Underground Water Leak Detection
Professional underground water leak detection services for residential and commercial properties across the East of England and Greater London. Our specialists use advanced tracer gas technology, acoustic listening equipment, and ground microphones to locate buried pipe leaks accurately — without unnecessary excavation or disruption to your property.
- No Unnecessary Digging
- Tracer Gas Technology
- Accurate Leak Location
- Local Specialists
Booking: We can usually book you in within 24–48 hours.
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Fast, Non-Invasive Underground Leak Detection
Signs You Have an Underground Water Leak
Detecting an underground water leak early prevents costly property damage and water wastage. Our specialists use advanced underground leak detection technology to find hidden leaks in buried pipes quickly and accurately.
💷 Unexplained High Water Bills
Sudden increases in water consumption often indicate underground pipe leaks that need immediate investigation. If your water meter is running with everything off, you likely have a buried leak.
🌿 Wet or Boggy Patches in Garden
Persistently damp areas in your garden or lawn — especially during dry weather — signal water leaking from underground pipes. Unusually green grass patches can also indicate buried leaks.
📉 Reduced Water Pressure
Declining water pressure throughout your property suggests significant underground plumbing leaks in your supply line. This requires professional underground leak locators to find the source.
🛤️ Cracks in Paths or Driveways
Subsidence and cracking in hard surfaces often result from underground water leaks washing away supporting soil. Early detection prevents more serious structural damage.
Professional underground leak detection in action
Additional Warning Signs
How We Detect Underground Water Leaks
Our underground leak detection specialists use industry-leading technology to find buried pipe leaks with precision. Every piece of equipment is specifically chosen to locate water leaks underground without unnecessary excavation.
Tracer Gas Detection
Our primary method for underground pipe leak detection. A safe hydrogen-nitrogen gas mixture is introduced into the pipe system. The gas escapes through any leak and rises to the surface where our sensitive underground leak detectors pinpoint the exact location — even through concrete and tarmac.
Acoustic Listening Equipment
Ground microphones and acoustic sensors detect the distinctive sound of water escaping from buried pipes. This acoustic listening technology is highly effective for locating water leaks underground in supply pipes.
Correlation Technology
Advanced correlators compare sound signals from multiple sensors to calculate the precise leak location mathematically. Essential for accurately finding water leaks underground in long pipe runs.
Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging cameras detect temperature variations caused by underground leaks affecting ground surface temperatures. Particularly useful when water pipe leaks underground are close to the surface.
Moisture Mapping
Professional moisture meters measure soil saturation levels to track leak spread patterns and identify affected areas. Helps determine the extent of underground water leak damage.
Pipe Location Equipment
Electronic pipe locators trace the exact route of buried pipework before detection begins. Essential for accurate underground plumbing leak detection when pipe routes are unknown.
Our specialist underground leak detection equipment
Our Underground Leak Detection Process
Our systematic approach to finding underground water leaks combines advanced technology with expert analysis. This proven methodology ensures accurate results for both residential and commercial properties.
Site Assessment
Thorough inspection of your property including meter readings, pressure testing, and pipe route identification. We assess the likely location of your underground leak before deploying detection equipment.
Pipe Location
We trace the route of buried pipework using electronic locators to ensure accurate detection coverage. Essential for locating leaks in underground water pipes when routes aren't documented.
Advanced Detection
We deploy tracer gas technology and acoustic equipment to pinpoint the exact leak location. Our underground water pipe leak detectors locate leaks with millimetre accuracy.
Location Confirmation
Multiple detection methods confirm the leak position before any excavation. We mark the exact spot where your underground water leak is located.
Detailed Reporting
Comprehensive documentation including leak location, photographs, and recommended repair options. Useful for insurance claims and understanding the full scope of underground water leak repair needed.
Repair Options
We discuss repair solutions and can carry out the necessary excavation and pipework to resolve the issue. Our team handles complete leak detection and repair.
Systematic underground leak detection
Why Choose Complete Leak Detection
Looking for an underground water leak detection company near you? Complete Leak Detection delivers expert underground leak detection services with advanced technology and genuine care for your property.
Tracer Gas Specialists
Industry-leading tracer gas technology for accurate underground pipe leak detection — even through concrete.
No Unnecessary Digging
Our non-invasive methods locate underground leaks precisely, minimising excavation and disruption to your property.
Insurance-Ready Reports
Comprehensive documentation with photographs for your records and insurance trace and access claims.
Detection & Repair
Complete service from finding underground water leaks to carrying out underground water leak repair.
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 water loss and damage.
Get an Underground Leak Detection Quote
We're confident in our 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 Underground Leak Issues We Solve
Our underground water leak detection services address a wide range of buried pipe problems for homeowners and businesses. Whatever your situation, we have the expertise to help.
🏠 Water Mains Supply Leaks
Leaks in the pipe between your meter and property causing high bills and low pressure. Our water mains leak detection service locates these quickly using underground water pipe leak detectors.
🛤️ Leaks Under Driveways
Underground pipe leaks beneath tarmac, concrete, and block paving. Our tracer gas technology finds leaks without destroying your driveway. Learn how we find underground water leaks.
🌿 Garden Pipe Leaks
Water leaking from underground supply pipes causing boggy lawns and saturated flower beds. We pinpoint the exact leak location to minimise garden disruption during repair.
🏗️ Leaks Under Foundations
Underground leaks near or beneath building foundations risking subsidence. Early detection with our underground leak locators prevents serious structural damage.
🏢 Commercial Property Leaks
Underground plumbing leak detection for offices, retail units, warehouses, and industrial sites. We work efficiently to minimise business disruption. See our commercial leak detection services.
💧 Slab & Floor Leaks
Underground water leaks beneath concrete floors and slabs detected without excavation. Discover how to find water leaks under concrete floors.