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Corporate Profile
American Leak Detection is the world leader in the accurate, non-destructive detection of all types of leaks including hidden water and sewer leaks. American Leak Detection sets the standard for non-invasive leak detection and repair for residential, commercial and municipal markets using proprietary methods and technology.
- Established 1974
- Headquartered in Palm Springs, California
- 100 franchises throughout the U.S.
- 17 franchises in 8 countries
- 4 company locations in Palm Springs, San Bernardino, Boston, and Ft. Lauderdale, with future expansion plans.
- Network Sales over $50M.
- Ranked #1 Miscellaneous Maintenance Products & Services Category for 8 straight years with Entrepreneur Magazine.
- Ranked in top 25 performing franchise systems by The Wall Street Journal.
- In early 2006, American Leak Detection partnered with PlainSight, resulting in a new and unrivaled Research and Development department. This world class technology will help ALD and its franchise offices increase their equity offering as well as reinforce American Leak Detection’s leadership position in the leak detection industry.
leak detection tips / resources
- the bucket test
Is your pool needing constant refilling? You may have a hidden leak in your pool. Try the seven steps to determine if your pool is leak free. Do-it-yourself 24 hour test. Test your pool- the meter test
Do you have a high water bill? You may have a hidden plumbing leak. Try the seven steps to determine if your property is leak free. Do-it-yourself 30 minute test. Test your water meter
- pool leak calculator
- Use the calculator to determine the amount of water loss over a period of time. Calculate pool water loss
- leak facts
- A 3mm hole in a metal pipe, at 40 psi, leaks 9,500 litres of water in 24 hours. Facts about leaks
- signs and symptoms
- You may have a plumbing leak if... Leak signs & symptoms
- water conservation
- Saving water is like any other habit. The more you do it, the more natural it becomes. Become water-wise, it's fun to find more ways to conserve. Conserve water
- drink tap water
- Consumers can do their part to conserve precious supplies through small, thoughtful changes in their lifestyles and activities. Learn about tap water
- prevent west nile virus
- It can take as little as five days for mosquito larval to incubate into an adult in stagnant water. Prevent west nile
- earthquake tips
- When there’s an earthquake, underground pipes in the home shift and move. Earthquake preparedness