Every under-slab job we run in Newnan includes diagnosis, drilling, replacement, and testing. Here's what's covered in the standard price, and what we quote separately if your job needs it.
We use leak detection equipment and a video camera inspection to confirm the leak is under the slab and mark the exact failure point. This is included in every job. You see the footage and the locator reading before we drill.
We core two to four access ports through the slab with a wet-cut drill, control the dust, and vacuum slurry as we go. Concrete patching at the end is included. We match the patch mix to your existing slab as closely as possible.
We pull the failed copper or PVC pipe and install new PEX pipe with press tool or SharkBite fittings. Materials are included in the quoted price. If we find a second failed section while we're in there, we quote it before we touch it.
Every new line gets pressure-tested at 100 PSI for at least 30 minutes before we backfill. You get the test result in writing. If it doesn't hold, we find the problem and fix it before closing the slab.
We haul off debris, wipe down surfaces, and leave the site ready to use. You get a written warranty on parts and labor, plus a walkthrough of what we did and where the access ports are in case you ever need to reference them.
Under-Slab Pipe Repair Newnan GA is the process of locating, accessing, and replacing or re-lining a failed water or drain line that runs beneath your concrete foundation. We start with a pipe locator and video camera inspection to map the line and find the exact failure point. From there, we drill small access ports through the slab, pull the old copper or PVC pipe, and run new PEX pipe through the same channel. Most jobs finish in one to three days, and you keep your floors intact.
Newnan sits on a mix of clay soils and older housing stock, and that combination is hard on under-slab plumbing. Copper lines from the 1970s and 1980s are now hitting the end of their service life, and the ground movement we see across Coweta County stresses pipe fittings until they crack. If you're searching for under slab pipe drilling near me Newnan, you're probably already seeing the signs: a warm spot on the floor, the sound of running water at 2 a.m., or a water bill that jumped $80 in one month.
You'll know what's happening at every stage. Here's the five-step process we run on every under slab plumbing repair Newnan Georgia job, from the first call to the final test.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Video Camera Inspection
We run a camera through your lines to see the inside of the pipe and confirm the leak location. This is how we avoid drilling in the wrong spot and how we show you the problem before we quote the fix.
Pipe Locator
A pipe locator maps the path of the under-slab line so we know exactly where to drill. It reads through concrete and soil, which means fewer access ports and less disruption to your floor.
Leak Detection Equipment
We use acoustic and pressure-based leak detection to confirm the leak is under the slab and not in a wall or fixture. This step saves you from paying for slab work when the real problem is elsewhere.
Wet-Cut Core Drill
A wet-cut drill cores through concrete with water to control dust. It cuts clean 12-inch access ports without cracking the surrounding slab, and we vacuum the slurry as we go.
Press Tool and SharkBite Fittings
For tight access points, we use a press tool or SharkBite fittings to make secure connections without a soldering torch. These fittings meet code and hold up under slab conditions.
PEX Crimping Tool
We crimp PEX pipe connections with a calibrated crimping tool and verify each ring before pressure testing. PEX is the standard for under-slab replacement because it flexes with soil movement instead of cracking.
Trenchless Access Drilling
Instead of tearing out the floor, we drill small access ports at the failure point and any needed turns. This method keeps your flooring intact and cuts the job from a week of demolition to one to three days of focused work.
Pressure Testing at 100 PSI
Every new line is pressure-tested at 100 PSI for at least 30 minutes before we close the slab. If it doesn't hold, we find the leak and fix it. You get the test result in writing with your warranty.
Georgia Plumbing Code Compliance
All work meets current Georgia plumbing code for materials, fittings, and testing. We pull permits where required and coordinate inspections so your repair is documented and insurable.
PEX Replacement Over Copper
We replace failed copper with PEX pipe in most under-slab jobs. PEX handles soil movement better than copper, doesn't corrode, and costs less to install. For homes where copper is required, we solder with a torch to code.
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What we do: We run a full diagnostic with video camera inspection and pressure testing before you close. If there's a leak, we quote the repair so you can negotiate it into the sale. If the line is sound, you get a written report confirming it.
→ You know exactly what you're buying. No surprises after closing, and no $8,000 repair you didn't budget for.
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What we do: We locate the hot water line leak, drill two access ports, and replace the failed copper section with PEX pipe. The job runs one to two days, and we pressure-test before closing the slab.
→ The hot spot disappears, the water heater stops running nonstop, and your next gas bill drops back to normal.
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What we do: We diagnose first and quote the most cost-effective fix. Sometimes that's a spot repair; sometimes it's a re-route through the attic that costs less than a second under-slab job. We show you both options with prices.
→ You get a code-correct repair at the lowest cost that actually solves the problem, with a warranty in writing.
