Leak Detection & Repair · Tigard, OR
Leak Detection and Repair in Tigard, OR: We Find the Leak You Can't See
Your water bill keeps climbing. The meter is still running with every faucet off. But nothing in the house looks wet. That's a hidden leak, and we find those every week here in Tigard. We use leak detection tools to pinpoint the exact spot without tearing up your home, then repair the leak during the same visit whenever we can.
- Leak detection and repair in one visit
- Licensed and insured in Oregon
- Upfront pricing before any work starts
Do This First
Is Water Leaking Right Now? Do This 5‑Minute Meter Test
You can find out if you have a leak before you call anyone. Here's how.
- Turn off all water in the house. Every faucet, shower, toilet, dishwasher, washer, ice maker and sprinkler.
- Find your water meter. In Tigard it's usually in a box with a lid near the street or sidewalk in front of your home.
- Open the lid and look at the dial. Most meters have a small triangle or star shaped wheel. This is the leak indicator.
- Watch it for 2 to 3 minutes. If the little wheel is spinning or the numbers move, water is leaking somewhere.
Check your toilets too. Put a few drops of food coloring in the toilet tank. Wait 15 minutes without flushing. If color shows up in the bowl, the toilet is leaking. The City of Tigard gives out free dye tablets at City Hall for this test.
Meter Still Moving?
The leak is somewhere between your meter and your fixtures. That's where we come in.
Call (503) 506-0396 We'll find out where the water is going.Warning Signs
Signs You Have a Hidden Water Leak
Your usage didn't change, but the bill went up month after month. Or it doubled overnight. A slow, hidden leak is the most common reason.
You got a letter or alert from the City of Tigard saying their readings show water flowing nonstop. That means water is moving through your meter even when no one is using it.
This is the clearest sign there is. If the meter moves when nothing is on, water is escaping somewhere.
Water stains, bubbling paint, a sagging ceiling or a damp spot in the attic. Pipes inside walls and ceilings can leak for weeks before you see it.
One area of grass stays wet, grows faster or turns greener than the rest. Or water bubbles up out of the ground. This usually points to a leak in the line from your meter to your house.
Low pressure in one zone, water pooling near a sprinkler head or a valve that won't fully shut off. Irrigation leaks are some of the most common outdoor leaks we find.
A hissing or trickling sound in the walls or under the floor is a leak you can hear before you can see it.
If one area of your floor feels warm, a hot water line under the concrete may be leaking. Learn more about slab leak detection in Tigard.
Common Locations
Where Leaks Hide in Tigard Homes
Can't tell where it's coming from? That's our job. We find the source and show you exactly where it is.
Call (503) 506-0396Our Equipment
How We Find Water Leaks Without Tearing Up Your Home
We don't guess and we don't start cutting holes. We use leak detection equipment to narrow it down, then mark the exact spot.
We close off the system and watch the pressure. If it drops, there's a leak. This also tells us if it's on the hot side or the cold side.
We shut off parts of the plumbing one at a time. This tells us which section is leaking — inside the house, outside or under the slab.
Leaking water under pressure makes a sound. Our listening equipment picks up that sound through floors, walls and soil, even when you can't hear a thing.
A thermal camera shows temperature changes behind walls, ceilings and floors. Hot water leaks and wet areas show up clearly on the screen.
For very small or very deep leaks, we put a safe gas into the line. It escapes at the leak and comes up through the ground or slab, where our detector picks it up.
Plastic pipe underground can't be found with a regular metal detector. We use locating tools to trace where your line actually runs before we dig.
We confirm the spot with moisture readings and, when needed, a small camera, so we only open up what we have to.
Once we find the leak, we mark the exact spot and show you what we found before any repair work starts.
Another Plumber Couldn't Find Your Leak?
We hear this a lot. Someone came out, looked around, maybe opened a wall, and still couldn't find it. Meanwhile the meter keeps spinning and the bill keeps growing.
Most general plumbers don't carry the equipment to find a hidden leak. They look for water they can see. We find water you can't see. Leaks under slabs, deep in the yard or inside a wall with no stain yet are exactly the jobs we're built for.
Get a plumber with the right equipmentWhat to Expect
How Leak Detection and Repair Works
High bill, meter running, wet spot, city letter. We ask a few questions and give you an arrival time.
We check your meter, test the pressure and rule out the easy things like toilets and faucets.
