Leak Detection — Yeppoon & Rockhampton

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Hidden water leaks can cause thousands of dollars in damage before you even know they exist. LTH Plumbing offers professional leak detection across Yeppoon and Rockhampton, using modern equipment to locate leaks in walls, slabs, and underground pipes without unnecessary digging. If your water bills are rising unexpectedly, call 0455 869 383.

Leak detection uses a combination of techniques depending on where the suspected leak is. Acoustic listening devices pick up the sound of water escaping from pressurised pipes — even through concrete slabs or behind walls. Pressure testing isolates sections of pipework to confirm a leak is present and narrow down its location. In some cases, thermal imaging can identify temperature changes in walls or floors caused by escaping water. The goal is always to find the leak with minimal disruption to your property.

A simple test you can do yourself: turn off all taps and water-using appliances, then check your water meter. Note the reading, wait 30 minutes without using any water, and check again. If the meter has moved, you likely have a leak somewhere. This test won't tell you where the leak is, but it confirms whether further investigation is warranted.

The cost of ignoring a leak adds up quickly. A pinhole leak in a pressurised copper pipe can discharge hundreds of litres of water per day, inflating your water bill and — if it's inside a wall or under a slab — causing structural damage, mould growth, and potentially compromising your home's foundations. Older Capricorn Coast homes with copper pipes that are 30+ years old are particularly susceptible to pinhole leaks caused by corrosion. Catching it early is always cheaper than dealing with the consequences.

Looking for a leak detection near me in Yeppoon, Rockhampton or the Capricorn Coast? LTH Plumbing is your local licensed plumber — call 0455 869 383 for fast, reliable service.

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