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Cartoon superhero Jeremy using X-ray vision to spot a leaking pipe through a concrete wall

Jeremy the Leak Whisperer: Clearwater Water Leak Detection with Superhuman Precision

When most people look at a concrete wall, they see… a wall. When Jeremy from I Find Leaks looks at it, he sees what’s behind it. That’s why we call him the Leak Whisperer. This isn’t just a story about finding a leak — it’s a story about precision, intuition, and expertise coming together in one unforgettable Clearwater Beach job. The Mysterious Puddle It started with a call from a high-rise condo on Clearwater Beach. Maintenance had spotted water pooling near a large electrical panel by the fourth-floor elevator. They couldn’t see a leak. They couldn’t hear one. But something wasn’t right. Water pooling near

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Comic-style Jeremy using an IR camera to battle a copper pipe monster in a cluttered Clearwater garage

Inside the Chaos: Solving a Clearwater Water Leak in a Hoarder Home Without Tearing It Apart

It’s one thing to locate a water leak. It’s another to find it inside a Clearwater hoarder house so packed with clutter that you can’t even see the floor. That was the challenge our technician Jeremy faced on a recent Clearwater water leak call—one of the most difficult we’ve seen in years. The first room we entered was more obstacle course than living space. Shoes, stuffed animals, boxes, games, Publix bags, Tupperware—you name it, it was stacked from floor to ceiling. The floor wasn’t even visible. Inside a Clearwater hoarder home, our team was called in to find a hidden water leak beneath the layers

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Jeremy from I Find Leaks stands in a Tampa jungle yard, facing a collapsed bathroom, ready to find the leak

Hillsborough County High Water Bill? Tampa Leak Mystery Solved Inside a Forgotten Building

When a homeowner in Tampa, Florida received a massive water bill out of nowhere, they knew something was wrong. They were convinced the leak wasn’t inside their home—after all, the main shut-off valve on the mobile home showed no signs of water flow. That’s when they called us. At I Find Leaks, we specialize in slab and underground leak detection across Hillsborough County, especially in Tampa. But even for our experienced team, this job would turn out to be one of the most disturbing, dangerous, and unforgettable cases we’ve ever handled. A Large Lot, a Mobile Home, and No Visible Leak Jeremy pulls up to

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Cartoon couple in Clearwater kitchen hearing strange water sound with slab leak under marble tile

We Heard It Before We Saw It: Clearwater Home Had a Slab Leak Hidden Beneath Pristine Tile

When the water bill doubled—and no one was taking longer showers—the family in this Clearwater, Florida home knew something wasn’t right. There wasn’t a drop in sight. But the faint, constant sound of running water haunted the quiet mornings. They checked the faucets. Toilets. The irrigation system. Nothing. No visible puddles. No ceiling spots. But then came symptom #2: a sudden drop in water pressure. And finally, the utility bill landed. It was three times higher than normal. If you’re a homeowner in Pinellas County and you’re hearing running water when nothing is on, or if you’re dealing with weak pressure or a skyrocketing bill,

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Customers leave a Madeira Beach restaurant holding their noses as sewer smoke pours out, with an I Find Leaks van arriving outside

12 Years of Sewer Odor… Solved in One Day by I Find Leaks

Some problems hide so well they start to feel unsolvable. That’s exactly what happened at a popular Madeira Beach restaurant. For over 12 years, staff and patrons complained of a mysterious sewer odor that would drift through the dining room and kitchen—especially on humid days. It never seemed consistent, but it was always there. They hired plumbers. Contractors. Even the city checked it out. No one could find the source. Then they called I Find Leaks. The Investigation Begins: Looking Up, Not Down When our technician Tyler arrived on-site, he did what most professionals don’t—he listened. Really listened. The staff pointed to the ceiling. “It

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Water pours from beneath a Palm Harbor garage door as a frantic homeowner reacts and an I Find Leaks van arrives to help.

Palm Harbor Leak Detection: What Looked Like a Slab Leak Wasn’t

Palm Harbor Leak Detection: What Looked Like a Slab Leak Wasn’t If you’re in Palm Harbor and suddenly notice water on your garage floor or a spike in your water bill, you’re not alone. But before you assume the worst — like a slab leak — call the professionals at I Find Leaks. We’re a dedicated leak detection company that uses advanced tools and decades of experience to solve problems without tearing your home apart. Unlike companies that offer both detection and repair, we don’t profit from the fix. That means we have one job — and we do it with integrity. If you’re wondering

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Receptionist pinching her nose in a St. Petersburg resort kitchen due to sewer odor, with an I Find Leaks van visible through the window.

The Stench No One Could Escape: Sewer Gas Takes Over a St. Pete Resort Kitchen

The Stench No One Could Escape: Sewer Gas Takes Over a St. Pete Resort Kitchen For weeks, something felt off inside a quiet little resort tucked near the beaches of St. Petersburg, Florida. It wasn’t the view, the staff, or the location. It was the smell. Guests walked in and paused. Staff were mortified. At first, they blamed the trash bins outside or assumed maybe someone forgot to take the seafood out of the fridge. But no matter how much they scrubbed or sprayed, nothing worked. They lit candles. Plugged in air fresheners. One staff member even set up a Keurig coffee maker beside a

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CPVC elbow leak showing fine mist of water after shut-off, brittle pipe damage

St. Petersburg High Water Bill Mystery Solved Beneath the Crawl Space

Introduction “Oh my gosh, I wish I would have known about you before I got my water bill!” the homeowner laughed nervously. We hear that one a lot. In a city like St. Petersburg—where the water table is high, the ground is sandy, and the plumbing is often buried beneath decades of tropical landscaping—water leaks can become invisible nightmares. This case was no exception. The homeowner’s bill had suddenly spiked with no explanation. No puddles. No soft soil. Just a number that made her jaw drop. She called us. Jeremy showed up. And what happened next was one of our favorite detective stories in recent

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Four office coworkers in a breakroom glare at each other, reacting to a mysterious odor, with bacon and eggs on the table between them.

Blame Game in the Breakroom: How Sewer Odor Fooled an Entire Palm Harbor Office

When a weird smell started drifting through a small professional office near Downtown Palm Harbor, the people working inside did what most people would do: They looked at each other… and started pointing fingers. “Was it you?” “No, it wasn’t me.” “Are you sure?” Someone even lit a candle and moved it room to room like it was a ghost-hunting mission. But the culprit wasn’t human. It was hiding inside the walls. That’s when the team at I Find Leaks got the call. We’ve seen this type of thing before all over Pinellas County—from Palm Harbor and to Dunedin, Oldsmar, and the East Lake area.

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Frustrated woman and dog next to gushing slab leak under marble tile in new Florida kitchen with I Find Leaks van outside

Brand New Kitchen, Devastating Leak: Oldsmar Home Saved by Expert Slab Detection

When a stunningly remodeled home in Oldsmar, Florida started showing signs of a sky-high water bill, the homeowners were confused and frustrated. Everything in the house was brand new—appliances, cabinets, tile floors—painstakingly restored after the devastating flooding from Hurricane Helene and Milton the year before. On the surface, this home located just off Tampa Road, near Sheffield Park and Forest Lakes, looked flawless. But under the surface? Water was silently flooding the slab. That’s when the homeowner called I Find Leaks—Oldsmar’s trusted leak detection professionals. The first sign of trouble wasn’t visual—it was audible. The homeowner reported hearing the sound of running water beneath the

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Technician Sonny from I Find Leaks inspecting a Clearwater home’s sewer line with a Ridgid camera in front of a light blue house

Clearwater Sewer Inspection Uncovers a Hidden Homebuyer Nightmare

When you’re buying a home in Clearwater — whether it’s near the shores of Old Clearwater Bay, nestled in Skycrest, or in a quiet cul-de-sac behind Eagle Lake Park — your attention is usually on the kitchen, curb appeal, and closing costs. But the biggest expense may be hidden underground. That’s why one smart buyer called I Find Leaks before making their offer. They wanted a pre-purchase Clearwater sewer inspection, and what we found could have easily turned into a five-figure disaster. We pulled up to a charming single-story home with a fresh “Coming Soon” sign in the yard. It looked like a dream —

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Cluttered interior of a hoarder house with household items stacked nearly six feet high

When Precision Meets Chaos: Finding a Slab Leak in a Pinellas County Hoarder Home

If you’ve ever dealt with a high water bill in Pinellas County, you know how frustrating and confusing it can be. But imagine receiving that massive bill… and having to search for a hidden slab leak inside a home packed floor-to-ceiling with clutter. That’s exactly what Sonny from I Find Leaks faced when he pulled up to a seemingly ordinary home in Pinellas County—only to discover a hoarder house that pushed leak detection to its limits. Whether you’re in Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, East Lake Woodlands, Dunedin, Clearwater, or Safety Harbor, one thing is true: leaks can happen anywhere—and they don’t care how easy your

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Frustrated Tampa homeowner holding a high water bill at kitchen table with I Find Leaks van visible through window

Tampa High Water Bill? Here’s How a Hidden Slab Leak Was Driving Up Utility Costs

When a Tampa homeowner in the Westchase area received a shocking utility bill, they knew something was wrong. Their normal water usage hadn’t changed, but the bill had more than doubled. No toilets were running, no faucets left dripping, and the irrigation schedule hadn’t been touched. Like many residents in neighborhoods stretching from Citrus Park to Carrollwood, they were stuck wondering: Why is my Tampa water bill so high? That’s where we come in. At I Find Leaks, we specialize in helping homeowners solve exactly these kinds of mysteries. With advanced slab leak detection tools and years of local experience across Tampa Bay, our team

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Water puddle forming in a Westchase garage, possibly from a hidden leak near the water heater.

Westchase Leak Detection: How We Tracked a Hidden Copper Pipe Leak Across Multiple Rooms

If you live in Westchase and recently noticed water on your garage floor, a soft spot in your carpet, or a spike in your Hillsborough County water bill, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining things. Leak detection in Westchase, Florida, can be tricky, especially in neighborhoods like The Bridges, Radcliffe, Saville Rowe, and Woodbay, where many homes were built with copper piping and have water heaters tucked into garages and laundry rooms. This case study comes straight from one of those Westchase neighborhoods and shows just how deceptive a leak can be—proving that just because water appears in one area doesn’t mean the leak is

Read More »
Woman covering nose inside home with visible I Find Leaks van outside and rats in attic, illustrating sewer odor and rodent infestation.

Pinellas County’s Hidden Problem: Sewer Odors and Rodents in Your Home

“What’s that smell?” It’s the question no homeowner wants to ask—and if you live in Pinellas County, it might be more than just a nuisance. In a recent case in Clearwater, a persistent sewer odor wasn’t just irritating—it was a sign of something far more serious: a rodent infestation coming directly from the home’s plumbing system. This is a story you need to see to believe. We began this job using our industrial-grade Hurco smoke tester, a safe and EPA-approved tool that pushes dense smoke through the sewer system. With roof access available, we ran a long hose up from the sidewalk and started filling

Read More »
Frustrated Clearwater homeowner indoors with green sewer smoke and I Find Leaks van visible outside the window.

How We Tracked Down a Hidden Sewer Odor in Clearwater, Florida—And What It Means for Your Home

It started like so many calls we get in Clearwater: “My house smells like sewage, but no one can find where it’s coming from.” This homeowner in the Old Bay District had tried everything—plumbers, air fresheners, even replacing a toilet. But the foul smell kept creeping back. That’s when they called I Find Leaks. Our technician, Tyler, arrived with a hunch: this wasn’t a simple issue. It was time for sewer smoke testing—a method that uses safe, pressurized smoke to track down hidden leaks in a home’s sewer gas system. It’s a powerful tool, especially in older Clearwater neighborhoods with aging plumbing systems. Using our

Read More »
Drywall damage in Madeira Beach laundry room from improper leak detection

When DIY Fails: How a Hidden Leak in Madeira Beach Turned into a Flooded Mess

Tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay, Madeira Beach is one of the most scenic spots in Pinellas County. Known for its white sand beaches, iconic John’s Pass Village, and laid-back coastal charm, it’s a dream place to live — until water starts pouring through your hallway. One Madeira Beach homeowner recently faced a situation no one wants: a massive water bill, unexplained flooding, and no clear signs of where the leak was coming from. Their first move? Hire a handyman. Big mistake. Instead of pinpointing the problem, the handyman randomly cut holes in the drywall, hoping to stumble upon the leak.

Read More »
City of St. Petersburg high water bill notice for 290,000 gallons of usage

290,000 Gallons Later: How One St. Petersburg Homeowner Beat a Massive Water Bill

In the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida, where charming brick roads and oak-lined neighborhoods meet the turquoise waters of Tampa Bay, one homeowner recently found themselves facing a nightmare: a water bill showing 290,000 gallons of usage in just over a month. 😱 They weren’t overwatering their lawn in Snell Isle, weren’t filling up a backyard pool in Jungle Terrace, and weren’t hosting any wild water slide parties in Historic Kenwood. So what happened? They got a visit from the city — a printed notice taped to their door confirmed what they feared: their water meter was racing, but there was no sign of a

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A digital water meter indicating flow with a small arrow that flashes when there is water going through the meter.

Clearwater Leak Detection: How I Find Leaks Solved a Year-and-a-Half-Long Mystery

When a Clearwater tenant noticed water rising through their vinyl flooring, they never expected the mystery to last over 18 months. Multiple plumbers came and went. Restoration teams cut walls. But no one could find the leak. That’s when I Find Leaks was called in. This case study shows how our team used experience, advanced tools, and a systematic process to uncover the truth — and finally stop a hidden leak that had been flooding the home silently for over a year. 📍 Arrival at a Blue Block Home in Clearwater Our I Find Leaks van pulled into the driveway of a blue concrete block

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Heroic plumber using FLIR camera to detect St. Petersburg water leak inside flooded home with iFindLeaks van outside window.

St. Petersburg Water Leak Detection: How IFindLeaks Pinpoints Hidden Leaks and Saves Homeowners Thousands

Water leaks in St. Petersburg, Florida aren’t always as simple as they seem. When water starts appearing across multiple areas inside a home, it can quickly lead to confusion, frustration, expensive repairs, and high water bills. At iFindLeaks.com, we specialize in pinpointing difficult leaks fast — saving homeowners thousands of dollars and protecting their property from extensive damage. Recently, our expert technician Jeremy was called out to a home in St. Petersburg that had mysterious water appearing in several rooms. Let’s walk through the job step-by-step and see why professional leak detection is absolutely essential — especially when you’re facing a potential St. Petersburg water

Read More »
Cartoon superhero Jeremy using X-ray vision to spot a leaking pipe through a concrete wall

Jeremy the Leak Whisperer: Clearwater Water Leak Detection with Superhuman Precision

When most people look at a concrete wall, they see… a wall. When Jeremy from I Find Leaks looks at it, he sees what’s behind it. That’s why we call him the Leak Whisperer. This isn’t just a story about finding a leak — it’s a story about precision, intuition, and expertise coming together in one unforgettable Clearwater Beach job. The Mysterious Puddle It started with a call from a high-rise condo on Clearwater Beach. Maintenance had spotted water pooling near a large electrical panel by the fourth-floor elevator. They couldn’t see a leak. They couldn’t hear one. But something wasn’t right. Water pooling near

Read More »
Comic-style Jeremy using an IR camera to battle a copper pipe monster in a cluttered Clearwater garage

Inside the Chaos: Solving a Clearwater Water Leak in a Hoarder Home Without Tearing It Apart

It’s one thing to locate a water leak. It’s another to find it inside a Clearwater hoarder house so packed with clutter that you can’t even see the floor. That was the challenge our technician Jeremy faced on a recent Clearwater water leak call—one of the most difficult we’ve seen in years. The first room we entered was more obstacle course than living space. Shoes, stuffed animals, boxes, games, Publix bags, Tupperware—you name it, it was stacked from floor to ceiling. The floor wasn’t even visible. Inside a Clearwater hoarder home, our team was called in to find a hidden water leak beneath the layers

Read More »
Jeremy from I Find Leaks stands in a Tampa jungle yard, facing a collapsed bathroom, ready to find the leak

Hillsborough County High Water Bill? Tampa Leak Mystery Solved Inside a Forgotten Building

When a homeowner in Tampa, Florida received a massive water bill out of nowhere, they knew something was wrong. They were convinced the leak wasn’t inside their home—after all, the main shut-off valve on the mobile home showed no signs of water flow. That’s when they called us. At I Find Leaks, we specialize in slab and underground leak detection across Hillsborough County, especially in Tampa. But even for our experienced team, this job would turn out to be one of the most disturbing, dangerous, and unforgettable cases we’ve ever handled. A Large Lot, a Mobile Home, and No Visible Leak Jeremy pulls up to

Read More »
Cartoon couple in Clearwater kitchen hearing strange water sound with slab leak under marble tile

We Heard It Before We Saw It: Clearwater Home Had a Slab Leak Hidden Beneath Pristine Tile

When the water bill doubled—and no one was taking longer showers—the family in this Clearwater, Florida home knew something wasn’t right. There wasn’t a drop in sight. But the faint, constant sound of running water haunted the quiet mornings. They checked the faucets. Toilets. The irrigation system. Nothing. No visible puddles. No ceiling spots. But then came symptom #2: a sudden drop in water pressure. And finally, the utility bill landed. It was three times higher than normal. If you’re a homeowner in Pinellas County and you’re hearing running water when nothing is on, or if you’re dealing with weak pressure or a skyrocketing bill,

Read More »
Customers leave a Madeira Beach restaurant holding their noses as sewer smoke pours out, with an I Find Leaks van arriving outside

12 Years of Sewer Odor… Solved in One Day by I Find Leaks

Some problems hide so well they start to feel unsolvable. That’s exactly what happened at a popular Madeira Beach restaurant. For over 12 years, staff and patrons complained of a mysterious sewer odor that would drift through the dining room and kitchen—especially on humid days. It never seemed consistent, but it was always there. They hired plumbers. Contractors. Even the city checked it out. No one could find the source. Then they called I Find Leaks. The Investigation Begins: Looking Up, Not Down When our technician Tyler arrived on-site, he did what most professionals don’t—he listened. Really listened. The staff pointed to the ceiling. “It

Read More »
Water pours from beneath a Palm Harbor garage door as a frantic homeowner reacts and an I Find Leaks van arrives to help.

Palm Harbor Leak Detection: What Looked Like a Slab Leak Wasn’t

Palm Harbor Leak Detection: What Looked Like a Slab Leak Wasn’t If you’re in Palm Harbor and suddenly notice water on your garage floor or a spike in your water bill, you’re not alone. But before you assume the worst — like a slab leak — call the professionals at I Find Leaks. We’re a dedicated leak detection company that uses advanced tools and decades of experience to solve problems without tearing your home apart. Unlike companies that offer both detection and repair, we don’t profit from the fix. That means we have one job — and we do it with integrity. If you’re wondering

Read More »
Receptionist pinching her nose in a St. Petersburg resort kitchen due to sewer odor, with an I Find Leaks van visible through the window.

The Stench No One Could Escape: Sewer Gas Takes Over a St. Pete Resort Kitchen

The Stench No One Could Escape: Sewer Gas Takes Over a St. Pete Resort Kitchen For weeks, something felt off inside a quiet little resort tucked near the beaches of St. Petersburg, Florida. It wasn’t the view, the staff, or the location. It was the smell. Guests walked in and paused. Staff were mortified. At first, they blamed the trash bins outside or assumed maybe someone forgot to take the seafood out of the fridge. But no matter how much they scrubbed or sprayed, nothing worked. They lit candles. Plugged in air fresheners. One staff member even set up a Keurig coffee maker beside a

Read More »
CPVC elbow leak showing fine mist of water after shut-off, brittle pipe damage

St. Petersburg High Water Bill Mystery Solved Beneath the Crawl Space

Introduction “Oh my gosh, I wish I would have known about you before I got my water bill!” the homeowner laughed nervously. We hear that one a lot. In a city like St. Petersburg—where the water table is high, the ground is sandy, and the plumbing is often buried beneath decades of tropical landscaping—water leaks can become invisible nightmares. This case was no exception. The homeowner’s bill had suddenly spiked with no explanation. No puddles. No soft soil. Just a number that made her jaw drop. She called us. Jeremy showed up. And what happened next was one of our favorite detective stories in recent

Read More »
Four office coworkers in a breakroom glare at each other, reacting to a mysterious odor, with bacon and eggs on the table between them.

Blame Game in the Breakroom: How Sewer Odor Fooled an Entire Palm Harbor Office

When a weird smell started drifting through a small professional office near Downtown Palm Harbor, the people working inside did what most people would do: They looked at each other… and started pointing fingers. “Was it you?” “No, it wasn’t me.” “Are you sure?” Someone even lit a candle and moved it room to room like it was a ghost-hunting mission. But the culprit wasn’t human. It was hiding inside the walls. That’s when the team at I Find Leaks got the call. We’ve seen this type of thing before all over Pinellas County—from Palm Harbor and to Dunedin, Oldsmar, and the East Lake area.

