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Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc

Plumbing, Drain Pipe Installation, Electrical,

About us

For over 30 years, CPL Detection has been providing high quality Leak Detection and Underground Utility Detection for business, government and residential clients throughout Southern California. In fact, we were the first utility locating and leak detection service in all of San Diego County. Additional email: info@cpldetection.com

Business highlights

48 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Underground Locating - Water Lines, Slab Leaks, Cable Faults, Gas Leaks, Gas Leak Surveys, Sewer Lines, Septic Tanks, Utility Surveys, Water Main Leaks, TV & Electrical Cables, Communication Cables, Irrigation Leaks, Post Tension & Re-Bar, PVC & Non-Metallic Pipe Locate & Video Inspection.

Services we don't offer

Repairs.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8123 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
5%
3
0%
2
2%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.5
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 123 reviews

Elizabeth N.
11/2022
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They were excellent, this is my 2nd experience with them they detect where the leak is and they were very good they will use high technologies to detect the leak underground so you don't need to dig or something.
Description of Work: They detect where the leak
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Danielle M.
01/2022
5.0
The services provided were top-notch. The technicians were very professional. They listened to my concerns and conducted a thorough investigation. They kept me informed along the way and found the origin of the leak. I would not hesitate to call them again if necessary.
Description of Work: We needed to determine if we had a water leak and if so, where it was located.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$270

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Hello, I am so happy that we were able to help you out. Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Wesley W.
12/2021
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Jacob came to our home and performed beyond expectation. He located the approximate location of the leak, explained and marked the manifold locations within the walls, and made a few suggestions based on his professional experience.
Description of Work: I needed a slab leak located within my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$270

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. I am glad that my technician was able to help you out. I hope you have a great day.

John R.
10/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Steven Ancira was prompt, knowledgeable, professional, completed the work quickly, and treated me as a valued customer.
Description of Work: Locate slab leak on Saturday

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you for the positive feedback. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have a great day.

LYDIA T.
10/2021
2.0
electrician, plumbing, gas leak repair
  + 1 more
We expected at least closely approximate or specific measurements to be included on at least one of the maps. For this VERY large investment, we consider using the maps for future projects in addition to the current project. This is a VERY expensive service for an individual, so it is expected that measurements be included. A simple Google map printout with lines overlaid is only partially helpful for future projects. The painted lines and flags will eventually fade or fall down. The maps of our private property should also include a grid and measurements, so that we may refer to it for future projects. For this expensive map and drawing, CPL might consider having a second person do measurements while the first person uses the machines for detection and mapping. We would appreciate that you consider that most people don't have the deep pockets of SDG&E. Your service is a home investment that cannot be afforded to be redone for each property project.
Description of Work: Mapping location of the power, cable, and water pipes on 2 acre property

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$1,875

Duane B.
07/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
CPL was very efficient and found my leak quickly and marked the location of my pipes from the main.
Description of Work: leak detection
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive review. I am glad that we were able to help you out. I hope you have a wonderful day.

Lanny K.
06/2021
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
The City of El Cajon required a video inspection and repair report of a plumbing return and CPL was very easy to work with. They came out quickly and did a quality job for a fair amount of money.
Description of Work: City of El Cajon - PRIVATE SEWER LATERAL INSPECTION AND REPAIR REPORT

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have a great day.

mel D.
06/2021
5.0
electrician, plumbing
  + 0 more
Ozzie the service technician was great and did the job well
Description of Work: Leak detect

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
I am glad that Ozzie was able to help you out. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. I hope you have a great day.

Karl E.
05/2021
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
They found the exact spot of the leak which was not where the water was surfacing and saved me hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, by not having to keep guessing. THANK YOU!!!
Description of Work: Located a sprinkler line leak under my pavers

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive review. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have a great day.

Colin H.
02/2021
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Outstanding company. Top notch professionals who really know what they're doing. Located leak, traced out pipe and identified opposite locations within the plumbing system to allow a plumber to perform re-routing.
Description of Work: Finding slab leak

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for letting us know how we did, we really appreciate it. I am glad that we were able to help you out, Have a great day.

