The main water line is the underground pipe that runs from the water meter (usually at the street or property line) into your home. When it leaks or breaks, you can lose pressure, see a high water bill, or spot a soggy area or geyser in the yard. Leak Repair Florida finds and fixes main water line leaks across Florida from our Orlando office. We locate the leak with acoustic sensors, pressure testing, and water meter checks so we don’t dig up your whole yard, then repair or replace the damaged section with trenchless options (pipe bursting or lining) when it makes sense. We’re licensed and insured and available 24/7 for main line breaks. Related work: underground pipe leak repair, outside yard leak repair.
The main water line (also called the main supply line or service line) brings water from the meter at the street or property line into your house. It’s buried underground and is often copper, galvanized steel, PEX, or PVC depending on age and code. When this pipe leaks or bursts, water is lost underground or surfaces in the yard, and you may see low pressure, high bills, or visible water in the lawn. Common causes: age and corrosion (older copper or galvanized pipe can develop pinhole leaks or cracks); ground movement and tree roots (shifting soil or roots can stress the pipe and cause breaks or joint failures); freeze (rare in Florida but possible in the northern part of the state); construction or digging (accidental damage during excavation or landscaping); and water hammer (repeated pressure spikes can weaken joints or pipe walls). We use leak detection to confirm the cause and location so we choose the right repair—spot repair, section replacement, or trenchless.
If you notice any of these, get the line located and repaired soon. Delaying can mean more water waste, higher bills, and possible foundation or landscaping damage.
We locate the break first using leak detection: water meter test to confirm a leak, pressure testing to isolate the main line, and acoustic sensors to pinpoint the pipe underground. We may use video inspection when the pipe is accessible. Then we explain your options—spot repair (small section), section replacement (excavation), or trenchless (pipe bursting to pull new pipe through the old one, or lining to create a new pipe inside the existing one)—and give you an estimate or upfront pricing. We fix or replace the failed section; trenchless methods usually mean less yard disruption and a faster job. We test pressure and the water meter so you know the leak is fixed. Repair time depends on location, pipe material, and method; we’ll give you an idea before we start.
Cost depends on detection and repair. Leak detection to pinpoint the main line is often $200–$500 or included in the repair. Spot repair (small section, minimal excavation) is typically $500–$1,500 including detection and repair. Section replacement (excavation) runs about $1,000–$3,000+ depending on pipe length, depth, and material. Trenchless (pipe bursting or lining) is typically $1,500–$4,000+ depending on length and method; it can avoid landscaping and driveway damage, which may save you money overall. We give upfront pricing or a clear estimate after we locate the leak. We can provide documentation for insurance when the damage is sudden and accidental.
We pinpoint the main line leak before we dig, so excavation is minimal and repair cost is controlled. Pipe bursting and lining can repair or replace the main line with less digging and often a faster turnaround. We’re based at 426 W Robinson St, Orlando, FL 32801 and serve Central Florida, Tampa Bay, South Florida, Space Coast, and Northeast Florida. For underground pipe work including irrigation and supply lines, see underground pipe leak repair. For yard and outdoor faucet leaks, see outside yard leak repair. Leak Repair Florida hub and city pages list the areas we serve.
We use a water meter test to confirm a leak, pressure testing to isolate the main line, and acoustic sensors to pinpoint the pipe underground. That lets us dig only where needed for repair or use trenchless repair.
Yes. When it’s appropriate we use pipe bursting (pulling new pipe through the old one) or lining (new pipe inside the existing one) to repair or replace the main line with less excavation. We’ll say whether trenchless or traditional repair fits your situation.
Detection is often $200–$500; spot repair $500–$1,500; section replacement or trenchless $1,000–$4,000+. We give an estimate after we locate the leak.
Many homeowners policies cover sudden and accidental water damage from pipe leaks. We can provide documentation for your claim. Check your policy for your specific coverage.
It depends on where the leak is, the pipe material, and the method. Spot repair or trenchless can often be done in a day; section replacement may take longer. We’ll give you a timeframe when we give the estimate.
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