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Water Leak Detection

Find hidden leaks behind walls, under slabs, and underground before they drive up your bill and damage your home.

Not every leak announces itself with a puddle. Many of the most expensive ones hide behind walls, under your slab, or underground — running up your water bill and damaging your Houston home long before you notice. Hugo Plumbing finds them precisely, without tearing your house apart.

Signs You Have a Hidden Leak

  • Your water bill climbed but your habits didn’t
  • You hear water running with every fixture off
  • Warm spots on the floor (a hot-water line leak)
  • Low water pressure throughout the house
  • Damp, discolored, or musty walls, ceilings, or floors
  • Mold or mildew that keeps coming back

A Simple First Test

You can check yourself: turn off everything that uses water and watch your water meter. If it’s still moving, water is escaping somewhere in your system. That’s the moment to call a professional before the damage grows.

How We Locate Leaks

We use non-invasive detection equipment — acoustic listening tools, pressure testing, and line tracing — to pinpoint the source without unnecessary demolition. Whether it’s a slab leak, a supply line behind a wall, or an underground service line, we find the exact spot first, then fix only what needs fixing.

Why It Matters

In Houston’s climate and soil, an unaddressed leak doesn’t just waste water — it can feed mold and contribute to foundation problems. Early detection protects your home and your wallet. We’ll show you what we find and give you an honest plan to fix it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have a hidden leak?

Common signs are a rising water bill with no change in usage, the sound of running water when everything is off, warm spots on the floor, low pressure, or unexplained damp and musty areas. A water-meter test can confirm it.

Can a small leak really cost that much?

Yes. A hidden leak runs 24/7, wasting water and quietly damaging drywall, flooring, and even your foundation. Finding and fixing it early is almost always far cheaper than the water bills and repairs that come from letting it run.

Need water leak detection in Houston?

Schedule online or call (713) 409-7176. Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas.