Leak detection & repair in Chicago.

Hidden leaks do their damage out of sight. King's plumbers use professional-grade tools to find the source, then fix it with as little disruption as possible.

  • Available 24/7
  • Up-front pricing
  • $25 off any plumbing repair
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Professional leak detection

Found fast, fixed right.

Left alone, even a small leak can cause major damage to your home. When it starts behind a wall or above a ceiling, it's next to impossible to pinpoint without professional equipment.

That's where we come in. Our plumbers locate the leak, open only what they need to, and repair or replace the damaged section of pipe. King has been fixing leaks for Chicago-area homeowners since 1968.

  • Leaks behind walls
  • Ceiling leaks
  • All types of pipe leaks
  • 24/7 emergency service
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Water leaking from a valve on a supply line
How we find leaks

We listen for the leak.

Even the smallest leak makes sound as water escapes the pipe. It's usually far too faint for the human ear.

Our plumbers use professional-grade acoustic equipment to pick up that sound and trace it back to its point of origin. We're not guessing where the leak is. We pinpoint it, access the pipe, and repair it.

Where leaks hide

Where the water isn't where the leak is.

Gravity carries water a long way from a leaking pipe, so the stain is rarely right over the source.

  • Stains on wallsWater damage on drywall often starts at a pipe somewhere above or beside it.
  • Dripping ceilingsThe leak may be in a bathroom or supply line on the floor above.
  • Under sinksSlow leaks under vanities and kitchen sinks ruin cabinets.
  • Water heatersMoisture at the base of a tank often comes before a bigger failure.
  • Frozen pipesA pipe that froze overnight can split and leak once it thaws.
  • Basements & crawl spacesStanding water can come from a leak, a failed sump pump or a backup.

Water dripping from the ceiling? Call King 24/7.

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Your water leak repair company

How we detect and fix leaks.

Three steps, and a minimally intrusive approach to your walls and ceilings.

  1. Give us a call

    Notice water damage on a wall or water dripping from a ceiling? Call right away and we'll send a plumber as soon as possible.

  2. We find the leak

    Every leak has an origin point, and it's not always where the damage is. We use detection tools to locate it.

  3. We access it and repair it

    Once it's pinpointed, we open the drywall only where needed and repair or replace that section of pipe.

Or call (708) 687-6898

See water damage you can't explain?

Don't wait for it to spread. Call King 24/7 and we'll find the source.

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King’s plumbers are available 24/7 and repair all types of pipe leaks.

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We stand behind our plumbing work

Backed by our 100% guarantee.

Like every plumbing service we offer, leak detection is backed by our satisfaction guarantee. If we fall short, tell us and we'll make it right.

  • 24/7 service

    Leaks can't wait until tomorrow, so we don't make you.

  • Up-front pricing

    You approve the price before we open a wall.

  • All types of pipe leaks

    Behind walls, in ceilings, under sinks and at the water heater.

  • Local since 1968

    Serving the same communities and families for decades.

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Here's what you need to know

Leak detection questions, answered.

Still have a question? Call us 24/7.(708) 687-6898
How can I tell if I have a hidden leak?
Watch for water stains, bubbling paint, a musty smell or a water bill that climbs for no reason. One simple test: turn off every tap and water appliance, then check your water meter. If it keeps moving, water is going somewhere. Call us and we'll find where.
Can't I find the leak myself?
Be careful. It's tempting to cut into drywall where the damage is, but water can travel far from the leaking pipe. We've seen damage downstairs with the source in an upstairs bathroom. Call us and we'll take a precise approach.
Will you have to cut into my walls?
Only where we need to. Because we pinpoint the leak first, we open the drywall at the source instead of guessing, then repair or replace that section of pipe. We take a minimally intrusive approach.
Is leak detection part of the free VIP plumbing inspection?
No. The free VIP inspection is a basic plumber's inspection and doesn't cover specialized services like leak detection. When you call, we'll tell you what your problem needs and give you a price up front.
Do you offer emergency leak repair?
Yes. We offer 24/7 service across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. See all service areas.
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