In Peachtree City, water comes from Fayette County Water System and sewer from the separate Peachtree City Water and Sewerage Authority, so a water leak and a sewer problem go to different places. On your side of the meter, a plumber can confirm and pinpoint the leak. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Peachtree City.
Peachtree City is a planned community of villages, golf cart paths and lakes, and most of its homes went up from the 1970s through the 2000s. The median build year is 1993, and about 14% predate 1980. Leaks in houses of this age usually start at water heater connectors, supply hoses, shower valves and fittings, and on irrigated lots, at sprinkler laterals.
What to do now
- Turn off every faucet, appliance and irrigation zone.
- Read the Fayette County meter, wait an hour without using water and read it again.
- If it moved, close the house shutoff and check again. If the meter is still moving, the leak is likely in the line from the meter.
- Check each toilet with food coloring in the tank and look around the water heater and under sinks.
- For a water problem at the meter or street, call Fayette County Water System at 770-461-1146, which also takes after-hours emergencies.
- For a sewer spill or overflow, call WASA at (770) 487-7993 during business hours or (678) 300-0196 after hours.
Signs and likely causes
| Sign | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Meter moves with the house shut off | Service line between meter and house |
| Bill jumps only in summer | Irrigation lateral or stuck zone valve |
| Warm spot on a slab floor | Hot water line under the concrete |
| Water heater pan holding water | Connector, relief valve or aging tank |
| Color in the bowl after a dye test | Worn toilet flapper |
Cost factors
- How quickly the leak can be isolated
- Slab, crawl space or basement access
- Detection equipment such as acoustic sensors
- The repair, and a trade permit from the Peachtree City Building Department, applied for through its online portal or at the desk on Willowbend Road
Fayette County Water System reports zero lead or lead-exposing material in its distribution system. If your property has a backflow assembly, the county requires the customer to have it tested every year by a certified tester. When you call, you'll be connected with an independent plumber who works in Peachtree City and can explain what the search will involve. If the leak is under a slab, ask about both a direct repair through the floor and rerouting the line, and mention whether the home has irrigation, since sprinkler laterals on lakeside and village lots are a common hidden source.
Leak Detection questions in Peachtree City
What if my water and sewer come from different providers?
Could my irrigation system be where the water is going?
How can I find out what my water service line is made of?
Can a running toilet really raise my water bill?
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