Quick answer
Irrigation leak detection tests a sprinkler system zone by zone to find broken lines, leaking valves and damaged heads that waste water. In Coral Gables, a meter that moves while the controller is off is a strong sign of an irrigation or other buried leak. Calls are answered 24/7 at +13053150618.
Last updated November 2026
Signs of an irrigation leak
Irrigation leaks hide in the lawn and only show up on your bill or as one zone that never dries.
- A wet or soggy zone that never dries out
- Water bubbling up around a sprinkler head
- Weak spray or dry patches in one zone
- Water meter moving between watering cycles
- Higher water bill in months you water more
How irrigation leaks are found
Each zone is tested on its own to separate valve problems from line breaks.
Zone isolation
Running one zone at a time shows which part of the system is losing water.
Pressure testing
Isolating each line and watching for pressure loss shows which pipe is leaking before anything is opened.
Acoustic listening
Sensitive microphones pick up the sound of water escaping a pressurized pipe, even through concrete or soil.
Valve inspection
Leaking valves can let water seep into lines between cycles. Valve boxes are checked for flow.
Irrigation leaks in Coral Gables
Lush landscaping means many Coral Gables homes run irrigation systems with long buried runs. Mowers, roots and age all damage lines and heads.
Miami-Dade limits lawn watering to set days, so the system should be off most of the week. Water use outside those days is a strong clue.
What to do right now
- 1
Turn off the controller
Set the timer to off, then check the meter.
- 2
Walk the zones
Look for soggy patches, broken heads and water at valve boxes.
- 3
Call for detection
Tell them which zone looks worst.
Common questions
How do I know if my sprinkler system is leaking?
Turn the controller off and watch your water meter. If it still moves with all indoor water off, the irrigation line or another buried line may be leaking.
Is a leaking valve a big deal?
It can waste a lot of water over time and keep soil soaked, which harms plants and can attract pests.
Can irrigation leaks raise my water bill?
Yes. Because the lines are buried, leaks often run unnoticed until the bill arrives.