Opening your water bill in Las Vegas is rarely a fun experience. But there is a difference between the normal cost of desert living and a bill that makes your jaw drop. If your usage has spiked for no apparent reason, you aren’t just paying for water you used—you are likely paying for water that is destroying your home.
In the dry Nevada climate, leaks can be tricky to spot. Surface water evaporates quickly, and dry soil absorbs moisture like a sponge, hiding the evidence. At Clean Hits Pipe Cleaning, we specialize in finding these “invisible” leaks before they drain your bank account.
Here are the most common culprits behind unexpected high water bills in Las Vegas.
1. The Silent Toilet Leak
This is the number one cause of high water bills, and it is often completely silent. A worn-out rubber flapper in your toilet tank can allow a steady stream of water to flow into the bowl 24/7. It might not look like much, but a running toilet can waste up to 200 gallons a day.
The DIY Test: Put a few drops of food coloring in your toilet tank. Wait 20 minutes without flushing. If the color appears in the bowl, you have a leak.
2. The “Invisible” Irrigation Leak
In Las Vegas, our irrigation systems work hard. However, the harsh sun and heat can crack PVC pipes and plastic drip lines. Unlike a leak inside your house, an outdoor leak often goes unnoticed because the dry desert ground soaks up the water instantly.
If you have a lush green patch in your yard while the rest is dry, or if your pavers are constantly damp, your irrigation system might be the thief.
3. The Slab Leak (The Big Threat)
Most homes in the Las Vegas Valley are built on concrete slab foundations. Copper water lines often run directly underneath this concrete. Over time, chemical reactions between the copper and the soil (or friction from the pipes expanding and contracting) can cause a pinhole leak.
Because the leak is under the concrete, you won’t see a puddle. Instead, you might notice:
- The sound of running water when all taps are off.
- A “hot spot” on your floor (if it’s a hot water line).
- Cracks in your baseboards or flooring.
Stop Paying for Wasted Water
If you have checked your toilets and can’t find the source of the problem, do not wait for the next bill to arrive. You need professional eyes (and ears) on the situation.
At Clean Hits Pipe Cleaning, we use advanced acoustic leak detection technology to pinpoint the exact location of a leak—whether it is behind a wall, under a slab, or out in the yard—without unnecessary digging.
Schedule a Leak Detection service today or call us at +1 702-808-3459. We find the leak so you can stop the drain on your wallet.