When the Pool Drain Fails

💧 A broken inground pool drain can turn your backyard paradise into a disaster zone—fast. Most homeowners don’t realize how destructive an underground leak can be until the water has already washed away soil, weakened structures, and left a muddy crater where their yard used to be.

🚨 When an inground pool drain fails, the damage spreads silently beneath the surface. Water begins tunnelling under patios, walkways, decks, and even the pool shell itself. In extreme cases, it can cause soil erosion, sinkholes, and major structural instability… all before you ever see water on the surface.

🛑 Watch for the warning signs:

• Soft, spongy or sinking spots in your lawn

• Sudden increases in water bills

• Dirt or debris being pulled into the pool

• Air bubbles coming from the drains

• Constantly dropping pool water levels

• Wet soil or unexpected puddles even on dry days

🔧 If you notice ANY of these signs, don’t wait. Underground plumbing issues never stay small—they grow, spread, and become far more expensive to repair the longer they’re left unchecked. One cracked drain line can destroy thousands of dollars in landscaping and cause severe structural damage to your pool.

🏥 Plumbing Medic specializes in inground pool drains, pumps, and underground plumbing failures. We diagnose the problem fast, stop the leak, and protect your property before the damage spreads.

🌊 Your yard, your pool, and your home deserve to stay safe. Call us at the first sign of trouble—we’ve got your back, Orillia and Beaverton.