks or tiles may fall off the sides. The plumbing attached to your system may develop rust from water exposure.

4. Drop in Chemical Levels

With a leaking pool, it's much more difficult to keep chemical levels balanced. After all, in addition to losing water, you're losing chlorine, which can cause a dip in pH. This can lead to algae growth. Since chlorine also kills bacteria, like salmonella, not having enough of it can make your pool unsafe to swim in. Nearby plants may also suffer since they are not used to being infused with chlorine.

 

If you need reliable waterproofing for your pool, trust Jaco Waterproofing. Renowned as a leading basement and foundation repair contractor in the Cincinnati and Indianapolis areas with over 40 years in business, they specialize in both residential and commercial waterproofing and repair. To have a professional technician evaluate your specific challenges, call today at (317) 721-9379 for Indianapolis or (513) 738-0084 to reach their Cincinnati, OH, location. Visit their website for more on their offerings.