If your pool is losing water, your filtration system is not holding pressure, or bubbles are coming through your fittings, HydroTech Pools provides specialist pool leak detection in Southampton to identify the cause and guide the right repair.
Call 02381 11 22 06, email Info@hydrotechpools.co.uk, message via WhatsApp or use the contact form
Most clients do not search for “leak detection” straight away.
They search because something is wrong:
These are all signs of a deeper system fault.
The real issue is not just confirming a leak, it is understanding where it is and what caused it.
In many cases, the first step is a pressure test.
This tells you:
But it does not tell you where the problem is.
This is where things escalate quickly.
Typical outcome:
This can lead to:
Many clients either delay the work or live with the leak.
We use a staged process to move from symptoms to clear evidence.
This is a non-invasive starting point.
We use fluorescent dye to check:
If the dye tracks toward an area, it indicates a leak in the pool structure.
If it does not track anywhere, the issue is likely in the pipework.
This is the industry standard method.
We:
Outcome:
Holds pressure = pipe likely sound
Drops pressure = confirms a leak
This proves the problem, but not the location.
We use a specialist swimming pool inspection camera designed for smaller pipe diameters.
This allows us to:
Important to understand:
Not all leaks are visible
Many failures occur at joints or subtle defects
This is where most standard diagnostics stop.
This is where HydroTech Pools goes further.
We combine camera inspection with vacuum testing.
Instead of forcing water out, we:
This allows us to identify:
With the camera inside the pipe, we can often see where the failure is occurring.
Our camera includes a built-in 512hz transmitter.
Using a receiver above ground, we can:
This allows:
Watch how the vacuum system works:
A recent project involved:
Our process:
Result:
See more examples on our projects page
Most failures happen over time, not instantly.
Typical causes include:
These issues often affect joints and fittings below ground.
Once located:
Only once it holds pressure is the area reinstated.
If it fails again, it may indicate another issue further along the line.
This method involves:
Used by:
Limitations:
HydroTech Pools does not offer this service and instead focuses on methods better suited to swimming pool systems.
For general guidance on underground services, see HSE guidance
This service is suitable if:
We support both residential and commercial pools.
See our service areas on the areas we cover page
Ongoing water loss, air in the system, and pressure drops are key indicators.
Yes, using specialist equipment designed for pool pipe sizes.
No, it only confirms whether the pipe is holding pressure.
We combine camera inspection with vacuum testing for deeper diagnostics.
No, but we provide a more advanced and structured approach than standard testing alone.
If your pool is losing water, your system is not holding pressure, or you are unsure what is causing the issue, HydroTech Pools provides a structured and specialist approach to leak detection.
Call
02381 11 22 06
Email
Info@hydrotechpools.co.uk
Or book via the
contact page
We help you move from uncertainty to clear answers so you can make the right decision for your pool.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, we offer technical expertise and exceptional customer service for all types of pool projects.