Read More »
Frustrated woman and dog next to gushing slab leak under marble tile in new Florida kitchen with I Find Leaks van outside

Brand New Kitchen, Devastating Leak: Oldsmar Home Saved by Expert Slab Detection

When a stunningly remodeled home in Oldsmar, Florida started showing signs of a sky-high water bill, the homeowners were confused and frustrated. Everything in the house was brand new—appliances, cabinets, tile floors—painstakingly restored after the devastating flooding from Hurricane Helene and Milton the year before. On the surface, this home located just off Tampa Road, near Sheffield Park and Forest Lakes, looked flawless. But under the surface? Water was silently flooding the slab. That’s when the homeowner called I Find Leaks—Oldsmar’s trusted leak detection professionals. The first sign of trouble wasn’t visual—it was audible. The homeowner reported hearing the sound of running water beneath the

Read More »
Technician Sonny from I Find Leaks inspecting a Clearwater home’s sewer line with a Ridgid camera in front of a light blue house

Clearwater Sewer Inspection Uncovers a Hidden Homebuyer Nightmare

When you’re buying a home in Clearwater — whether it’s near the shores of Old Clearwater Bay, nestled in Skycrest, or in a quiet cul-de-sac behind Eagle Lake Park — your attention is usually on the kitchen, curb appeal, and closing costs. But the biggest expense may be hidden underground. That’s why one smart buyer called I Find Leaks before making their offer. They wanted a pre-purchase Clearwater sewer inspection, and what we found could have easily turned into a five-figure disaster. We pulled up to a charming single-story home with a fresh “Coming Soon” sign in the yard. It looked like a dream —

Read More »
Cluttered interior of a hoarder house with household items stacked nearly six feet high

When Precision Meets Chaos: Finding a Slab Leak in a Pinellas County Hoarder Home

If you’ve ever dealt with a high water bill in Pinellas County, you know how frustrating and confusing it can be. But imagine receiving that massive bill… and having to search for a hidden slab leak inside a home packed floor-to-ceiling with clutter. That’s exactly what Sonny from I Find Leaks faced when he pulled up to a seemingly ordinary home in Pinellas County—only to discover a hoarder house that pushed leak detection to its limits. Whether you’re in Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, East Lake Woodlands, Dunedin, Clearwater, or Safety Harbor, one thing is true: leaks can happen anywhere—and they don’t care how easy your

Read More »
Frustrated Tampa homeowner holding a high water bill at kitchen table with I Find Leaks van visible through window

Tampa High Water Bill? Here’s How a Hidden Slab Leak Was Driving Up Utility Costs

When a Tampa homeowner in the Westchase area received a shocking utility bill, they knew something was wrong. Their normal water usage hadn’t changed, but the bill had more than doubled. No toilets were running, no faucets left dripping, and the irrigation schedule hadn’t been touched. Like many residents in neighborhoods stretching from Citrus Park to Carrollwood, they were stuck wondering: Why is my Tampa water bill so high? That’s where we come in. At I Find Leaks, we specialize in helping homeowners solve exactly these kinds of mysteries. With advanced slab leak detection tools and years of local experience across Tampa Bay, our team

Read More »
Water puddle forming in a Westchase garage, possibly from a hidden leak near the water heater.

Westchase Leak Detection: How We Tracked a Hidden Copper Pipe Leak Across Multiple Rooms

If you live in Westchase and recently noticed water on your garage floor, a soft spot in your carpet, or a spike in your Hillsborough County water bill, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining things. Leak detection in Westchase, Florida, can be tricky, especially in neighborhoods like The Bridges, Radcliffe, Saville Rowe, and Woodbay, where many homes were built with copper piping and have water heaters tucked into garages and laundry rooms. This case study comes straight from one of those Westchase neighborhoods and shows just how deceptive a leak can be—proving that just because water appears in one area doesn’t mean the leak is

Read More »
Woman covering nose inside home with visible I Find Leaks van outside and rats in attic, illustrating sewer odor and rodent infestation.

