Slab Leak Repair & Repipe in Kite Hill, Laguna Niguel, CA

Slab Leak Detection & Repair

Ideal for: warm floor spots, meter spinning with no visible leak, sudden bill spikes, musty odors near kitchens/hall baths.

How we find it—without guesswork

• Zone isolation (hot/cold) with calibrated pressure testing

• Acoustic listening + tracer gas to pinpoint exact leak path

• Thermal imaging to map hot-line anomalies under tile/wood

• Camera scoping to rule out drain issues that mimic supply leaks

Repairs tailored to Kite Hill

• Precision spot repairs when access is clean and risk is low

• In-wall/overhead reroutes to bypass slab lines and protect flooring

• Targeted PEX segments where multiple pinholes suggest broader fatigue

• PRV test/replace to tame hillside pressure spikes (protects fixtures & appliances)

Typical timeline: locate in 1–3 hours; many repairs same day.

Whole-Home Repipe

When it’s time: two+ leaks in 12–18 months, mixed galvanized/copper, or chronic flow/pressure complaints at distant baths.

What you get

• Material plan (PEX-A or Type L copper) matched to layout & finishes

• Minimal-opening routing via attic/wall chases; dust containment & daily cleanup

• New labeled shutoffs/manifold; balanced pressure and better hot-water delivery

• Optional water conditioning to reduce future pinholes

• City permit/inspection handled; drywall patch/texture ready for paint

Water-off window: typically 4–8 hrs/day during swap; water restored nightly.

Kite Hill Issues We See Most

• High static pressure (PRVs drifting >75–80 PSI) stressing lines/fixtures

• Hot-line slab leaks under kitchens and primary baths

• Slow hot water to hillside suites—great candidates for recirculation

• Hard-water scale on premium valves—consider conditioning/filtration

Recent Jobs Nearby

• Alicia Pkwy side of Kite Hill: Warm tile by pantry; tracer gas confirmed hot-line leak. In-wall reroute—no floor demo; dry-out complete in 48 hours.

• High ridge cul-de-sac: Two pinholes in 9 months. Partial hot-side repipe; PRV replaced and set to 60 PSI; walls patched/texture-matched.

• Crown Valley approach: Distant bath slow hot water. Installed recirculation during repipe; upstairs shower hot in ~6–8 seconds.

How We Work

• 24/7 dispatch with accurate ETAs

• Locate first, open last: non-destructive diagnostics as standard

• Floor/wall protection to remodel-grade standards; spotless daily cleanup

• One team for plumbing + restoration to minimize downtime

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I tell if a warm floor spot in my Kite Hill (Laguna Niguel 92677) kitchen is a hot-line slab leak?

In Kite Hill’s slab-on-grade homes, a hot-line slab leak often shows up as a warm patch under tile/wood near the kitchen or hall bath, plus a sudden bill spike or a meter that “creeps” when everything is off. The cleanest next step is electronic leak detection so you’re not guessing or breaking floors. Once confirmed, slab leak repair can be planned around your finishes.

Can you locate a Kite Hill slab leak without tearing up my flooring?

Often, yes—Kite Hill homes commonly have upgraded floors and you don’t want exploratory demo. We isolate hot/cold zones, use acoustic tools, tracer gas, and thermal imaging, and even scope drains to rule out “look-alike” issues with camera inspection. That way electronic leak detection points to the exact path before any openings are made.

Why do hillside Kite Hill homes get repeat pinholes, and how does pressure play into it?

Kite Hill’s hillside elevation can mean higher static pressure—especially when an older regulator drifts—stressing copper joints, angle stops, and premium shower valves. If your pressure is running high, you can fix the root cause with PRV pressure regulator replacement so repairs don’t turn into another leak six months later. Stable pressure also helps protect appliances like water heaters and dishwashers.

When should a Kite Hill home choose a whole-home repipe instead of another slab-leak patch?

If you’ve had two or more leaks in the last 12–18 months, mixed galvanized/copper, or recurring pinholes across different areas, the system is usually aging out—not just one bad spot. A planned whole-home repipe is often the most predictable way to end surprise leaks in 92677 tract layouts. After access holes, drywall repair and painting can get everything back to paint-ready.

Do you have to jackhammer the slab in Kite Hill, or can you reroute through walls/attic?

In many Kite Hill floorplans, an in-wall/overhead reroute can bypass failing slab lines and protect flooring—especially when the leak sits under a remodeled kitchen or continuous tile. After electronic leak detection, we’ll recommend the least invasive option, whether that’s a targeted slab leak repair or a cleaner reroute plan. The goal is “locate first, open last.”

Hot water is slow to our upstairs suite in Kite Hill—can that be fixed during leak work or repipe?

Yes—Kite Hill homes often have long hot-water runs to hillside suites, so you end up waiting (and wasting water) at the far shower. Adding recirculation pump installation during a repipe or reroute is one of the easiest times to improve comfort. If temperatures swing after recirc, mixing valve commissioning and recirc balancing can stabilize it.

Will water conditioning help with hard-water scale on Kite Hill’s premium fixtures and valves?

If you’re seeing stiff shower handles, clogged aerators, or spotty glass, hard-water scale is usually part of the story in Orange County. A water softener installation gives the strongest scale reduction, while a salt-free conditioner installation is a lower-maintenance option. For best results, pair it with a clean bypass loop installation and keep it dialed in with annual maintenance and hardness re-check.

If a slab leak already caused water damage in my Kite Hill home, what happens after the plumbing is fixed?

Once the leak is stopped, the priority is fast dry-out of the slab and wall cavities to prevent swelling, odor, and mold risk. We can handle the cleanup with slab-leak water damage cleanup and finish the dry-out using structural drying with air movers & dehumidifiers. If you’re filing a claim, insurance photos, moisture logs & billing keeps everything adjuster-ready.

Directions & Coverage

From our Santa Ana hub we reach Kite Hill via I-5 → Crown Valley or 73 → Greenfield → Alicia Pkwy in 25–45 minutes, traffic permitting. Primary coverage: 92677 across the Kite Hill tracts above Alicia Pkwy.

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Slab Leak & Repipe Pros in Kite Hill

(949) 209-5206 • Same-day leak locating • Licensed & insured

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