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What we do: We check the meter and the line on your side of it. If the break is on your side, we repair or replace the underground line. If it's on the city's side, we tell you who to call and document what we found.
→ The right party fixes the right line. You're not paying for a repair that isn't yours, and the water stops.
Newnan's clay soil expands and contracts with our wet winters and dry summers, and that movement is the number one cause of under-slab pipe failures we see in Coweta County. Homes built in the 1970s and 1980s with copper pipe are hitting the end of their service life right now, and we're running under slab plumbing repair Newnan Georgia calls on those houses every week. Winter freezes can crack a line overnight, and summer drought pulls the soil away from the pipe until a fitting gives. If you're searching for under slab pipe repair and drilling in Newnan GA, the fix is the same either way: locate the failure, drill small access ports, replace the line with PEX, and pressure-test before closing. We work in ZIP codes 30263, 30265, 30264, and 30271, and we know which neighborhoods have the older copper and which have already been re-piped.
Downtown Newnan
Many homes here were built before 1980 with copper under-slab lines. We see more corrosion-related failures in this area than anywhere else in Coweta County.
SummerGrove
Newer construction, but we still get slab leak calls from soil movement and high water pressure. PEX is common here, and most repairs are spot fixes rather than full replacements.
Historic District
Older homes with original plumbing and limited access. We use smaller access ports and EPA Lead-Safe practices when working in pre-1978 structures.
Ashley Park
Mix of 1990s and 2000s construction. We see copper failures at fittings and occasional main water line breaks at the meter.
Clay soil that expands and contracts with rainfall
Soil movement stresses pipe joints until they crack. This is the leading cause of under-slab failures in Newnan, and it's why PEX replacement outlasts copper here.
Winter freezes that drop into the teens
Frozen pipes can crack an under-slab line overnight. We run 24/7 emergency calls during freeze events and tell you how to shut off water before we arrive.
Summer drought that pulls soil away from pipes
When the ground dries and shrinks, pipes lose support and fittings take the stress. We see a spike in slab leak calls in late summer and early fall.
Aging copper lines in pre-1990 homes
Copper from the 1970s and 1980s is at or past its service life. We recommend PEX replacement for these homes because it handles movement without corroding.
Most under-slab issues start small and get expensive fast. Here are the problems we see most often in Newnan and how we fix them.
Problem
A hot spot usually means a hot water line is leaking under the slab. Left alone, it wastes 10,000 gallons a month and can undermine the slab.
Our Fix
We locate the leak with video camera inspection, drill access ports, and replace the failed section with new PEX pipe. Most hot-water slab leaks in Newnan finish in one to two days, and the floor returns to normal temperature once the line is replaced.
Problem
A pinhole leak under the slab can waste thousands of gallons before you see water. The bill is often the first sign, and by then the leak has been running for weeks.
Our Fix
We pressure-test your system to confirm the leak is under the slab, then locate and repair it. If the line is too degraded to patch, we run a full under slab pipe replacement Newnan GA and pressure-test the new line before closing the slab.
Problem
That sound means water is moving through a broken line. It can be a slab leak, a main water line break, or a running toilet. Guessing wrong wastes money on the wrong repair.
Our Fix
We diagnose with a pipe locator and video camera inspection to find the source. If it's under the slab, we drill and replace. If it's a main line break or a fixture, we fix that instead and save you the cost of unnecessary slab work.
Problem
Low pressure across the house often points to a corroded or partially blocked under-slab line. It gets worse over time and can lead to a full line failure.
Our Fix
We evaluate the line with video camera inspection and pressure testing. If corrosion is the cause, we replace the affected section with PEX pipe. Many Newnan homes see pressure return to normal the same day we finish the repair.
Tearing out a slab means days of demolition, concrete dust, and a floor you have to rebuild. Trenchless under slab repair skips all of that. Here's what you actually get.
No Floor Demolition
We drill access ports the size of a dinner plate instead of jackhammering your whole floor. That means no concrete dust in your kitchen, no furniture moved to the garage, and no flooring contractor on your schedule. Most customers stay in the house the entire time we work.
One to Three Day Turnaround
A standard under slab pipe replacement Newnan GA job runs one to three days from locate to final pressure test. Straight-line replacements with easy access can finish in a single day. We give you a realistic window before we start, not a vague 'sometime this week.'
Lower Water Bills Fast
A pinhole leak under a slab can waste 10,000 gallons a month. Once we replace the line and pressure-test it, that waste stops the same day. Customers in SummerGrove and Downtown Newnan routinely see their next bill drop by $60 to $120 compared to the leak months.
Code-Correct Materials
We run PEX pipe or copper pipe that meets current Georgia plumbing code, with SharkBite fittings and press tool connections where the access is tight. Every joint gets pressure-tested before we close the access ports. You get a warrantied repair, not a patch that fails in two years.
