Leaking, Corroded, or Burst Pipes in Clermont, FL? Masters Plumbing Service Fixes It
In Clermont's mixed housing stock, a single repair call might involve copper sweated joints, threaded galvanized fittings, push-connect PEX transitions, or CPVC drain arms — sometimes all in the same house. Our techs carry the materials and know the techniques for every pipe type commonly found in FL homes.
4 Things That Define Our Pipe Repair Service in Clermont, FL
The biggest cost variable in pipe repair isn't parts — it's how much structure gets opened to find and access the failure. Precise pre-repair location tools reduce that cost significantly.
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Acoustic Leak Detection
Pressurized water escaping a pipe creates a characteristic acoustic signature. Our listening devices amplify ground and structure-borne sound to pinpoint a leak location within inches — through concrete slabs, behind drywall, or under flooring. This means we open only the section of wall, floor, or slab directly over the failure.
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Thermal Camera Scanning
We use thermal imaging as a complement to acoustic detection — particularly useful for slab leaks and leaks inside insulated wall cavities where sound transmission is reduced.
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All Pipe Materials & Joining Methods
Our techs are proficient in copper sweating (soldering), press-fit connections (ProPress system), CPVC solvent welding, PEX crimp and expansion fitting installation, threaded galvanized repair, and ABS/PVC drain line work. We match the repair method and material to the existing pipe system rather than forcing incompatible transitions.
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Pressure-Tested Before We Leave
Drain line repairs are water-tested by running fixtures through the repaired section and visually confirming no seepage at the repair joint and downstream.
Our Pipe Repair Services
What We Fix — Pipe by Pipe, Material by Material
From a pinhole copper leak behind a kitchen cabinet to a full galvanized repiping, our pipe crew in Clermont, FL handles the full range.
Copper
Copper Pipe Repair & Repipe
Copper failures most often involve pinhole corrosion in soft copper tubing from aggressive water chemistry, failed soldered joints, or fatigue cracks at fittings in high-vibration locations. We locate the failure precisely, cut out the failed section, and install either a sweated repair coupling or a press-fit connector — both rated to ASTM B88 standards for potable water service.
Galvanized
Galvanized Pipe Replacement
Galvanized steel pipe was standard in homes built before the 1960s. It corrodes from the inside out — zinc coating depletes, iron oxide (rust) accumulates on the inner wall, progressively narrowing flow and leaching into the water supply. Repairs on severely corroded galvanized are generally temporary; the pipe is failing systemically along its full run.
PEX
PEX Pipe Repair & Extension
Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) is the current standard for residential supply piping. Failures are uncommon but occur at crimp or clamp fittings that were improperly installed, at pipe runs exposed to UV degradation, or at locations where the pipe was kinked during installation. We repair using expansion fittings (for PEX-A) or crimp fittings with the correct ring size for the pipe diameter.
Burst Pipes
Burst & Freeze-Damaged Pipe Repair
We also inspect upstream of the burst for additional sections that froze but haven't yet failed — because a partially-thawed line sometimes shows multiple failure points only after pressure is restored.
Slab Leaks
Under-Slab Pipe Leak Repair
Supply line leaks under a concrete slab are identified by acoustic detection and confirmed by thermal imaging. Once located, we evaluate three repair options: direct-access repair (jackhammering to the pipe, repairing the section, and patching the slab); rerouting the line through the wall framing above slab to bypass the failed underground run; or epoxy pipe lining for older copper systems with systemic pinhole corrosion.
Full Repipe
Whole-House Repipe Service
A full repipe in Clermont typically completes in 2–3 days for a standard single-family home. You're without water for a portion of each day; we plan the schedule to minimize disruption to occupied rooms.
We don't open walls at random. Acoustic and thermal detection tools tell us exactly where to cut before we pick up a saw.
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Call & Describe — We Shut the Water If Needed
For emergency burst pipe calls, we dispatch immediately. For suspected slow leaks, we schedule at the earliest available slot and confirm before arrival.
