Default business cover photo

Wainscott Leak Detection Inc

About us

Specializing in pool and spa leak detection. Our 31 years of service in the central Indiana and Illinois area have yielded innovative leak detection and repairs of leaks.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
45 years of experience

Services we offer

Professional diver, light salvage and underwater inspections, repairs and leak detection. Pressure testing of plumbing pipes and accurate locate of leaks in pipes. No dig repair technology of in ground plumbing. WLD utilizes specially formulated chemical grouts and epoxies in repairs, which would normally require fixture replacement. This saves the customer hundreds to well over thousands of dollars in repairs.

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.19 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
56%
4
11%
3
22%
2
11%
1
0%
Showing 1-9 of 9 reviews
Mark K.
Mar 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Arrived on time. Inspected entire pool area using scuba gear. Quickly located the leak source and made required repairs. Highly recommend!

BETSY B.
Jul 2014
2.0
$325
John Wainscott seemed to know what he was doing and was confident that the leak repair would last and quot;several yearsand quot; before the light box needed to be pulled and replaced. After several weeks, I was again losing up to an inch of water a day and tried calling him back to take a look but he never returned my call after leaving multiple messages on both his business and personal mobile numbers. He only warranties his minor repair work for 30 days and I am starting to understand why- he just won't call you back within 30 days.
Apparently poor work and completely unresponsive in following up with customers- save your money and call someone else.

Connie P.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

They were attentive, on time and professional! they found my problem and since it was just a small part the installed for the cost of the part. Wonderful service!

I would use them above any other leak detection company!



Steve T.
Jan 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
In freezing weather and extremely cold water, the owner came, put on his wetsuit, and jumped in the pool. He immediately found the leak, patched it, and repaired it.

He even offered to help recover the pool for me.

He got here on time, showed up when he said he was going to, and I had an overall great experience with him.

Christine P.
Dec 2013
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
he did find the leak. However, we have a home warranty that covers the pool and he refused to give them a call so we could get reimbursed. He just didn't seem very interested in what he was doing.

Kathleen K.
Jun 2013
3.0
$350
Identified leak and plugged it. Am waiting on repair.

Julie S.
Jul 2012
3.0
$350
We've had a major leak problem in our pool, and had problems getting Wainscott to respond. The first time they put us on the schedule, the diver never showed. I called around 5 pm, and they had him call me directly. He called around 7:30, apologized for his day getting away from him and said he could come over the next afternoon because he was only booked in the morning.
At 4 pm, I called because Paul hadn't showed again. Turns out he was in the dive shop and still had another customer in front of us. He arrived at 6:30 and rushed through the repairs. A week later, we still had the problem, and called Wainscott to try again.
This time, Paul forgot his mask and asked to borrow one from us. When we didn't have one, he ran to the drugstore and bought a kiddie one. He spent 2.5 hours on this round fixing cracks, assured me he'd return if that didn't stop the problem, and I was decently satisfied this was over.
But by July 4th, we were losing massive amounts of water again, and on July 7, I called to say we were losing 4.25 inches of water a day, which in a pool our size is emergency levels. I understood they probably weren't available over the weekend, but I wanted to be on their list first thing Monday morning. I didn't hear from them until almost 2 pm on Tuesday. Again, I was told Paul was coming Wednesday in the morning. I'm writing this at 11 am on Thursday morning and no Paul and no return phone call, despite my leaving two messages that we were unhappy with this lack of response.
I've now called other companies on Angie's List to get my business.

Mark K.
Jan 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Always a good experience. Working with John, you know your going to find out exactly where the leak is.

NANCI F.
Sep 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He stuck with the leaks in 95-degree weather. It was ungodly hot and I know some guys would have backed out. I was very proud that he stuck with the project and came back a second day to finish it. It is an older pool, about 35 years old. Everything that was tore up he put back immaculately. He had to even dig up concrete and you can't even tell by the way he cleaned it up because I had blue stones to put back on top of it. It was very neat and tidy. I was very happy.

Licensing

State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our Find Licensing Requirements page.

*Contact business to see additional licenses.

FAQ

Wainscott Leak Detection Inc is currently rated 4.1 overall out of 5.

Wainscott Leak Detection Inc accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Wainscott Leak Detection Inc does not offer free project estimates.

No, Wainscott Leak Detection Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Wainscott Leak Detection Inc does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Wainscott Leak Detection Inc offers emergency services.

No, Wainscott Leak Detection Inc does not offer warranties.