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Leak Detection Services in Tiburon, CA

Hidden plumbing leaks can quietly waste water and damage your home before they're ever visible. Since 1986, John Owens Services has been a leak detection plumber helping Tiburon homeowners accurately locate slab, water, gas, and irrigation leaks using professional diagnostic equipment and straightforward recommendations.

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Not every plumbing leak is easy to find. Water can escape beneath concrete slabs, inside walls, below crawlspaces, or underground while causing only small warning signs such as higher water bills, damp flooring, musty odors, or unexplained moisture. This is where professional leak detection services come in.

John Owens Services provides professional leak detection throughout Tiburon using specialized diagnostic equipment to accurately locate hidden leaks while minimizing unnecessary demolition. Once we’ve identified the source, we’ll explain our findings clearly and recommend the most practical repair options.

Many Tiburon homes feature unique plumbing layouts, hillside construction, or aging underground piping that require careful diagnosis before repairs begin. Whether you’re dealing with a slab leak, underground water line leak, irrigation leak, or hidden pipe leak, our experienced plumbers can help identify the problem efficiently. If you’ve been searching for plumbing leak detection or “slab leak detection near me,” you’ve come to the right place!

If a gas or water leak repair is needed after the leak has been located, we also provide Plumbing Repair, Water Heater Repair, and Drain & Sewer Services throughout Tiburon.

Why Tiburon Homeowners Choose John Owens Services

Since 1986, homeowners throughout Marin County have trusted John Owens Services for honest advice, careful diagnostics, and quality workmanship when it comes to leak detection. The John Owens Way means maintaining plumbing systems whenever possible, repairing them when needed, and recommending replacement only when it provides the best long-term solution.

  • FAST Aqua M300 professional leak-detection system, a 3-in-1 acoustic geophone, hydrogen tracer-gas detector, and pipe locator, the same premium tool water-utility crews and municipal contractors trust
  • Our technician trained in person at the FAST factory in Southern Germany, and the M300 carries 256 adjustable noise filters plus Pyramid Mode to cut through street traffic and background noise
  • More than 30 years operating professional leak-detection equipment, and a family business licensed (CA #501853) and bonded since 1986
  • Marin-based crews who know Tiburon homes, from bayfront and Paradise Cay plumbing to long hillside supply runs above the Ridge, plus pool, spa, and irrigation leaks
  • Non-invasive detection that pinpoints the exact spot first, so any repair stays small and targeted instead of guesswork demolition
  • A 4.9-star Google rating from Marin and Sonoma neighbors, with upfront flat-rate pricing and a written diagnosis before any work begins

Signs You May Need Leak Detection

  • Unexpected increase in your water bill
  • Water meter continues moving when fixtures are turned off
  • Warm spots on flooring or concrete slabs
  • Wet drywall or ceiling stains
  • Musty odors or mold growth
  • Low water pressure
  • Running water sounds inside walls
  • Wet or soggy areas in your yard
  • Moisture near the home's foundation
  • You suspect a hidden gas leak

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of leaks can you locate?

We locate slab leaks, underground water line leaks, gas leaks, irrigation leaks, radiant heating leaks, and many other hidden plumbing leaks.

Will you need to open my walls or floors?

Our goal is to accurately pinpoint the leak before any demolition begins. Once the source has been confirmed, we’ll explain what access is needed for the repair.

Can you repair the leak after finding it?

Yes. After identifying the source of the leak, our licensed plumbers can recommend and perform many plumbing repairs.

Do you work on older and custom homes in Tiburon?

Yes. We regularly work on a wide variety of homes throughout Tiburon and understand the unique plumbing systems often found in established and custom-built properties.

What should I do if I smell natural gas?

Leave the area immediately, avoid creating sparks or flames, and contact your gas utility. Once the area has been made safe, we can inspect your gas piping.

Do you have experience with Eichler homes?

Yes. Our team has extensive experience diagnosing plumbing and radiant heating systems in Eichler homes throughout Marin County.

Proudly Serving Marin & Sonoma

From the Marin coast to Sonoma wine country, we bring honest plumbing, heating & cooling to homeowners across both counties — based locally since 1986.

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Serving Marin & Sonoma Counties

Good plumbing, heating, and air conditioning systems are vital in every North California home. John Owens Services, Inc. is proud to be the expert plumbing company you can count on