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Water Line Repair and Leak Location for Buried Lines

A leaking water line wastes water, raises your bill and can soften the soil around your foundation. We locate the leak, repair it properly and tell you honestly whether the rest of the line is worth keeping.

  • Free written estimates
  • Permits and rebates handled
  • 24/7 emergency service
Illustrative photo of a copper water line entering a basement with a shutoff valve and meter

Is your water bill higher than usual, or have you noticed a soggy patch on the lawn that never dries out? A leak on the buried water line is a common cause. Because the line is underground, the leak can run for weeks before anyone notices, wasting water and slowly washing out the soil around it.

We offer water line repair and leak location for homes and small buildings across our service area. Our team finds the problem, repairs it cleanly and gives you straight advice about the condition of the rest of the line.

Finding the leak without guesswork

A good repair starts with finding the right spot. We test at the meter first to confirm the leak, then trace the line to narrow down the location. That keeps the excavation small and avoids digging in the wrong place, which saves you time and restoration costs.

Repair or replace

Not every leak means a full replacement. If the line is in good condition apart from one damaged section, we repair that section and test the whole line before backfilling. If the pipe is lead, galvanized steel or thin old copper, a repair may only buy a short amount of time. In that case we explain the risks and give you a price for replacement too, so you can choose what makes sense for your budget.

Protecting your foundation

A leak close to the house can saturate the soil against the foundation and find its way into the basement. Fixing it promptly protects your walls, flooring and belongings. If water is already coming in, call us and our team will help you shut off the water and stop the damage.

Straightforward pricing

After we inspect the line, you get a written, itemized estimate that shows the repair, any restoration and the permit if one is needed. There are no surprises once the work begins.

Know the signs

Signs of a leaking water line

  • Your water meter keeps moving when every tap in the house is off
  • A wet or sunken spot in the lawn or a crack along a driveway
  • Water seeping through the basement wall where the line enters
  • A hissing sound near the main shutoff
  • Pressure that has slowly dropped over weeks or months

Our approach

How we repair water lines

Meter and pressure tests

We start with simple tests at the meter to confirm there is a leak and whether it is inside the house or in the buried line.

Pinpoint the location

We trace the line and narrow down the leak so the excavation is small and in the right place the first time.

Targeted repair

We expose the damaged section, replace it with a proper fitting and pipe, and pressure test the line before backfilling.

Honest advice on replacement

If the line is lead, badly corroded or likely to leak again soon, we tell you and price a replacement alongside the repair.

Planning water line repair?

Send us a few details and photos. We will book a visit and give you a written quote with the rebates that apply.

Pricing

What affects the cost of water line repair

Every property is different, so we quote after we inspect. These are the factors that move the price up or down.

  • How deep the line is and where the leak sits
  • Whether the leak is under a driveway, walkway or landscaping
  • Pipe material and the condition of the line around the leak
  • Access at the foundation wall and inside the basement
  • Winter conditions and frozen ground

Written quotes you can compare

Our estimates list materials, labour, permits and restoration on separate lines, so you can see exactly where your money goes and compare quotes fairly.

See how we work

Our process

How we work

Every job follows the same six steps, so you always know what happens next and what it costs.

  1. Camera first

    We look inside the pipe or trace the line before anyone talks price, so the quote is based on what is really there.

  2. Written quote

    You get an itemized estimate in writing, with the rebates that apply and your cost after them.

  3. Permits booked

    We pull the plumbing or building permit and book the inspections with your municipality.

  4. Low-dig work

    Where the ground allows, we use trenchless methods to replace pipe through small access pits.

  5. Restoration

    We backfill, compact and tidy the site. Any concrete, sod or finish restoration is listed line by line in your quote.

  6. Rebate filing

    We prepare the invoices, photos and permit proof your rebate application needs.

Get a clear, written quote before any work starts

Tell us what is going on and we will book a visit, inspect the problem and give you an itemized estimate with the rebates that apply.

Service areas

Water Line Repair across Toronto, Peel and Halton

Our crews work across these communities every week.

FAQ

Water Line Repair questions

Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask us most. If yours is not here, give us a call.

How do I know if the leak is in my water line or inside the house?

Turn off every tap and water-using appliance, then watch the meter. If it still moves, there is a leak somewhere. Closing the main shutoff and watching again helps show whether it is before or after the valve, and we confirm on site.

Is it better to repair or replace a leaking water line?

A single leak on a line in good condition is usually worth repairing. Lead, galvanized or repeatedly leaking lines are better replaced, and we price both options so you can decide.

Can you repair a water line in winter?

Yes. Frozen ground makes excavation slower, which can affect cost, but leaks on buried lines should not wait until spring.

Will my municipality fix a leak on the City side?

Leaks between the watermain and the property line are the municipality's responsibility. If our tests point to the City side, we explain what we found so you can report it.

Ready when you are

Call us or send a few details. We will explain your options in plain language and put everything in writing.