East Anglian Leak Detection

Professional Leak Detection Across East Anglia & Home Counties

When you suspect a water leak in your property, every hour counts. What starts as a small damp patch can quickly escalate into thousands of pounds worth of damage to flooring, plasterwork, and structural timbers. At East Anglian Leak Detection, we locate hidden leaks quickly using non-invasive technology, protecting your property and wallet from escalating repair costs.

We provide specialist leak detection services throughout East Anglia and the Home Counties, covering Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, London and Greater London. Our engineers use thermal imaging cameras, acoustic listening equipment, and tracer gas technology to pinpoint leaks accurately – whether they're behind walls, under concrete floors, or buried in your garden.

If you're dealing with unexplained water bills, persistent damp, dropping boiler pressure, or visible water damage, we'll find the source fast. We work with homeowners, landlords, commercial properties, and insurance companies to provide clear, detailed reports that support repair decisions and insurance claims.

Our Specialist Leak Detection Services

We offer comprehensive leak detection across East Anglia, using multiple advanced technologies to find leaks without unnecessary damage to your property. Each situation requires a different approach, and our engineers are equipped with the full range of detection equipment.

Advanced Technology That Finds Leaks Fast

Finding hidden leaks requires more than guesswork. Our engineers use multiple detection technologies, selecting the most appropriate methods based on your property type, pipe materials, and suspected leak location. This multi-method approach ensures accurate results while minimising disruption.

Thermal Imaging Cameras

Our FLIR thermal imaging cameras detect temperature variations caused by escaping water, revealing moisture patterns invisible to the naked eye. This technology excels at finding leaks behind walls, under floors, and in ceiling voids without any exploratory damage. In typical Victorian and period properties, thermal imaging can trace a leak through multiple rooms and floors, identifying the source even when water damage appears far from the actual leak point.

Acoustic Listening Equipment

Professional acoustic equipment amplifies the sound of water escaping under pressure. Our ground microphones and listening devices can detect leaks through concrete, tarmac, soil, and floor coverings. This method works particularly well for mains water leaks and pressurised systems, pinpointing leak locations to within centimetres.

Tracer Gas Detection

For difficult leaks in plastic pipes, underfloor heating circuits, or low-pressure systems, we use tracer gas (a safe hydrogen-nitrogen mixture). The gas escapes at the leak point and rises through materials, where our sensitive detectors locate it at the surface. This method succeeds where other technologies struggle, especially with slow leaks that don't create noise or temperature changes.

Additional Detection Methods

Depending on your situation, we also employ moisture mapping, pipe tracing equipment, pressure testing, endoscopic cameras for cavity inspection, and dye testing for drainage systems. Each tool serves a specific purpose in our comprehensive detection process.

How Our Leak Detection Process Works

We've refined our process over thousands of successful leak detections across East Anglia. Here's exactly what happens when you call us:

Warning Signs You Have a Hidden Leak

Many property owners don't realise they have a leak until significant damage appears. Watch for these early warning signs that could save you thousands in repairs:

Visual Signs

• Damp patches on walls or ceilings that won't dry out
• Paint bubbling, wallpaper peeling, or plaster deteriorating
• Mould growth, especially in unusual locations
• Staining or watermarks on walls and ceilings
• Flooring lifting, warping, or feeling soft underfoot

System Indicators

• Boiler pressure dropping regularly (needs topping up weekly or more)
• Unexplained increase in water bills
• Water meter spinning when all taps are off
• Low water pressure throughout the property
• Hot spots on floors (underfloor heating leaks)

Other Warning Signs

• Sound of running or dripping water when everything's off
• Musty smell that won't go away
• Insects attracted to moisture
• Radiators needing frequent bleeding
• External ground that's always wet or boggy

If you've noticed any combination of these signs, professional leak detection could prevent extensive damage. The sooner we locate the leak, the simpler and less expensive the repair.

Insurance Claims and Trace & Access Cover

Most home insurance policies include 'trace and access' cover, which pays for the investigation work needed to find a leak. This is separate from the damage repair costs and often has its own limit (typically £5,000-£10,000).

What We Provide for Insurance Claims

• Detailed technical report with methodology explanation
• High-resolution thermal imaging captures
• Site photographs showing damage and leak location
• Precise leak location with measurements and depth
• Moisture readings and supporting data
• Repair recommendations and access requirements

Our reports meet insurance industry standards and are accepted by all major insurers. We can liaise directly with loss adjusters and provide supplementary information if required. Many customers recover our full detection fee through their trace and access cover.

Important Insurance Considerations

Check your policy documents or call your insurer before booking to confirm trace and access cover. Some policies require pre-authorisation for investigation work. We're happy to provide a scope of work document to help you get approval. Remember, finding and documenting the leak properly often determines whether your damage claim is accepted.

The True Cost of Water Leak Damage

Property owners often underestimate how quickly leak damage escalates. Here's what untreated leaks typically cost across East Anglian properties:

These figures come from actual insurance claims across our service area. Add the stress, disruption, and potential health impacts of mould, and early leak detection becomes essential property maintenance, not optional.

Coverage Across East Anglia & Home Counties

We provide comprehensive leak detection services throughout East Anglia and the Home Counties, with rapid response times across all major cities, towns and rural areas. Our engineers are strategically located to reach you quickly, whether you're in a city centre, market town, village, or the heart of London.

Our coverage extends from the coastal areas of Norfolk and Suffolk, through the historic cities of Cambridge and Peterborough, down to the bustling regions of Essex, Hertfordshire, and into Greater London. Each area receives the same professional service with rapid response times and expert leak detection technology.

Whether you need leak detection in a rural Norfolk village, a Cambridge city centre office, or a residential property in Surrey, our engineers have the local knowledge and technical expertise to locate your leak quickly and accurately. We understand the unique property types across our service area, from period cottages to modern developments.

Frequently Asked Questions