“Canadian leak was able to pin point multiple liner leaks in my swimming pool without diving my pool.  I told these engineers,  if anyone is capable of finding a leak in these tanks without diving, it would be them” – he said.

He was very right.  Using Canadian Leak Detection’s electronic & sonic leak detection service, a small leak was found in the rubber lining of an underground  storage tank which was approximately 50 feet long, 40 feet wide and 16 feet deep. The only entrance to the tank was a top hatch approximately 2 feet by 3 feet.   The leak was marked for repair and safety issues were eliminated.

Call us first. Canadian Leak Detection is the world leader in non-destructive detection of hidden leaks.

There are two Canadian Leak Detection offices in Ontario.

Canadian Leak Detection specializes in the non-destructive detection of hidden leaks.

13-Dec 2010, CDNLEAK-Toronto:  On behalf of the entire staff, we would like to wish all our clients and affiliates a safe and happy holiday!  After finding over 1500 leaks this year in the GTA alone, we were able to help several Ontario municipalities and condo corporations resume their water activities and save on their water bills as well as hundreds of homeowners.

In Canada, the winter season can bring many unwanted problems.  The last thing you want is a destructive leak problem in the home during the holidays.  In the past, our non-destructive leak detection methods have saved many holiday dinners and get-togethers at people’s homes and even at several different restaurants.   Make sure to give us a call before you go tearing down walls and putting the Christmas tree away.  We might be able to help pinpoint your leak before you cancel your holiday plans.

Toll Free: 1-800-290-5349 (for areas East of Burlington/Hamilton border and across Eastern Ontario)

To take preventive measures, make sure to read our previous post regarding freezing pipes and leak prevention here: http://www.canadianleakdetection.com/local-news-ca/2010/01/winters-here-are-your-pipes-ready/

We find leaks in snow melt systems, heating systems, domestic water systems, fire systems, drainage systems as well as structural leaks in the concrete, roofs, windows, doors, patios, balconies, basements etc.

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“Residential swimming pools provide hours of family fun, but they can also leak, which can cause high water bills and damage to surrounding property,” said Paul, owner of Canadian Leak Detection serving Toronto and North and Eastern Ontario. “Environmental factors such as humidity, wind, and air as well as water temperature can all impact a pool’s water level, but members of the local community should be aware of a few telltale signs that may indicate there’s a problem with the pool.”

According to Gavel, if a homeowner must add water to the pool more than once a week or if they notice that the pool deck is sinking or lifting, then a water leak may be present. Air in the pool system or faulty pool equipment are other warning signs there may be a leak.

Gavel goes on to say that if local residents suspect a leak, they can use the company’s Bucket Test to test their pool for leaks. Steps to perform the Bucket Test are:

1. Bring pool to a normal level.
2. Fill a five gallon bucket with pool water about three to four inches from the top.
3. Place bucket on the first or second step of pool.
4. Mark water level on inside of bucket.
5. Shut off pump and mark pool level on outside of bucket.
6. Resume normal pump operation – make sure auto/manual fill valve is off during test.
7. After 24 hours, compare the two levels. If the pool water (outside mark) goes down more than the inside water level, there is probably a leak.

“If after performing the Bucket Test, local residents suspect their pool may have a leak, they should call a professional right away,” said Gavel. “We want members of the community to have a leak-free, safe and enjoyable pool season.”

Canadian Leak Detection serving Toronto and North and Eastern Ontario sets the standard for non-invasive leak detection for residential, commercial and municipal markets using proprietary methods and technology, Gavel said. The company’s experienced specialists use state-of-the-art equipment and methodology to locate concealed pipe leaks.

For more information about Canadian Leak Detection serving Toronto and North and Eastern Ontario, please contact Genaro Hernandez – Mgr at 416-630-1717.

Toronto Storm Sewer By-Law Update: Be Aware that it is currently illegal to pump water from a swimming pool into a City of Toronto storm sewer. Pool companies and consumers are subject to a $5,000 fine per incident. The City of Toronto, in conjunction with the Pool & Hot Tub Council of Canada and the Metropolitan Toronto Conservation Authority have developed some pending legislation that will change the way we remove water from a swimming pool. The legislation is designed to protect the environment and allow swimming pool companies to pump swimming pool water to storm sewers again. However, the pending legislation is not expected to be passed until early July 2008 and will be enforced immediately. Until that time, no pumping of swimming pool water into a storm sewer will be allowed.

Note: Current legislation does not affect the pumping of water from the top of a pool cover in the Spring. Pool cover water is deemed natural and can be pumped into the storm sewer provided it is debris free. Also: Water that can be pumped onto and contained on a consumers lawn or water that can be pumped into the sanitary sewer is not governed by these new criteria. Pending New Legislation: The pending new legislation will dictate the condition of the water that can be pumped into the cities storm sewers. As part of the legislation, the Pool & Hot Tub Council will produce a document and make training available to assist swimming pool companies to attain compliance once the legislation has passed.

-Pool & Hot Tub Council of Canada
www.poolcouncil.ca

A courteous reminder: Canadian Leak Detection is able to perform most repairs without draining your pool.