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Goats Plumbing locates and repairs water leaks for homes and businesses across Greensborough. We use modern detection equipment to find hidden leaks with minimal disruption.

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Water Leak Detection in Greensborough

Water leaks are not always obvious. A dripping tap is easy to spot, but a leak inside a wall, under a slab, or in an underground pipe can go undetected for months while causing significant structural damage and driving up your water bills. The sooner a hidden leak is found, the less damage it causes.

Goats Plumbing provides professional water leak detection services for homes and businesses across Greensborough and surrounding areas. We use modern detection equipment to locate leaks accurately without unnecessary digging or damage to your property.

Underground pipe leak detection
Slab leak detection
In-wall pipe leak detection
Pool and spa leak detection
Irrigation system leak detection

Signs You May Have a Hidden Water Leak

Hidden water leaks often give off signs before they become obvious. Goats Plumbing recommends calling a plumber if you notice any of the following:

Unexplained increase in your water bill – If your usage has not changed but your bill has gone up, a hidden leak is a likely cause.
Damp patches on walls or ceilings – Moisture staining or bubbling paint can indicate a pipe leak behind the surface.
Soft or spongy flooring – Particularly over a concrete slab, this can indicate a slow leak underneath.
Sound of running water – If you can hear water running when all taps are turned off, something is leaking somewhere in the system.
Mould or mildew growth – In areas not normally exposed to moisture, this can indicate a hidden leak providing a source of sustained dampness.

How We Detect Water Leaks

Goats Plumbing uses a range of modern detection techniques to locate hidden leaks accurately without unnecessary damage to your property:

Acoustic leak detection – Sensitive listening equipment that picks up the sound of water escaping from a pressurised pipe, allowing us to pinpoint the leak location from the surface.
Thermal imaging – Infrared cameras that detect temperature differences caused by moisture, allowing us to identify damp areas behind walls and under floors without cutting into them.
Pressure testing – Systematically pressurising sections of the pipe system to identify and isolate where pressure loss is occurring.
Tracer gas detection – For buried pipes, a harmless gas is introduced into the pipe and a surface detector identifies where it is escaping.

Water Leak Repairs

Once the leak is located, Goats Plumbing carries out the repair. The repair method depends on the type and location of the leak:

Exposed pipe leaks – Straightforward replacement of the damaged section of pipe or fitting.
In-wall leaks – Targeted opening of the wall at the leak location, repair of the pipe, and making good of the wall surface.
Slab leaks – Depending on access and the nature of the pipe, options include direct repair through the slab or pipe rerouting through the ceiling or walls to bypass the damaged section.
Underground leaks – Targeted excavation at the confirmed leak location, minimising disruption to gardens and hard surfaces.

Our process

Our Water Leak Detection Process

1.

Initial assessment
We review your symptoms, check your water meter for movement when all taps are off, and assess your property to determine the most likely location and cause of the leak.

2.

Detection
We use the appropriate detection technology for your situation, whether acoustic listening equipment, thermal imaging, pressure testing, or tracer gas, to pinpoint the exact leak location.

3.

Confirm and quote
We confirm the leak location, explain what we found, and provide a clear quote for the repair before any digging, cutting, or structural work begins.

4.

Repair and reinstate
We carry out the repair using the least invasive method appropriate for the situation and reinstate any surfaces disturbed during the repair process.

FAQs

COMMON QUESTIONS

How do I know if I have a hidden water leak?

Key signs include an unexplained increase in your water bill, damp patches on walls or ceilings, the sound of running water when all taps are off, soft flooring, or mould growth in areas not normally exposed to moisture.

Can you detect leaks without digging up my garden or cutting my walls?

Yes. Goats Plumbing uses acoustic detection, thermal imaging, and tracer gas techniques to locate leaks accurately before any excavation or wall opening occurs. We always aim to minimise disruption to your property.

How long does leak detection take?

Most leak detection jobs take between 1 and 3 hours depending on the complexity and the size of the property. Once the leak is located, repair time depends on the access required.

Will my insurance cover a hidden water leak?

Many home and contents insurance policies cover sudden and accidental water damage. We can provide the documentation and reports required to support an insurance claim. Check your policy or speak to your insurer for specific coverage details.

Can a water leak cause structural damage?

Yes. Sustained water leaks can damage plasterboard, timber framing, flooring, and in severe cases, structural elements of the building. Early detection and repair significantly reduces the extent of damage and repair costs.

Suspect a Water Leak? Call Goats Plumbing

A hidden water leak can cause significant damage if left unresolved. Goats Plumbing will find it and fix it with minimal disruption to your property. Contact us today for professional water leak detection across Greensborough and surrounding suburbs.

Water Leak Detection Across Greensborough and Surrounds

Service Areas

Goats Plumbing provides water leak detection and repair services across Greensborough, Eltham, Watsonia, Montmorency, Bundoora, Macleod, Rosanna, Diamond Creek, Plenty, Templestowe and surrounding suburbs. If you suspect a hidden leak, do not wait. The longer a leak goes undetected, the more damage it causes and the more it costs to repair both the pipe and any resulting structural damage.