Antelope borders Citrus Heights to the north with newer slab-on-grade housing stock than the 1977 median next door. Newer does not mean leak-proof. Copper pinholes, fitting failures, and irrigation systems that age fast in valley heat keep us busy here. We pinpoint the source without guesswork. Call (123) 456-7890.
Newer homes leak differently
Antelope's housing stock runs newer than Citrus Heights' 1977 median build year, which changes the failure list. Less galvanized pipe, more copper systems with fitting and joint failures, more slab-on-grade construction where a pinhole hides under concrete, and irrigation systems that bake in valley summers until heads crack and laterals split. The leaks are quieter here. Found by meters and bills, not by rust.
The irrigation factor
In newer subdivisions, irrigation is often the first suspect when a bill jumps. Zones run on timers nobody rechecks, heads break against edging and mowers, and a stuck valve can water the street all night. Our zone-by-zone process. Isolate each zone, watch the meter, listen along the laterals. Finds the bad zone in one visit, whatever the home's age.
Slab leaks still happen
Slab-on-grade is slab-on-grade: copper under concrete can develop pinholes regardless of the decade it was poured. The signs are the same. A warm patch on the floor, the faint sound of running water with everything off, a bill that crept up. Acoustic listening and thermal imaging find it without opening the slab to look, and the repair lands on one marked spot.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve Antelope?
Yes. Antelope borders Citrus Heights to the north and is in our regular service area. Call (123) 456-7890.
My home is only 20 years old. Can I still have a slab leak?
Yes. Copper pinholes and fitting failures do not check the build year. If you hear running water with everything off or see a warm spot on the floor, get it checked. Catching it early is what keeps the repair small.
My bill doubled in summer. Where do I start?
Start with irrigation: run each zone manually and walk it, then check the meter with the system off. A stuck valve or cracked lateral is the most common summer surprise in newer subdivisions.
How do you find a leak under a slab without breaking it?
Acoustic equipment hears the leak through the concrete, and thermal imaging shows the temperature signature on the surface. We mark the exact point. The slab only opens at the repair spot.
Do you detect pool leaks in Antelope?
Yes. Pool and spa leak detection. Dye testing, acoustic listening, and pressure testing of lines. Is part of our service lineup across the whole area.
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Call (123) 456-7890Last updated: October 25, 2026.