We carry out a large range of leak detection work from smaller problems, such as a leaking tap or issues with your toilet cistern, to full replacements. We will also complete repairs to your hot and cold-water storage tanks.
Our supplies and materials are all stocked up in our vans to ensure that everything required for the job is at hand and readily available. This ensures that the majority of repair or replacement for all taps, toilets, showers and pipe work can be fixed immediately, properly and efficiently.
90% of the faulty parts can usually be repaired so this can save you lots of money in materials, whether this is a tap, shower or toilet part!
We can also carry out many central heating works from issues with radiator leaks through to full central heating system replacement at competitive prices.
Our Methods
Acoustic Testing
What is it? Acoustic testing is the use of ground penetrating and pipe sensitive microphones to enhance the sound or vibrations of a leak.
What does it do? Using this equipment, we can pinpoint the smallest of leaks on pipe work internally or externally.
How do the equipment work? The acoustic device can locate leaks through characterisation and differentiation of sound. Simply by knowing the normal sound of flowing water through pipework, compared to the sound of a leak. This equipment uses ultrasonic sound equipment to detect the softest of sounds.
Thermal Imaging
What is it? Thermal imaging is a common, non-invasive method used to detect leaks within a property. It involves using specialist infrared cameras to observe the amount of infrared light emitted from a particular surface. This allows us to identify the change in temperature between pipework.
What does it do? With our thermal imaging cameras, we can locate the routes that pipe work takes within concrete and pick up anomalies on hot or cold feeds, which can indicate a leak and water pooling.
How does the equipment work? Thermal imaging offers a fast way to scan large areas quickly for signs of a water leak. The equipment detects small differences in temperature behind walls or other solid objects, which are shown on a monitor. Thermal imaging is a non-invasive leak detection method, meaning it does not cause additional damage to your home.
Tracer Gas Surveys
What is it? Tracer gas is a harmless gas which is lighter-than-air. This gas can be injected into an empty pipe at a reasonable pressure and will escape the pipe if there is a leak.
What does It do? Tracer gas is used to find the leaks in all the pipelines. This is a unique technique in which pressure test is employed using a Tracer Gas. We can locate the gas escaping through concrete or tile grouting, tarmac and grass, near enough any covering. This also can help us home in on a leak in conjunction with our ground microphones. The gas escapes 10x louder than water and can be heard more easily. The gas we use is 100% safe, non-flammable nor intoxicating and renewable!
How does the equipment work? This is a unique technique in which a pressure test is employed using a Tracer Gas. This is carried out via the pipeline; once inspected and the pipe is isolated Tracer Gas is injected. Our tracer gas is inserted into central heating pipe work, hot or cold feeds or incoming water supplies. In conjunction with our specialised gas analyser. The pipeline is pressurised to a certain value of pressure and pressure drop is monitored after that. If a pressure drop appears then the pipeline is scanned using a gas detector for any leaks.
Salts Testing
What is it? A salt test is a method of testing areas which may be affected by moisture and damp. The tests will usually identify tap water or group water.
What does it do? Certain salts, nitrates and chlorides are left behind when soil water evaporates (rising damp) on surface of walls. If chlorides and nitrates are present in the stonework or plaster it may indicate rising damp. A salts test will detect this.
- Nitrates are found in any water which has come into contact with the ground or soil. They will typically carry moisture from rising damp.
- Chlorides are found in treated tap water. This disinfects and prevents water from carrying water born diseases. This is what a chloride test will be looking for.
How does the equipment work? Our leak detection specialists will measure a sample of the affected material that has come into contact with the possible water or moisture. Using our equipment, we will mix the solution and sample together, allowing time for the sediment to settle. Once this has settled, the colour of the water will change indicating the results.
There are four possible outcomes:
- Positive for both Nitrates and Chlorides.
- Negative for both Nitrates and Chlorides.
- Negative for Nitrates, Positive for Chlorides.
- Positive for Nitrates, Negative for Chlorides.
Endoscope Survey
What is it? Also known as a CCTV drain survey, an endoscope survey is essentially an extension of the naked eye, providing images and videos on a large screen. They are typically used in small tight space which cannot be reached.
What does it do? Using our endoscopes, we can get into tight spaces to check waste pipes and other pipe work without removing any boxing or tiling. This method also allows us to take photographic evidence and videos of any damage found in the confine areas.
How does the equipment work? Whether it is a drain or confined area, the camera can be inserted into the void, and in live time, the clear image will be recorded on the endoscope equipment screen.
Moisture Meter Profiling
What is it? A moisture meter is a very important piece of equipment, which allows us to map out all disguised areas of damp and moisture.
What does it do? We can carry out full moisture surveys of your property locating damp floors, walls, and ceilings. This can also help to locate a leak down to an area if no damage is present to the naked eye. This also helps with our recommendations for drying so you can inform your insurance company.
How does the equipment work? The moisture meter is completely non-invasive and permits us to map out the damp without causing any damage to your property. Readings are taken at a depth of 19mm, using a radio frequency (RF) signal, which ranges between 60-1000. When a reading record 200 and above, this is classed a damp. Multiple readings will be taken to pinpoint the area of damp.
Drone Inspection Survey
What is it? Our drone inspection surveys include roof inspection / surveys to check for water ingress and other roofing defects, high-level inspections, and surveys of fragile or dangerous structures.
What does it do? Through modern drone technology, we can help our clients reach inaccessible and dangerous spaces. This could include, hidden internal roof areas or gutter detailing or other high-level defects which are impossible to reach by ladder or other access equipment. This is a cost effective, safety conscious and sustainable alternative to cherry pickers, abseilers and scaffolding.
How does the equipment work? We capture both high-resolution photos and 4K videos as well as showing a live stream back to the operator on the ground. All media will be provided in our report which is ideal for insurance claims.