Meter behaviour check
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Gauteng Specialist Service
Residential Leak Detection
Non-invasive leak detection for homes, townhouses, flats, slabs, bathrooms, gardens and underground supply lines across Gauteng.
Overview
What Is Residential Leak Detection?
Non-invasive leak detection for homes, townhouses, flats, slabs, bathrooms, gardens and underground supply lines across Gauteng. This service is designed to identify the likely source of water loss or pipe failure before unnecessary damage, digging or repeated repair costs start.
The correct approach depends on the symptoms, pressure, pipe material, access, surface type and whether the issue is internal, underground, pool-related or drainage-related.
When To Call
- High municipal water bill
- Meter movement when taps are closed
- Damp walls, floors or ceilings
- Mould smell or wet skirting boards
- Low pressure
- Wet paving, lawns or garden areas
Methods
How We Diagnose The Problem
Pressure testing
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Acoustic leak tracing
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Thermal imaging support
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Tracer gas where suitable
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Targeted repair recommendation
This method may be used when the site conditions and symptoms make it suitable.
Residential Use
For homes, the goal is to protect tiles, floors, paving, gardens, walls and finishes by narrowing the leak area before repair work starts.
Commercial Use
For commercial properties, the goal is to reduce downtime, tenant disruption, water loss and repeated maintenance costs.
FAQs
Residential Leak Detection FAQs
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.
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