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Expert Water Leak Detection Wavell Heights
If your water bill has spiked randomly or you hear water running even when the taps are off, you might have a leak hiding inside your walls or under the floor. If you can't see the leak, you can't fix it which is why we use special tools to find the water for you.
Our Wavell Heights plumbers use acoustic and thermal equipment to find leaks without breaking your walls or digging up your grass. These tools help us find the exact spot where water is leaking so we can fix it fast without making a mess of your home.
Locating Leaks In Older Wavell Heights Pipes
Many houses in Wavell Heights were built a long time ago. The metal water pipes in these homes are now very old. Over many years, these pipes get rusty and weak. They start to get tiny pinholes that let water leak out slowly.
These leaks usually start small and hide behind your walls for a long time. By the time you see a wet spot on the carpet or a big bill, the water has already been causing trouble. Our tools find these hidden problems early so you can save money and keep your house dry.
Modern Leak Detection Methods In Wavell Heights
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Acoustic Detection
Leaky pipes make a tiny sound that our "super ears" can hear. Acoustic equipment helps us listen through walls and concrete to find the exact spot where water is spraying out.
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Thermal Imaging
Thermal cameras let us see heat patterns behind your walls. Because water changes the temperature of a wall, we can follow the "wet" colors on the screen to find the hidden leak.
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Moisture Meters
These tools measure how much water is inside your walls or floors. By checking different spots, we can follow the trail of water back to the source like a map.
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Pressure Testing
We test the water pressure to see if it drops. If the pressure goes down, it tells us that water is escaping from the pipe somewhere, so we know there is definitely a leak.
Our Leak Detection Process
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Initial Check
We discuss your concerns, check your water meter for movement when all taps are off, and look for visible signs of leaks or water damage.
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Detection Scanning
We systematically scan your property using acoustic equipment and thermal imaging to locate the leak source without invasive testing.
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Pinpoint & Confirm
We use moisture meters and additional testing to confirm the exact leak location and assess how much water damage has spread to surrounding areas.
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Repair Options
We explain what we found, give you repair options with upfront pricing, and can often fix the leak the same day with minimal disruption.
Types Of Leaks We Find In Wavell Heights
Our leak detection services cover all types of water leaks in residential and commercial properties throughout Wavell Heights.
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Leaks Under Concrete Floors
These are leaks in pipes under your concrete slab. They can crack the foundation of your house. We use acoustic sound tools to find the leak so we only have to move a tiny bit of concrete to fix it.
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Burst Pipes Inside Walls
Pipes inside your walls can leak for a long time before you see a wet spot. We use thermal imaging cameras and sensors to find them without having to cut holes in your walls to look inside.
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Hidden Underground Leaks
Pipes under your grass or driveway can leak a lot of water without showing on the surface. We find the exact spot under the ground so we do not have to dig up your whole garden to find the break.
Signs You May Have A Hidden Water Leak
Hidden leaks often show warning signs before causing major damage. If you notice any of these indicators, professional leak detection can find the source before things get worse.
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Unexplained High Water Bills
A sudden increase in your water bill without changes in usage often indicates a hidden leak. Even small leaks can waste significant water over a billing period.
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Water Meter Running When Taps Off
If your water meter keeps moving when all taps and appliances are off, water is escaping somewhere in your system. This is a clear sign of a leak.
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Damp Or Discoloured Patches
Wet spots, water stains, or discolouration on walls, ceilings, or floors show water is getting where it shouldn't. These patches may come and go.
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Musty Smells
Persistent damp or musty odours, especially in closed spaces, often indicate hidden moisture and possible mould growth from an undetected leak.
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Sound Of Running Water
Hearing water flowing when nothing is running suggests water is escaping somewhere. This is most noticeable at night when the house is quiet.
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Warm Spots On Floors
Unexplained warm areas on floors, particularly concrete, can indicate a hot water pipe leak beneath the surface. The escaping hot water heats the floor above.
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Low Water Pressure
A drop in water pressure throughout your home may mean water is escaping before reaching your taps. Localised drops point to leaks in specific sections.
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Cracks In Walls Or Foundation
Water leaks can cause soil movement and foundation shifting, resulting in cracks. New or widening cracks may indicate an underground leak affecting your property.
Why Finding Leaks Early Saves You Money
Hidden water leaks get worse every day. Finding and fixing them early stops small problems from turning into very expensive ones.
High Water Bills
Even a tiny drip can waste hundreds of buckets of water every day. This makes your water bill go up and up until the leak is fixed.
Damage To Your House
Water can rot the wood in your walls, ruin your paint, and even make the ground under your house soft and weak. The longer the water leaks, the more it costs to fix your home.
Mould and Mildew
Wet spots behind walls are the perfect place for mould to grow. Mould is very hard to get rid of once it starts, and it can cost a lot of money to clean up.
Keeping Your Family Healthy
Breathing in air from damp or mouldy rooms can make people cough or feel sick. Fixing leaks helps keep the air inside your house clean and safe for everyone.
Why Pipes Leak In Wavell Heights
Knowing why pipes break helps you spot trouble early. Here are the main reasons we find leaks in Wavell Heights homes.
Old Metal Pipes
Many houses in Wavell Heights still have the original metal pipes from when the home was first built. Over 70 years, these pipes get rusty and thin. This causes tiny pinholes that let water spray out behind your walls.
Broken Flexi Hoses
Flexi hoses are the bendy metal silver pipes under your sinks and toilets. They do not last forever and can snap suddenly. When they break, they can flood your whole house very quickly.
Moving Ground and Clay
The ground in Brisbane moves a lot when it rains or gets dry. This moving dirt pushes on the pipes under your house. The pressure can make the pipes crack or pull apart at the joints where they connect.
Too Much Water Pressure
If your water comes out too fast and hard, it puts a lot of stress on your pipes. It is like blowing up a balloon too much until it pops. We can test your pressure and add a special valve to keep it at a safe level.
Hungry Tree Roots
Tree roots love to find water. Big trees in Wavell Heights gardens, like Jacarandas and Mango trees, can grow roots into the tiny cracks of your pipes. As the roots grow bigger, they break the pipe open.
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Water Leak Detection Wavell Heights FAQs
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We use special tools like heat cameras and acoustic ears to find water hiding behind your walls. These tools let us see and hear the water moving without having to cut holes or dig up your floors. It is a safe way to find the exact spot that needs fixing.
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Look for a water bill that is much higher than normal or wet spots on your carpet and walls. You might also hear water running when no one is using a tap. If you smell something musty or see paint peeling for no reason, you should have your pipes checked.
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Yes, we can. We use acoustic sensors that can hear the sound of a leak through thick concrete. This means we do not have to break up your whole driveway to find the problem. We find the right spot first so we only fix the part that is broken.
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Many insurance companies will help pay for finding a leak if it is causing damage to your home. We give you a full report with photos and notes to show your insurance company. This helps explain what went wrong and what needs to be fixed to make your house safe again.
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Most of the time we can find a leak in about one or two hours. We bring all our tools with us so we can start looking right away. Once we find the leak, we can tell you the best way to fix it and how much it will cost.
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The first thing you should do is turn off your main water valve to stop the flow. This prevents more water from damaging your house. Once the water is off, call us and we will come out to find the leak and help you get your water back on safely.
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Wavell Heights Leak Detection Specialists
Our team of licensed plumbers are available for water leak detection, repairs, and emergency plumbing throughout Wavell Heights and surrounding suburbs.
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Phone 0482 979 551
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