LeakDetection
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Get Free QuotesWhy Leak Detection Matters
- Leaks are sneaky - water travels far from where it enters.
- You might see a wet patch on the ceiling but the actual entry point is 3 metres away.
- Guessing where a leak is often leads to unnecessary damage and wasted money.
- Professional leak detection finds the exact source quickly and accurately.
- This means repairs are targeted - no pulling apart the whole roof or wall.
- Early detection prevents small leaks from becoming massive, expensive problems.
- Some leaks are invisible - hidden inside walls or under floors.
Types of Leak Detection Services
Roof Leak Detection
- •Roof leaks are very common - especially after heavy storms.
- •Water gets in through broken tiles, cracked seals, or gaps in flashing.
- •Flashing is the metal strips that seal edges and joints on your roof.
- •A professional does a full visual inspection of the roof from outside and inside.
- •Water testing is sometimes used - water is applied to sections to see where it appears inside.
- •Thermal imaging cameras can find moisture inside roofs without any damage.
- •Once found, the entry point is sealed or repaired immediately.
- •A full inspection report is usually provided with photos.
Water Ingress Inspections
- •Water ingress means water getting into places it should not be.
- •It can come from the roof, walls, balconies, plumbing, or windows.
- •An inspector looks at the whole building to find all possible entry points.
- •They check seals around windows and doors.
- •They look at external walls for cracks and gaps.
- •Gutters, downpipes, and drainage are inspected too.
- •The inspector gives a full report with recommended repairs.
- •Very useful for buying a new home - find all the problems before you sign.
Tools Used for Leak Detection
- Visual inspection - the most basic and important step.
- Moisture meters - measure how much moisture is in walls, floors and ceilings.
- Thermal imaging cameras - find hidden wet areas using heat differences.
- Water testing - controlled water application to trace the entry point.
- Borescope cameras - tiny cameras pushed into wall cavities to see inside.
- Tracer gas - used for underground pipes to find hidden leaks.
Signs You Need Leak Detection
- Damp or wet patches on ceilings, walls, or floors.
- You can hear dripping but cannot find where it is.
- Your water bill is unusually high (hidden pipe leak).
- Mould keeps coming back even after cleaning.
- Musty smell that you cannot trace.
- Paint or plaster bubbling and falling off.
- You have had roof repairs but the leak is still there.
How Much Does Leak Detection Cost?
- Basic inspection: R500 – R2,000.
- Full water ingress inspection with report: R1,500 – R5,000.
- Thermal imaging inspection: R2,000 – R8,000.
- Cost depends on the size of the property and complexity of the problem.
- Many contractors include a free or low-cost inspection with repair work.
- Always worth paying for a proper inspection - guessing costs more.
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