Hidden leaks occur in different locations throughout a property — each requiring a slightly different detection approach. Here's how we handle the most common scenarios in Frostproof, FL.
Under Slab
Slab Leak Detection
Supply lines run under or through the concrete slab in most slab-on-grade homes. When these lines fail — from corrosion, shifting, or manufacturing defects — the leak is invisible from the surface but audible to acoustic equipment. We walk the floor on a grid pattern, map the loudest detection points, and triangulate to a specific floor location, typically within a square foot.
In-Wall
In-Wall & Ceiling Leak Detection
Wall and ceiling leaks are often traced by following a visible stain to its apparent high point — but the visible damage can be several feet from the actual pipe failure due to how water travels down framing members. Thermal imaging reveals the wet zone accurately, and acoustic equipment confirms the pipe location within the wall cavity.
Water Main
Underground Supply Line Detection
Supply lines between the meter and the structure run underground and are vulnerable to corrosion, ground movement, and tree root damage. A main supply line leak shows as unusually high meter usage with all interior fixtures off, sometimes with wet ground or sinkholes along the line path. Acoustic detection locates the failure in the buried line precisely enough to minimize excavation footprint.
Pool & Irrigation
Pool Line & Irrigation Leak Detection
Pool plumbing — suction and return lines buried between the equipment pad and the pool shell — can develop leaks at fittings or in the pipe body that appear as unexplained water loss. We pressure-test the pool plumbing circuit, isolate the return and suction lines separately, and use acoustic detection to find which line and where.
Commercial
Commercial Property Leak Detection
Commercial water loss from undetected leaks often shows up as elevated utility bills for months before physical evidence appears. We can assess a commercial building's plumbing system for suspected leaks at the property owner's or property manager's request.
Documentation
Leak Detection Report for Insurance
Insurance claims for water damage from hidden leaks typically require documentation that the leak was not visible or detectable without specialized equipment. Our detection report includes: pressure test results confirming active water loss, detection method used, thermal imagery or acoustic mapping showing leak location, and technician certification information.
