DOMESTIC PIPE LEAK

July 19th, 2016 Trace Surveys Past Projects

Internal Pipework Leak Detection

Symptom – Property recently developed visible signs of damp. Insurers suspected that a leaking buried pipe was the cause. Trace was asked to carry out a leak detection survey.

Analysis

1. Pressure testing confirmed that the hot water pipework was leaking.

2. Thermal imaging showed a spread of heat in the pictured location.

3. Audible leak noise was present in the same location. Image shows a Ground Microphone over a suspected leak site.

Invasive inspection

The hot water service was exposed in the location where the results of thermal imaging and acoustic analysis indicated a leak. Images show the excavation and the leak which was exposed.

Repair

The following image shows the repaired leak.