Milan M.
01/2021
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Leak was found in an extremely professional, competent, and thorough manner. Slightly pricey but not bad--- maybe everyone in this field charges--- and I didn't mind because of the excellence of the work performed. The gentleman's diagnostic abilities and focus on the task at hand were outstanding. The attached photograph shows how the plumbers repaired the leaking pipe under the slab. When they opened up the slab with a jackhammer they confirmed what the leak detection technician had found using his sensing equipment and methodology. I seriously doubt you could find anyone better.
Description of Work: Leak Detection Under House Concrete Slab

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Customer satisfaction is our top goal. Have a wonderful day.

Joe R.
12/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
My plumber recommended CPL for a possible slab leak. Mike was very diligent. He checked inside the house for a slab leak but none found. The meter was "ticking" so he checked outside and found the leak in a sprinkler riser. Thanks to his attention to detail I was able to repair the leak and hopefully our water bill will be less. Highly recommend CPL. Very reasonable price.
Description of Work: Leak Detection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
I am so glad that Mike was able to help you out and find your problem. Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did. I hope that you have a great day.

Patricia W.
11/2020
4.0
drain pipe
  + -1 more
The first go-around was not productive. The rep lost professional creditability when he couldn't find a leak that would justify 3 times the water usage. I called back in a few days, and the assistant on the phones was really understanding, helpful, knowledgeable, and a really committed problem solver. The head guy came out and redid all the testing - which was much more encompassing and thorough. He identified a leak on the mainline going to the water meter and recommended I fix it. He was a wealth of knowledge and very thorough. I so appreciated their willingness to rethink the situation and applaud their professionalism and commitment to really solving the problem.
Description of Work: Leak detection. Find any leak which may have been contributing to 6 months of exceptionally high water bills.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us some positive feedback. Here at CPL, Customer service is our number one priority. I am glad that we were able to help you out and solve your problem.

Robert M.
10/2020
5.0
electrician, plumbing
  + 0 more
Aaron nailed the location including the depth. Because the time required was far less than the one hour minimum, he volunteered to trace out some other lines that were less essential for me.
Description of Work: I needed them to trace a power cable from a solar array on the ground to the house in preparation for grading for an addition.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did. I am glad that Aaron was able to help you out. Have a great day,

Jose Diego R.
10/2020
5.0
Prompt, professional, personable, excellent, and efficient.
Description of Work: leak detection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have a great day.

Bryan L.
10/2020
5.0
drain pipe
  + -1 more
We found it right where they said it would be.
Description of Work: Locate underground piping to tie in a new drain.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Awesome !! I am so glad we were able to help you out. Thanks for the positive feedback. Have a great day.

Judith P.
10/2020
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
The gentleman was fantastic. My neighbor came over to cut a lock and the two men worked for just short of two hours when they located the culprit. I am so grateful for your employee.
Description of Work: Find a leak on my slope.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
I am so glad that my technician was able to help you out. And, thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. I hope that you have a wonderful day.

John V.
10/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Thorough with very clear communication .... professional
Description of Work: Evaluate for slab leak

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have [Member Information Removed] great day.

Rudy M.
09/2020
5.0
drain cleaning
  + -1 more
Great service. The tech was very thorough and efficiently located a very small water leak behind a drywall within an hour. Would recommend CPL.
Description of Work: Needed to locate water leak.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did. I am glad we were able to help find your problem. Have a great day.

Jessica B.
07/2020
5.0
drain pipe
  + -1 more
Able to work into schedule earlier than designated appointment. Clearly explained process. Efficient service. Marked ~65 ft of gas line in ~15-20 minutes.
Description of Work: Marked gas line on private property.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I am glad we were able to help you locate your gas lines in a timely manor. I hope you have a great day.

John T.
07/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
We needed to locate our sewer lines located under a concrete slab foundation for a bathroom remodel we are planning. We had no plumbing plans, and the few things we could see (cleanouts, etc) didn't provide that much help in figuring it out. The service coordinators I contacted were quick to reply with all the relevant information I needed, and I was able to get an appointment within a day of calling. Chris, the tech, arrived right when he said he would. He was very friendly and professional. He took time to explain everything he was doing, and provided a lot of valuable insight as to what he was finding. In the end, he found exactly what we were looking for, marked it exactly where it was, and the amount of money charged was a bargain compared to the many hours I would have spent trying to figure this out on my own. I had originally planned to rent a camera and locating device to do it myself, but the amount I was charged by CPL was about the same as I would have paid just for the equipment rental, and I got an expert to do the work for me in a quarter of the time! He did such a great job in such a short time (less than I had budgeted for, and certainly a lot less time than I would have taken with rented equipment), I had him do some locating on some exterior stormwater drains a well. Highly recommended. --- John., Jamul, CA
Description of Work: Sewer/drain line locating under slab

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for taking the time and writing such a great review. I am glad that Chis was able to help you out in a timely manner. If you need anything else, please let us know. Have a great day.

