Leak Detection and Repair · Hilo, HI
Leak Detection and Repair in Hilo, HI
Hilo Home Plumbing provides leak detection and repair in Hilo, HI and nearby Keaau, Mountain View and Kurtistown: hidden leaks under houses, in walls and in yard lines located with testing tools and repaired.
What to expect
- Tested, not guessed
- Yard and slab lines
- Repair same visit when possible
Signs of a Hidden Leak
- A water bill that jumped
- Meter spinning with taps off
- Wet ground that never dries
- Musty smell indoors
- Sound of running water
Hard to Spot in a Rainy Town
When the yard is always damp, a leaking service line can go unnoticed for months. The Hawaii County Department of Water Supply meter is the simplest test: shut everything off and watch it.
What It Costs
That comes down to time to find the leak, where it is, and the repair. You get a written estimate before anything starts.
Leak Detection and Repair FAQ
Do you handle catchment systems?
We repair the plumbing; tank work is a specialist job.
How do I check the meter?
Turn off all water and watch for movement.
Does this need a county permit?
Water heaters, new lines and repipes usually do. The County of Hawaii Building Division handles plumbing permits through its EPIC online system, and your plumber files it and schedules the inspection.
Insurance paperwork?
Yes.
More Plumbing Services on the East Side
- 01
Plumbing Repair
Leaks, corrosion, toilets and valves.
- 02
Water Heater Repair and Replacement
Solar, heat pump, tank and tankless.
- 03
Drain Cleaning
Clogs and main line backups.
- 04
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer and septic line repairs.
- 05
Repiping
Galvanized replaced with PEX or copper.
- 06
Fixture Installation
Toilets, faucets and outdoor showers.
- 07
Water Softeners and Filtration
Filtration, UV and RO for catchment.