Is your water bill spiking?
A sudden spike in your water bill almost always means a hidden leak.
If your water bill jumped and nothing about your household usage changed, water is escaping somewhere you can’t see — under the slab, in a wall, underground, or at the pool. Lone Star Leak Locators finds the exact source using acoustic and electronic detection equipment, so you fix the real problem instead of guessing.
Common Causes
Why is my water bill spiking?
Slab Leak
A supply line leaking under the foundation runs constantly, which can quietly add hundreds of gallons a day to your bill.
Pool Leak
A pool losing more than a quarter inch of water per day beyond evaporation is often refilling through the auto-fill, driving up usage.
Underground Water Line Leak
A break in the line running from the meter to the house can leak entirely underground with no visible sign above ground.
Running Toilet
A worn flapper or fill valve can silently waste over 100 gallons a day and is one of the most common, most fixable causes.
Irrigation System Leak
A cracked sprinkler line or stuck valve can run water into the ground for hours without anyone noticing.
Water Heater or Fixture Leak
A slow leak at the water heater, under a sink, or behind a wall can add up fast even if you never see standing water.
Do the math
Small leaks add up faster than most people expect.
A leak doesn’t have to be dramatic to move your bill. Continuous, low-flow leaks run 24 hours a day, every day, until they’re found and fixed.
How it works
Four steps to finding what’s driving up your bill.
Rule out the obvious
We check toilets, fixtures, and the meter itself before assuming anything hidden.
Isolate the system
We pressure test the slab, pool, and irrigation lines separately to narrow down where water is escaping.
Pinpoint the leak
Acoustic listening equipment marks the exact location, not just a general area.
Deliver a clear report
You get documented findings you can act on immediately, in plain language.
Reviews
What your neighbors are saying.
Reviews sourced from verified Google Maps customer reviews.
“My water bill suddenly spiked and I knew something was wrong, but I had no idea where the leak was coming from. Lone Star Leak Locators and Steven Shipler came out, found the issue, explained everything clearly, and got us taken care of. They really rescued us from what could have turned into a much bigger problem. Professional, fast, and honest.”
“We had a huge jump in our water bill and were worried we had a serious hidden leak. Steven Shipler with Lone Star Leak Locators came out, located the problem, and helped get it fixed quickly. He explained the process in a way we could understand and gave us confidence that we were not just guessing. I would absolutely recommend them.”
“Our water bill spiked out of nowhere and we needed help fast. Lone Star Leak Locators showed up, found the leak, and Steven Shipler walked us through exactly what was happening. They saved us time, stress, and probably a lot more money if we had waited. Great service and very professional.”
Service areas
Proudly serving Allen and the North Dallas area.
If your water bill is spiking anywhere near Allen, Richardson, Plano, McKinney, Frisco, or Dallas, call 972-333-5448 and we’ll tell you quickly whether we cover your address.
FAQ
Common questions about a spiking water bill.
How much of a jump in my water bill is considered abnormal?
Any unexplained increase is worth investigating, but a jump of 50% or more over your typical bill, with no change in household usage, is a strong signal of a leak somewhere in the system.
Can I check for a leak myself before calling?
Yes. Turn off every fixture in the house, then check your water meter. If it’s still moving, water is escaping somewhere. This confirms a leak exists but won’t tell you where it is.
Is it my pool or my house?
We isolate the pool plumbing, the slab lines, and the irrigation system separately with pressure testing, so we can tell you definitively which system is losing water before recommending a repair.
Do you offer same-day service?
We offer same-day leak detection across our Allen and North Dallas service area whenever scheduling allows. Call 972-333-5448 to check availability for your address today.
Is leak detection non-invasive?
Yes. We use acoustic listening equipment, pressure testing, and electronic detection to pinpoint the leak location before any cutting, digging, or drilling happens.
Do you repair the leak too, or just locate it?
We specialize in locating slab, pool, water, and gas leaks and provide a clear report of our findings. Ask our team about repair coordination options for your specific situation.
Can I schedule an appointment online?
Yes. Use the “Schedule Online” button anywhere on this page to pick a time that works for you, or call 972-333-5448 if you’d rather book by phone.
Don’t pay for water you never used. Let’s find the leak.
Request leak detection service in Allen, Richardson, Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Dallas, and North Dallas. Tell us what your bill looks like and we’ll get back to you quickly.