Watermain Leak Detection

Watermain & Service

Watermain and Service Leak Detection

Main and service losses waste water and undermine ground. Locating narrows the repair to metres before excavation, so the dig has a target.

Symptoms we're called for

  • Meter movement with all fixtures closed
  • Saturated ground or sinkholes along a route
  • Pressure drops or unexplained water cost
  • Water appearing in basements or vaults

Property types

  • Private service lines
  • Strata and commercial site piping
  • Municipal distribution (with authorization)

Methods used

  • Acoustic listening at valves, hydrants and exposed pipe
  • Correlation between access points
  • Pressure and flow confirmation
  • Route tracing to support the locate

Limitations, stated plainly

  • Accuracy depends on material, depth and soil conditions
  • Excavation and repair are performed by others

What you receive

  • A located and marked position
  • Correlation and pressure data
  • A dig-ready summary for the contractor

Next steps

  • Excavate and repair at the located position
  • Pressure-test after repair
  • Re-survey the remaining route on request