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That mysterious spike in your water bill isn’t going away on its own. Neither is the damp spot you’ve been ignoring or that sound of running water when everything’s turned off. These are your property’s way of telling you there’s a leak somewhere, and every day you wait costs you more money.
When we find and fix your leak, you get your normal water bills back. You sleep better knowing your foundation isn’t slowly taking on water. Your insurance company stays happy because there’s no mold growing behind your walls.
The difference between catching a leak early and dealing with it later can be thousands of dollars and weeks of disruption. We use thermal imaging and acoustic equipment to find exactly where the problem is, so you’re not paying for guesswork or unnecessary digging.
All Rooter Hydro Jetting Experts Inc. has been solving plumbing problems for Chicago homeowners and businesses who need reliable solutions. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured because that’s what professional service looks like.
The Near South Side has its own set of challenges. Older buildings, aging infrastructure, and Chicago’s freeze-thaw cycles all contribute to leak problems. We’ve seen it all, from tree roots breaking into sewer lines to high water pressure causing joint failures.
When you call us, you’re getting technicians who understand how Chicago’s plumbing systems work and what typically goes wrong. We know which buildings are likely to have certain types of problems, and we bring the right equipment the first time.
First, we listen. Not just to you, but to your pipes. Our acoustic equipment picks up the sound of water escaping from pipes, even when it’s behind walls or underground. These sounds are usually too faint for human ears, but our equipment can pinpoint exactly where they’re coming from.
Next, we use thermal imaging to see temperature differences that indicate moisture. A wet area behind a wall will show up differently on our cameras than the dry areas around it. This technology lets us see problems without cutting into your property.
Once we’ve located the leak, we explain exactly what we found and what it’ll take to fix it. You get upfront pricing before any work starts, so there are no surprises. Then we make the repair using the least invasive method possible, getting your water flowing properly again while keeping disruption to your daily routine minimal.
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We handle leak detection in walls, under floors, and underground. Whether it’s your main water line, a branch line feeding your kitchen, or a sewer pipe that’s developed a crack, we have the equipment to find it.
Chicago’s clay soil and seasonal temperature changes create unique challenges for underground pipes. Shifting soil can cause joints to separate, and freeze-thaw cycles can crack pipes that were installed decades ago. Many Near South Side properties still have original plumbing from when the neighborhoods were first developed.
Our electromagnetic pipe locators can trace the path of underground pipes and identify where they’ve been damaged. Combined with our acoustic equipment, we can often find and fix underground leaks without major excavation. This saves you money on landscaping repairs and gets your water service back to normal faster.
Your water meter is the most reliable indicator. Turn off all water in your house, including appliances like ice makers and dishwashers. Check your water meter reading, wait an hour without using any water, then check it again. If the reading changed, you have a leak somewhere.
Other signs include unexplained increases in your water bill, the sound of running water when everything’s turned off, damp or warm spots on floors, musty odors that could indicate mold, or areas of your yard that stay green during dry periods. In Chicago’s older buildings, you might also notice water stains on walls or ceilings, or wallpaper and paint that’s bubbling or peeling.
Yes, our thermal imaging cameras and acoustic detection equipment can locate most leaks without any demolition. The thermal cameras show us temperature differences that indicate moisture behind walls or under floors. Our acoustic equipment picks up the sound of water escaping from pipes, even when it’s very faint.
This technology eliminates the guesswork that leads to unnecessary holes in walls or floors. We only cut into your property when we’ve confirmed exactly where the problem is. When we do need to access a pipe, we make the smallest opening possible and can often work with your contractor to coordinate repairs so everything gets fixed at once.
Chicago’s aging infrastructure is a major factor. Many buildings in the Near South Side were constructed decades ago with galvanized steel or cast iron pipes that corrode over time. The city’s freeze-thaw cycles cause pipes to expand and contract, which can loosen joints or crack older materials.
Tree roots are another common cause, especially in neighborhoods with mature trees. Roots seek out water and can infiltrate sewer lines or water pipes through small cracks. High water pressure from the municipal system can also stress older plumbing, causing failures at joints and fittings. Poor installation or repairs done by unqualified workers can create weak points that fail later.
We offer 24/7 emergency service because water leaks don’t wait for business hours. For true emergencies where water is actively damaging your property, we can typically have a technician to your location within hours. We understand that every minute counts when you’re dealing with water damage.
Even for non-emergency situations, we prioritize leak detection because small problems become big ones quickly. We’ll work with your schedule to get out there as soon as possible. When you call, we’ll ask about the severity of the situation so we can prioritize accordingly and give you a realistic timeframe for our arrival.
Leak detection is the process of finding exactly where water is escaping from your plumbing system. This involves using specialized equipment like acoustic sensors, thermal imaging, and electromagnetic pipe locators to pinpoint the problem without guesswork or unnecessary demolition.
Leak repair is actually fixing the problem once we’ve found it. Depending on what we discover, this might involve replacing a section of pipe, tightening a joint, or installing new fittings. Sometimes the repair is simple, like replacing a worn washer. Other times it requires more extensive work, like replacing a section of underground pipe. We always explain what we found and what it’ll take to fix it before starting any repair work.
Yes, we believe in transparent pricing with no surprises. Before we start any work, we’ll explain what the leak detection process involves and give you a clear price for the service. If we find a leak and you need repair work, we’ll provide a separate estimate for those repairs before proceeding.
Our pricing includes the time to locate your leak using our professional equipment, a detailed explanation of what we found, and recommendations for repair. We don’t charge extra for evenings, weekends, or holidays because plumbing emergencies don’t follow a schedule. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying before we start, so you can make an informed decision about moving forward.
