Hydrostatic Testing

Hydrostatic Testing

Commercial and Residential Repair

What is Hydrostatic Testing?

Hydrostatic testing is used to isolate a leak when a home’s plumbing system is experiencing low water pressure. Testing your pipes can expose issues that are preventing the system from operating at design pressures, including possible water leaks.

Experienced plumbers are essential to receive accurate results from hydrostatic tests. If the test ball is not positioned within the pipe correctly, inaccurate results are common. LH&H has a master plumber and a licensed and trained team that has conducted thousands of accurate hydrostatic tests over our 15 years of service!

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When to do a Hydrostatic Test

A hydrostatic test should be done if you suspect there is a leak in your house or business but cannot determine the source. Not only can the test help determine where the leak is coming from, it can also help find other leaks you were unaware of.

We strongly recommend hydrostatic testing to anyone who is considering buying a home or commercial business. This test can unearth hidden problems in a plumbing system and can save you money in the long run before you commit to buying.

Why Choose Us?

  • We are led by a Master Plumber
  • We have over 15 years of experience
  • We are a fully trained and licensed team
  • We can install a variety of brands
To make an appointment with us for a hydrostatic test, call us today at 281-826-3511

How Hydrostatic Testing Works

A hydrostatic test begins by removing a toilet on the first floor of your home or business. An inflatable ball is inserted into the drain pipe for about half and hour, blocking the entire plumbing system. The water level of the removed toilet is studied over during the duration of the test. If the water levels drop, there are leaks in your plumbing system. If the water level remains the same, your plumbing system has no leaks and there is no need for a repair.

If a leak is found, we begin an isolation test. We block off and test several sections of your plumbing system. This helps us to locate the area the leak or leaks are occurring at. Once they are located, we draw up a schematic of your plumbing system and determine a solution to fix the leaks from there. The solution can be as simple as replacing a pipe section or a complete redirect of your system. The solution depends on the complexity of the leak and where it is located.

If your are looking to purchase a home, please have a hydrostatic test done before you buy. The current owners may be unaware of any leaks and a hydrostatic test can help detect issues before your buy. If the home's foundation has been recently leveled, the leaks can appear due to hyperextension.

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