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Pressure Test & Acoustic / Thermal Detection
We pressurize the supply system and monitor for pressure drop to confirm an active leak. Then acoustic listening devices and the thermal camera locate the failure to within a small area — telling us which section of wall, floor, or slab to open.
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Flat-Rate Quote & Minimal Access Opening
For slab leaks, we present repair, reroute, and lining options with pricing so you can make an informed choice before any concrete is cut.
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Repair & Pressure Test — Then You're Done
Repair executes immediately on approval. After the repair, we repressurize and hold a pressure test to confirm the failure is fully resolved — not partially. The access opening is left clean for your drywall patch or left ready for your contractor.
Customer Reviews
What Clermont Customers Say About Our Pipe Work
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Water stain appeared on my kitchen ceiling from the bathroom above. I expected them to tear up the entire bathroom floor. Instead the tech ran a pressure test, found a 12% pressure drop over 10 minutes, then used the acoustic device and identified the leak at a failed sweat joint in the copper supply to the toilet — accessible through a 14-inch drywall cut in the ceiling below. Repair was maybe $280 including the detection. I'd been dreading a $2,000 floor demo.
— N. Bergman, Clermont
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Had an under-slab leak diagnosed by Masters Plumbing Service with acoustic equipment. They found the leak at 6 feet from the wall — a single copper elbow that had developed a pinhole. Presented three options: direct slab access, reroute through the wall framing above, or copper lining. I chose the reroute — they ran a new PEX line through the crawl space and connected at both ends without touching the slab. Pressure tested, verified no remaining drop. No jackhammering at all.
— O. & R. Adeyemi, Clermont, FL
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Pipe burst in a rental property at 2 AM — Masters Plumbing Service's emergency line answered immediately, talked my tenant through the main shutoff, and had a tech there in 45 minutes. Freeze crack in a PEX line in an exterior wall. Repair and insulation wrap done in under two hours. Detailed receipt for insurance documentation. Exactly what I needed as a landlord dealing with a crisis remotely.
— F. Okoro, Clermont, FL
Common Questions
Pipe Repair FAQ for Clermont, FL Homeowners
Watch your water meter with all fixtures off. If the meter dial is moving or the leak indicator light is turning, water is escaping somewhere in your supply system. Other signs: unexplained increases in your monthly water bill, soft or discolored spots on walls or ceilings, mold or mildew smell in a room without a visible source, or a running sound inside walls when all fixtures are off.
In some cases — particularly for older copper systems with multiple pinhole failures along a supply run — rerouting the line through accessible framing rather than repairing it in place is more practical and more permanent. We present both options when they're both viable.
Repair options include direct slab access (jackhammer to the pipe, repair, patch), rerouting the supply line above slab through framing, and for copper systems with multiple pinhole failures, epoxy pipe lining from inside the pipe without excavation. We use acoustic and thermal detection to locate the leak before recommending a repair approach.
We assess galvanized condition when we're on-site — visible exterior corrosion, interior scale visible at the cut failure point, and water pressure readings all tell us how advanced the system deterioration is. We give you the repair-vs-repipe math honestly so you can make the decision that fits your timeline and budget.
A single localized pipe repair — finding and fixing one failure point — typically takes 1.5–3 hours including detection, access, repair, and pressure testing. Slab leak reroutes run 3–5 hours depending on the routing path and pipe length. A full-house repipe is a multi-day project — typically 2–4 days for a standard single-family home depending on size and pipe count.
Our pipe repair quote includes clean access cuts and leaving the opening ready for patching — with a clean, straight cut that accepts a standard drywall patch. We can typically patch the access opening as part of the job on request, though finish painting and texture matching are typically handled by the homeowner or a drywall contractor for best cosmetic results.
Service Area
Your Local Pipe Repair Specialists in Clermont, FL
Masters Plumbing Service dispatches pipe repair technicians throughout Clermont and the broader Clermont, FL service area. Same-day service is available on most calls. Emergency burst pipe response is available 24 hours a day.
