Acoustic Listening Leak Detection
Professional acoustic leak detection services for residential and commercial properties across the East of England and Greater London. Our specialists use highly sensitive ground microphones, contact sensors, and correlation technology to listen for and pinpoint hidden water leaks — with minimal disruption to your property.
- Pinpoint Accuracy
- Non-Invasive Methods
- Underground Detection
- Local Specialists
Booking: We can usually book you in within 24–48 hours.
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Fast, Non-Invasive Acoustic Detection
Signs You Need Acoustic Leak Detection
Recognising the early warning signs of hidden water leaks can save you from extensive property damage and costly repairs. Acoustic listening detection is particularly effective when you can hear water but cannot see where it's coming from.
🎵 Sound of Running Water
Hearing water flowing when all taps and appliances are switched off is a clear indicator of a hidden leak. Acoustic leak detection can pinpoint exactly where the sound originates from within your pipework.
💷 Unexplained High Water Bills
Sudden increases in water consumption often indicate concealed leaks that need investigation. Our water meter diagnostics combined with acoustic detection can identify the source.
📉 Reduced Water Pressure
Declining water pressure across your property suggests a significant leak in your supply lines. Acoustic water leak detection locates breaks in pressurised pipes quickly and accurately.
💧 Damp Patches Appearing
Persistent damp areas on walls, ceilings, or floors signal concealed leaking pipes. When you can see damage but cannot locate the source, acoustic detection reveals the exact leak point.
Professional leak detection in action
Additional Warning Signs
How Acoustic Leak Detection Works
Our acoustic listening leak detection specialists use highly sensitive equipment to hear the sound of water escaping from pipes. When water leaks under pressure, it creates distinct sounds that travel through pipe walls and surrounding materials — sounds our equipment can detect and analyse.
Ground Microphones
Highly sensitive ground microphones detect leak sounds transmitted through soil, concrete, and tarmac. Essential for finding underground water leaks in supply pipes and mains.
Contact Sensors
Precision contact sensors attach directly to pipes, fittings, and valves to listen for leak sounds within the plumbing system — ideal for detecting leaks inside walls.
Correlator Technology
Digital correlators compare sound signals from two points on a pipe to calculate the exact leak location with centimetre precision — minimising excavation requirements.
Electronic Amplification
Advanced amplification electronics make faint leak sounds audible, allowing detection even when leaks are small or pipes are deeply buried underground.
Frequency Filtering
Sophisticated filtering removes background noise and isolates leak frequencies, ensuring accurate detection even in noisy urban environments.
Digital Analysis
Computer analysis of acoustic signatures confirms leak presence and characteristics, providing detailed data for accurate reporting and repair planning.
Specialist leak detection equipment in use
Our Acoustic Leak Detection Process
Our systematic acoustic listening process combines specialist equipment with expert analysis. This proven methodology ensures comprehensive coverage and accurate results for both residential and commercial properties.
Initial Assessment
Thorough property inspection to understand your plumbing layout, identify access points, and determine the optimal acoustic detection strategy for your situation.
Systematic Listening Survey
Methodical acoustic survey using ground microphones and contact sensors at key points throughout your pipework to detect and isolate leak sounds.
Correlation Analysis
Where applicable, correlator technology triangulates the exact leak position by comparing sound signals from multiple sensors — often accurate to within centimetres.
Detailed Report
Comprehensive documentation outlining leak locations, severity assessments, and photographic evidence for your records and insurance trace and access claims.
Repair Recommendations
Expert guidance on effective repair solutions, cost estimates, and preventative measures based on our acoustic findings.
Professional Repairs
Our experienced specialists can perform leak detection and repair work using proven methods and quality materials.
Acoustic leak detection process
Why Choose Complete Leak Detection
Looking for an acoustic leak detection specialist near you? Complete Leak Detection delivers expert service with advanced listening technology and genuine care for your property.
Specialist Equipment
Industry-leading acoustic listening equipment including ground microphones, contact sensors, and digital correlators for accurate leak location.
Non-Invasive Methods
No unnecessary excavation or wall removal — we locate leaks by listening, with minimal disruption to your property.
Detailed Reporting
Comprehensive documentation with photographs for your records and insurance claims.
Detection & Repair
Complete service from finding your leak to fixing it — one team, one solution.
Local Coverage
Serving residential and commercial properties across the East of England and Greater London.
Quick Booking
We can usually book you in within 24–48 hours to minimise ongoing damage.
Get an Acoustic Leak Detection Quote
We're confident in our acoustic detection equipment and expertise. Get in touch today for a no-obligation quote — we can usually book you in within 24–48 hours.
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Common Issues We Solve with Acoustic Detection
Our acoustic listening leak detection services address a wide range of leak problems for homeowners and businesses. Whatever your situation, our specialist equipment can help.
🏠 Underground Mains Leaks
Water supply pipe leaks between your meter and property causing high bills and low pressure. Our ground microphones excel at water mains leak detection through soil, concrete, and tarmac.
🔧 Leaking Pipes in Walls
Hidden pipe leaks causing damp patches and water damage. Contact sensors detect leak sounds transmitted through walls to locate the exact point. Learn more about finding leaks inside walls.
🌡️ Central Heating Leaks
Boiler pressure dropping regularly? Acoustic detection finds leaks in radiator pipes and central heating systems without lifting floors.
💧 Slab & Concrete Floor Leaks
Water leaks beneath solid floors detected without excavation using ground microphones. Find out how to find water leaks under concrete floors.
🚿 Bathroom & Shower Leaks
Leaks from showers, baths, and basins damaging floors and ceilings below. Our bathroom leak detection identifies the source acoustically.
🏢 Commercial Property Leaks
Acoustic leak detection for offices, retail, warehouses, and industrial units with minimal disruption. See our commercial leak detection services.