Leak Detection in West Delray: what to know
Many 33445 homes have an irrigation system on its own meter or a private well, plus a pool with an auto-fill valve. Each of these can look like a house leak on the bill. A plumber will usually test the house lines, irrigation and pool fill separately so you are not paying to open a floor for a leak that is really in the yard.
Water service here depends on the address. Homes inside city limits are on Delray Beach Utilities, while much of unincorporated West Delray is served by Palm Beach County Water Utilities. If the leak turns out to be on the utility side of the meter, that is the utility's to repair.
For warning signs and how the work is done, see our leak detection guide, or see all plumbing help in West Delray Beach.
Before the plumber arrives
- Check your bill to see whether you are on Delray Beach or Palm Beach County water, in case the utility needs to be called.
- Turn off the irrigation controller and pool auto-fill before watching the meter.
- Note any warm spots on tile, especially in kitchens and bathrooms near the water heater.
Leak Detection FAQs: West Delray
My pool keeps losing water. Is that a plumbing leak?
It might be the pool itself, the auto-fill valve or a house line. A plumber can isolate the house plumbing, and a pool specialist can test the pool shell and equipment if the leak is there.
Who fixes a leak between the street and my meter in West Delray?
Usually your water utility, either Delray Beach Utilities or Palm Beach County Water Utilities depending on your address. Leaks on the house side of the meter are the owner's responsibility.