Water Leak Repair in Grand Junction, CO
Repair for leaking supply lines, fixtures, valves, water heaters and exposed pipes in homes and businesses across the Grand Valley.
A leak rarely fixes itself, and it gets more expensive the longer it runs. GPS Plumbing & Mechanical repairs water leaks at fixtures, supply lines, shut-off valves, water heaters, hose bibs and exposed piping in Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, Clifton and across Mesa County.
One clear limit: we repair leaks that we can see and reach. We do not offer specialized leak detection, such as locating a leak under a concrete slab or tracing a hidden line with electronic equipment. If a leak is hidden, we can often diagnose the cause with normal plumbing methods and tell you what we find, but we will say so honestly if you need a specialist.
Serving Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, Clifton, Delta, Montrose, and the rest of Mesa County.
What's included
- Leaking supply lines, fittings and shut-off valves
- Leaks at faucets, toilets, tubs and showers
- Water heater connection and valve leaks
- Hose bib and exterior spigot leaks
- Leaking pipe sections that can be reached
- Repair or replacement of corroded pipe
- Pinhole leak evaluation and repair options
Signs you need this
- A water bill that jumped without a reason
- Water stains, bubbling paint or warped flooring
- A musty smell or visible mold
- The sound of running water when everything is off
- Low water pressure that came on suddenly
- A wet spot in the yard or damp crawlspace
Where leaks usually come from
Leaks are rarely mysterious. Most come from a short list of places, and several are cheap to fix if caught early.
- Supply lines and shut-off valves under sinks and behind toilets. Braided lines wear out, and old valves can seep around the stem.
- Faucets, tubs and showers. Worn cartridges, failed seals and cracked caulk or grout let water into places it should not go.
- Toilets. A failing wax ring, loose bolts or a leaking tank.
- Water heaters. Leaking fittings, drain valves and relief valves can be repaired. A leak from the tank means replacement. See water heaters.
- Exposed piping. In crawlspaces, basements, garages and utility rooms, where corrosion or a bump can cause a leak.
- Hose bibs and exterior lines. Often freeze damage from the winter before.
- Pinholes in copper. Tiny leaks that come from corrosion on the inside of the pipe, often in more than one place along the same line.
What to do right now if you have a leak
- Stop the water. Use the shut-off valve under the fixture first. If you cannot find it or it will not close, shut off the main valve.
- Watch for electrical hazards. If water is near outlets, a panel or appliances, do not stand in it. Turn off the breaker only if you can reach it safely.
- Protect belongings. Move furniture and rugs and soak up standing water so it does not spread into flooring.
- Take photos. They help with insurance claims and help us understand the problem.
- Call us. Tell us where the water is, what you shut off, and whether you can see the source.
Is there a leak you cannot see?
A meter test is the simple first check. Turn off every faucet and appliance that uses water, make sure no one flushes, and look at your water meter. Most meters have a small leak indicator, often a triangle or dial, that spins when water moves. If it is moving with everything off, water is going somewhere. Check the toilets first. A silent toilet leak is the most common hidden leak in a house.
If the meter confirms a leak and you cannot find it, we can look at the visible and accessible plumbing, including under sinks, at the water heater and in crawlspaces. If the leak turns out to be under a slab or in a wall that cannot be reached by normal means, you would need a leak detection specialist to locate it, and we can then make the plumbing repair. We do not offer that locating service ourselves.
When a repair is not enough
One leak at a fitting is a repair. Repeated leaks along the same line mean the pipe itself may be wearing out. Pinholes in several places in copper, a galvanized line that has narrowed and rusted, or a polybutylene line from the era when it was commonly installed are all signs to talk about replacing sections or repiping. It is usually less disruptive and often less expensive over time than chasing leaks one at a time. Our repiping page explains the process, and we will give you the numbers in a free written estimate.
Standing water also leads to mold and damaged materials. We repair the plumbing, but we do not do water damage restoration, so if walls, floors or insulation got wet, call a restoration company soon after the leak is stopped.
What affects the price
Prices depend on the details, so we don't quote blind. Every job gets a free written estimate before any work starts, so you know the cost up front. Diagnostics are free in the Grand Valley. Outside the Grand Valley, a $79.99 service call fee covers locations up to 50 miles from Grand Junction, plus $2 per one-way mile beyond that. The $79.99 is credited toward the work if you go ahead with the repair; the additional mileage is not credited. Here's what usually drives the cost:
- Where the leak is and how easy it is to reach
- Whether it is a small fitting, a section of pipe or a larger run of corroded piping
- The age and material of the pipe
- Whether drywall, flooring or other finish has to be opened up to reach the leak
How it works
Call or request service
Tell us what is going on and we will get you on the schedule.
We diagnose & quote
We diagnose the problem on site and give you a free written estimate.
We do the work
We complete the job, walk you through what we did, and warranty our labor for one year.
Water Leak Repair questions
Do you find hidden leaks or leaks under a slab?
No. We do not offer specialized leak detection. We repair leaks that we can find and reach. If you suspect a hidden slab leak, you may need a leak detection specialist first, and then we can handle the plumbing repair once the location is known.
How do I know if I have a leak I cannot see?
Turn off every faucet and appliance that uses water, then check your water meter. If the leak indicator is moving or the numbers change over 30 minutes, water is going somewhere. A toilet that leaks silently is a common cause, so test the toilets first with a few drops of food coloring in the tank.
Can a pinhole leak in a copper pipe be repaired?
Sometimes a single pinhole can be repaired. If you have pinholes in several places, the pipe is likely corroding from the inside, and replacing sections or repiping is usually the better long-term fix. See our repiping page.
Should I turn off the water if I find a leak?
Yes. If you cannot stop the leak at the nearest shut-off valve under the fixture, close the main valve. Then call us.
Will my homeowner's insurance cover a leak?
That depends on your policy and on the cause of the leak. We can give you a written estimate and describe the repair, but we cannot tell you what your insurer will pay. Check with your insurance agent.
Do you clean up water damage or dry out the house?
No. We repair the plumbing. If water has soaked into walls, floors or insulation, a water mitigation company can dry things out and prevent mold.
Is the work warranted?
Our labor is warranted for one year. Parts and equipment are covered by the manufacturer's warranty. We do not cover or offer a warranty on customer-supplied material or equipment.
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