Bill E.
07/2020
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
Professional people prompt and accurate, Quickly found problem pipe leaking.
Description of Work: Leak in water pipe under slab

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you for the positive response. I am glad that we were able to help you out. Have a great day.

Michael V.
06/2020
5.0
Uncategorized
  + -1 more
Perfect... all conduits were identified and even one that had to be devined! Aaron is the best! You can request him!
Description of Work: Conduit markout

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Thank you so much for the positive response. I am glad that Aaron was able to help you out. Have a great day,

Reuben S.
04/2020
5.0
plumbing, drain pipe
  + 0 more
Excellent. Ozzie Lubach, a technician with CPL came out and within 15-30 minutes used specialized equipment to detect the leak as well as to locate the manifold and determine what would be needed for plumbers to try to fix.
Description of Work: I had a slab leak in a water pipe under the kitchen and needed someone to locate the leak to determine if rerouting the pipe or a direct repair was the best option.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Hello, I am so happy to hear that we were able to help solve your problem. I hope that you have a wonderful day,

Kenny G.
04/2020
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
CPL is fantastic. And if you look up other reviews I've done on here you'll see I don't pull any punches when I get disappointed by a home contractor. These guys are amazing. All I knew was my water bill quadrupled, during a time with the "virus lockdown" when I wasn't doing as much laundry and showers....I looked at the water meter up by the street and it was spinning fast enough to make you dizzy, even with everything shut off in the house. I have a long run from my water meter to my house, and I walked it several times and no sign of "mud" etc (meaning I had a big leak someplace just feeding an underground spring). What to do? I read the Angie's List reviews for CPL and called them. I was so pleased with their prompt, efficient professional service and impressed with their array of sensors and gizmos to figure out the exact spot of the leak. They were so responsive, starting with the courteous, competent, and articulate lady who took my call, and then with Jose the technology genius who very promptly showed up with his truck full of magic technology. In less than an hour of sensors and probes and measurements, he took out some blue chalk and drew a 2-ft square on my driveway and said "this is where the leak is." Then he offered, since I was going to have to have a crew come to dig up the concrete anyway, would he like me to prove with a couple small holes that's the spot? I said "sure". He took a big drill with a 3-ft long, half-inch drill bit and made a small hole in the middle of the blue square. First the water came gushing out. But then he showed me the 3-ft metal drill bit just passed seamlessly into a huge hollow hole under my driveway (where all the earth had been washed away to some underground spring). Wow-- that means a few more times for my SUV (or the Amazon delivery van) driving over that spot and there was going to be a nasty cave-in. Cable Pipe & Leak saved the day for me with prompt, courteous, and professional service. If you ever have the terror of seeing your water meter spinning around while nothing is turned on, call CPL and in a couple hrs you'll know exactly where the leak is. Great company.
Description of Work: Leak Detection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$280

Response from Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc
Hello [Member Name Removed], Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know how we did.I am so happy that Jose was able to help you out. If you every have any other questions, please feel free to call any time. Have a great day.

Contact information

1483 N 2nd St Suite #201, El Cajon, CA 92021

http://www.cpldetection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
860181
Trade License Locale
CA
Trade License Authority
California Contractors State License Board
Trade License Expiration
06/30/2023
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Service Categories

Plumbing,
Drain Pipe Installation,
Electrical,
Natural Gas Lines,
Drain Cleaning,
Sewer Cleaning

FAQ

Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc offers emergency services.
No, Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc does not offer warranties.
Cable Pipe & Leak Detection Inc offers the following services: Underground Locating - Water Lines, Slab Leaks, Cable Faults, Gas Leaks, Gas Leak Surveys, Sewer Lines, Septic Tanks, Utility Surveys, Water Main Leaks, TV & Electrical Cables, Communication Cables, Irrigation Leaks, Post Tension & Re-Bar, PVC & Non-Metallic Pipe Locate & Video Inspection.
Repairs.

Contact information

1483 N 2nd St Suite #201, El Cajon, CA 92021

http://www.cpldetection.com

Service hours

Sunday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 AM - 11:30 PM