We quote every job before we drill, and that price doesn't change unless you approve new work. Typical 2026 pricing in this area runs $2,800 to $8,500 depending on access points, line length, and whether we're doing a spot repair or a full replacement. We don't charge for the estimate or the diagnosis. If the fix is a re-route or a main line repair instead of under-slab work, we tell you and quote that instead. You'll never get a surprise invoice from us.
Typical Investment Range
$2,800 - $8,500 depending on scope
A slab leak wastes thousands of gallons and can undermine your foundation. Fixing it right the first time with a warrantied PEX replacement costs less than a foundation repair. We quote before we drill, so you know the number going in.
What changes the price
Number of Access Points
Each access port adds drilling and patching time. A single-port repair costs less than a four-port job. We minimize ports by using a pipe locator to map the line before we drill.
Length of Failed Section
A short spot repair on 10 feet of pipe costs less than replacing 40 feet. If the line is failing in multiple spots, full replacement is usually cheaper than repeated patches.
Pipe Material and Size
PEX is the most cost-effective replacement. Copper costs more in materials and labor. Larger diameter lines for main water service cost more than a standard 3/4-inch line.
Access Difficulty
Finished floors, tight crawlspaces, and slab-on-grade with no basement add time. We quote based on what we see during diagnosis, not a phone guess.
Emergency vs. Scheduled
After-hours and weekend emergency calls carry a higher rate. If you can wait for a scheduled slot, you'll pay the standard rate. We tell you both prices when you call.
Google ★★★★★4.9
Found our slab leak in under an hour and had it fixed the next day. Two small holes in the floor, patched clean. Water bill dropped $110. These guys know under-slab work.
Yelp ★★★★★4.8
We had three plumbers tell us we needed to jackhammer the whole floor. Slab Leak pros drilled two ports and fixed it in a day. Saved us thousands and the floors are fine.
BBB ★★★★★4.9
Professional, on time, and the price didn't change from the quote. They pressure-tested the new line while I watched and gave me the result in writing. Warranty is real.
Our technicians hold Georgia Plumber License credentials and work under a Master Plumber License on every job. We've run under slab pipe drilling in Newnan long enough to know how Coweta County's clay soil moves, how 1980s copper fails, and why a leak that looks like a slab issue sometimes turns out to be a main water line break at the meter. We carry Backflow Prevention Certification and EPA Lead-Safe Certification for older homes. Every job gets a video camera inspection before and after, so you see the proof, not just our word.
Real experiences from customers who chose our Under-Slab Pipe Repair & Drilling services.
“We had a hot spot on the kitchen floor and a water bill that doubled. Slab Leak pros came out same day, found the leak with their camera, and had the new line in by the next afternoon. Two access ports, patched clean, and the bill dropped $110 the next month. They knew exactly what they were doing.”
Marcus T.
Homeowner, Downtown Newnan
“I was terrified they'd have to jackhammer my whole floor. They drilled three small holes, ran new PEX, and pressure-tested it while I watched. Took two days. The patched spots are barely visible and the floors are fine. Worth every penny to not tear up the house.”
Dana R.
Homeowner, SummerGrove
“We manage several rentals in Newnan and have used Slab Leak pros on three under-slab jobs. They show up when they say, quote before they drill, and the warranty is real. One line failed 14 months later and they came back and fixed it no charge. That's why we keep calling.”
Kevin M.
Property Manager, Coweta County
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
Before we drill, we confirm the leak is under the slab and not in a wall or fixture. Our leak detection equipment and video camera inspection pinpoint the failure within inches, so we drill in the right place the first time. This service pairs with every under-slab repair we run in Newnan.
View Slab Leak Detection & LocationSometimes the smartest fix is to abandon the failed under-slab line and re-route new PEX pipe through the attic or walls. We handle both options and tell you which one costs less for your layout. Many Newnan homes built before 1990 get a re-route instead of a second under-slab repair.
View Piping Re-routing and ReplacementA main water line break at the meter can mimic a slab leak. We repair and replace underground lines from the meter to the house, and we coordinate with the city if the break is on their side. If your yard is soggy and your bill is high, this is the first thing we check.
View Underground & Main Water Line RepairNot sure what's wrong? Our diagnostic service covers video camera inspection, pressure testing, and a full evaluation of your water and drain lines. You get a written report with findings and options. It's the right first step if you're buying a home in Newnan or planning a major repair.
View Plumbing Diagnostic & Evaluation ServicesCall us at 555 1234567 or send an email to info@slableakpros.com. We answer the phone during business hours and return after-hours messages first thing the next morning. If you have an active leak, call instead of emailing. We will walk you through shutting off the water and get someone out to you.
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555 1234567Address
55 Baker Rd, Newnan, GA 30255, United States
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Sat: 8AM – 4PM
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