Pinellas County’s Hidden Problem: Sewer Odors and Rodents in Your Home

“What’s that smell?” It’s the question no homeowner wants to ask—and if you live in Pinellas County, it might be more than just a nuisance. In a recent case in Clearwater, a persistent sewer odor wasn’t just irritating—it was a sign of something far more serious: a rodent infestation coming directly from the home’s plumbing system. This is a story you need to see to believe. We began this job using our industrial-grade Hurco smoke tester, a safe and EPA-approved tool that pushes dense smoke through the sewer system. With roof access available, we ran a long hose up from the sidewalk and started filling

Read More »
Frustrated Clearwater homeowner indoors with green sewer smoke and I Find Leaks van visible outside the window.

How We Tracked Down a Hidden Sewer Odor in Clearwater, Florida—And What It Means for Your Home

It started like so many calls we get in Clearwater: “My house smells like sewage, but no one can find where it’s coming from.” This homeowner in the Old Bay District had tried everything—plumbers, air fresheners, even replacing a toilet. But the foul smell kept creeping back. That’s when they called I Find Leaks. Our technician, Tyler, arrived with a hunch: this wasn’t a simple issue. It was time for sewer smoke testing—a method that uses safe, pressurized smoke to track down hidden leaks in a home’s sewer gas system. It’s a powerful tool, especially in older Clearwater neighborhoods with aging plumbing systems. Using our

Read More »
Drywall damage in Madeira Beach laundry room from improper leak detection

When DIY Fails: How a Hidden Leak in Madeira Beach Turned into a Flooded Mess

Tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay, Madeira Beach is one of the most scenic spots in Pinellas County. Known for its white sand beaches, iconic John’s Pass Village, and laid-back coastal charm, it’s a dream place to live — until water starts pouring through your hallway. One Madeira Beach homeowner recently faced a situation no one wants: a massive water bill, unexplained flooding, and no clear signs of where the leak was coming from. Their first move? Hire a handyman. Big mistake. Instead of pinpointing the problem, the handyman randomly cut holes in the drywall, hoping to stumble upon the leak.

Read More »
City of St. Petersburg high water bill notice for 290,000 gallons of usage

290,000 Gallons Later: How One St. Petersburg Homeowner Beat a Massive Water Bill

In the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida, where charming brick roads and oak-lined neighborhoods meet the turquoise waters of Tampa Bay, one homeowner recently found themselves facing a nightmare: a water bill showing 290,000 gallons of usage in just over a month. 😱 They weren’t overwatering their lawn in Snell Isle, weren’t filling up a backyard pool in Jungle Terrace, and weren’t hosting any wild water slide parties in Historic Kenwood. So what happened? They got a visit from the city — a printed notice taped to their door confirmed what they feared: their water meter was racing, but there was no sign of a

Read More »
A digital water meter indicating flow with a small arrow that flashes when there is water going through the meter.

Clearwater Leak Detection: How I Find Leaks Solved a Year-and-a-Half-Long Mystery

When a Clearwater tenant noticed water rising through their vinyl flooring, they never expected the mystery to last over 18 months. Multiple plumbers came and went. Restoration teams cut walls. But no one could find the leak. That’s when I Find Leaks was called in. This case study shows how our team used experience, advanced tools, and a systematic process to uncover the truth — and finally stop a hidden leak that had been flooding the home silently for over a year. 📍 Arrival at a Blue Block Home in Clearwater Our I Find Leaks van pulled into the driveway of a blue concrete block

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Heroic plumber using FLIR camera to detect St. Petersburg water leak inside flooded home with iFindLeaks van outside window.

St. Petersburg Water Leak Detection: How IFindLeaks Pinpoints Hidden Leaks and Saves Homeowners Thousands

Water leaks in St. Petersburg, Florida aren’t always as simple as they seem. When water starts appearing across multiple areas inside a home, it can quickly lead to confusion, frustration, expensive repairs, and high water bills. At iFindLeaks.com, we specialize in pinpointing difficult leaks fast — saving homeowners thousands of dollars and protecting their property from extensive damage. Recently, our expert technician Jeremy was called out to a home in St. Petersburg that had mysterious water appearing in several rooms. Let’s walk through the job step-by-step and see why professional leak detection is absolutely essential — especially when you’re facing a potential St. Petersburg water

Read More »

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