Skimmer Leak Repair

The skimmer is statistically one of the top two or three sources of pool leaks, particularly in gunite pools built before 2000. The plastic skimmer body is cast into the pool shell during construction, and over time the bond between the plastic flange and the surrounding plaster or gunite can crack, separate, or corrode — allowing water to bypass the skimmer and seep directly into the soil behind the pool wall. Studio City Leak Detection & Repairs uses targeted dye testing and pressure testing of the skimmer throat and plumbing to confirm skimmer leaks before repair.

Repair options depend on the severity of the separation. For minor gap leaks where the skimmer body remains structurally sound, we apply a flexible, pool-grade hydraulic sealant or two-part epoxy around the skimmer-to-shell junction from inside the pool, providing a watertight seal that flexes with minor movement. For severely cracked or broken skimmer bodies, replacement of the entire skimmer unit is sometimes necessary, which involves draining the pool to the appropriate level, chipping out the old skimmer, setting a new skimmer body, and replastering the surrounding area.

We also repair leaking return-jet fittings and light niches using the same dye-confirmation approach. If your pool loses water primarily when the pump is off, a skimmer or return fitting leak is the most likely culprit. Call +17477747208 in Studio City, CA — we're available seven days a week.