Leak Detection Questions
Common questions about leak detection, pool leaks, CCTV inspection, jetting and pipe relining.
Can you find a leak without breaking tiles?
The goal is to locate the most likely leak area before breaking starts. Some repairs still require access, but detection reduces blind damage.
What causes hidden residential leaks?
Common causes include aging pipework, failed fittings, ground movement, corrosion, under-slab pipe failure and poor previous repairs.
Do you help with high water bills?
Yes. High water bills are a common reason clients book residential leak detection.
Do you work with body corporates?
Yes. Complexes, estates and body corporates are ideal for zone-based water loss investigation.
Can commercial work be scheduled after hours?
Where access and safety allow, commercial investigations can be planned around site operations.
Do you provide findings for management?
Yes. Findings can be documented for facility managers, trustees, landlords or insurers.
Is my pool leaking or evaporating?
If water loss is excessive, consistent or changes when the pump runs, leak testing is recommended.
Do you need to drain the pool?
Usually not for initial detection. Some repairs may need the water level lowered.
Can you test pool pipes?
Yes, where access and pipe condition allow, pool plumbing can often be pressure tested.
Can you detect leaks under paving?
Yes. Pressure testing, acoustic detection and tracer gas can be used where suitable.
Can water surface away from the leak?
Yes. Water often travels underground and appears away from the actual leak point.
Will you need to dig?
Detection narrows the area so any digging can be targeted instead of random.
Can thermal imaging see through walls?
No. It reads surface temperature patterns, which must be interpreted and confirmed.
Is thermal imaging enough on its own?
Usually not. It is best used together with pressure testing or other detection methods.
Is it useful for hot water leaks?
Yes. Hot water leaks often create clearer thermal patterns.
Does acoustic detection work on every pipe?
No. It depends on pipe material, pressure, depth, ground conditions and background noise.
Can it be used under concrete?
Yes, where conditions are suitable.
Does the pipe need pressure?
Yes. Acoustic detection works best on active pressurised leaks.
Is tracer gas safe?
Tracer gas mixtures used for leak detection are selected for safe detection applications when handled correctly.
Can every line be tested?
No. The line must be suitable and capable of being isolated.