Upstate Leak Finders uses various methods in pool leak detection, but this post will go over detecting a leak in an above-ground or in-ground vinyl liner pool.
For vinyl liner pools with a suspected pool leak, one popular method of leak detection is to use a vinyl liner scanner. A vinyl liner scanner is a specialized tool that can be used to locate leaks in vinyl liner pools. This tool is designed to detect leaks in the pool liner by using electromagnetic waves and works by emitting a low-frequency electromagnetic signal into the pool and analyzing the reflections of the signal. When the signal is reflected back from a location with a hole or puncture in the liner, it creates a change in the wave that the scanner can detect.
The overall process of finding a pool leak with a vinyl liner scanner typically involves the following steps:
- Isolation: The first step is to isolate the area of the pool where the leak is suspected. This is done by turning off the pool equipment and blocking any return jets to prevent water from flowing into the pool.
- Scanning: We will then use the vinyl liner scanner to scan the pool liner. The scanner will emit a low-frequency electromagnetic signal into the pool and will analyze the reflections of the signal to identify the location of the leak.
- Location: Once the leak is detected, we will use the scanner and our years of expertise to pinpoint the exact location of the leak.
- Repair: Once the leak has been located, we would patch the area using vinyl liner and special underwater glue.
Using a vinyl liner scanner is a non-invasive method of finding a pool leak. It’s a quick and accurate process that helps to minimize damage to the pool and surrounding area.
Give us a call today to schedule your detection – 864-214-5560!