We use the right detection tools for your home and mark where the leak is.
We explain what's leaking, why, and how to fix it. You see the price before any repair starts.
Most people have us fix it the same visit. If you'd rather handle the repair yourself or use someone else, that's fine. We'll show you exactly where the leak is so you know where to work.
After We Find It
Leak Repair Options After We Find It
The right repair depends on where the leak is and what kind of pipe it's in.
Spot repair
We open a small area, fix the damaged section of pipe and close it back up. This works well for one leak in a pipe that's otherwise in good shape.
Reroute the line
Sometimes it's smarter to leave the old pipe where it is and run a new line through the wall or attic. This is common for slab leaks because it avoids breaking up your floor.
Replace the water service line
If the line from your meter to your house is old or leaking in more than one place, replacing it is often the better long-term fix.
Whole house repipe
If your home has old galvanized or copper pipes that keep leaking, patching one spot won't stop the next one. A whole house repipe fixes the problem for good.
Water pouring out right now? Shut off your main water valve, then call our emergency plumber in Tigard.
Transparent Pricing
How Much Does Leak Detection and Repair Cost in Tigard?
Leak detection cost depends on the size of your home, where the leak is and what equipment it takes to find it. Repair cost depends on the pipe, the location and how much needs to be opened up.
Leak Detection
| Service | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Leak detection, average home | $150 – $400 |
| Larger home or multi-unit building | $300 – $600 |
| Yard or water service line locate | $200 – $500 |
| Slab leak detection | $250 – $500 |
Leak Repair
| Repair | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Toilet leak repair | $100 – $300 |
| Pinhole or small pipe repair | $175 – $600 |
| Irrigation line repair | $150 – $500 |
| Water service line repair | $700 – $1,500 |
| Reroute a leaking line | $500 – $2,500 |
| Water service line replacement | $2,500 – $4,500 |
These are average ranges, not quotes. You get an upfront price before any work starts. Good to know: fixing a leak fast can save you money twice — you stop paying for wasted water, and you may qualify for a leak credit on your Tigard water bill.
Want to know what your leak will cost? Call and describe what's happening. We'll give you an idea before we come out.
Call (503) 506-0396Local Knowledge
Leaks and Your Tigard Water Bill: What You Need to Know
Who fixes what
The City of Tigard owns the pipes from the water main in the street up to your meter. If the leak is on that side, the city fixes it. For a leak on the city side after hours, call the city's after-hours line at 503‑639‑1554.
You own the line from your meter to your house, plus all the plumbing inside. Leaks on your side are your responsibility — and that's where we help.
You may get money back on your water bill
The City of Tigard offers a leak adjustment for customers who had a leak in their private water line or plumbing.
- Fix the leak within 20 days of finding it
- Apply within 30 days after the repair is done
- Include proof of repair (our invoice qualifies)
- Credits up to $2,000 per adjustment
- One adjustment every 36 months
When we repair your leak, you get an itemized invoice that shows what we found and what we fixed. For questions about the adjustment, call Tigard utility billing at 503‑718‑2460.
Why Tigard homes get hidden leaks
- Clay soil moves. Tigard's heavy clay swells in the wet months and shrinks in summer. That pushes and pulls on buried water lines until joints loosen or pipes crack.
- Winter freezes. A few cold snaps most winters can crack pipes in crawl spaces, garages and outdoor lines. Some of those cracks don't leak until spring.
- Older pipes. Many homes built from the 1960s to the 1980s still have original galvanized or copper lines. These wear out from the inside and start to leak in more than one place.
Who We Help
Leak Detection Services for Every Type of Property
Homeowners
High bill, meter running or a wet spot you can't explain. We find it and fix it.
Buying or selling a home
A hidden leak can hold up a sale or cost you later. We can check the home for leaks before closing so there are no surprises.
Landlords and small rentals
Duplexes, triplexes and small rental buildings with one meter can be hard to track down. We test unit by unit to find where the water is going.
Coverage
Leak Detection and Leak Repair Near Tigard
We provide leak detection and leak repair across Tigard and the communities around it, including Tualatin and Sherwood.
Tigard ZIP codes: 97223 97224 97281
Common Questions
Leak Detection and Repair Questions
Stop Paying for Water You're Not Using
Every day a leak runs, you pay for it. Call now and we'll find it, show you where it is and give you a price to fix it.