Water Leak Detection | Non-Invasive Trace & Access

Our water leak detection tradesmen all have many years of specialist experience. They are experts in accurately locating any type of plumbing leak using non-destructive methods and the most up-to-date equipment available.

The equipment we use includes thermal imaging cameras and tracer gas surveys. If you have a leak in your property we guarantee to find it.

Customer reviews

Ben, the leak detection technician who attended my booking, provided excellent service and was very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Aspect to anyone!

Duncan, Streatham, SW16
Prompt, clean and polite service. Found the leak quickly with minimal ceiling damage and fixed it. The specialist cameras worked perfectly. Would definitely use again.

Mark, Tooting, SW17
Very good service. Using specialist equipment found unexpected source of a persistent leak. Within a few days sent someone round to do the repairs. All contact with company pleasant and efficient.

Mary, Greenwich, SE10

Problems caused by undetected leaks

Water leaks that remains hidden, undetected and unresolved could be causing bigger problems than the visible signs might suggest. The damage caused from leaking pipes can compromise the structural integrity of your property.

Trying to detect a water leak in your property without using the most reliable techniques available can be unreliable, inconclusive and unnecessarily expensive. It will often result in walls, floors or ceilings being damaged, removed or destroyed, all in search of a leak that might exist elsewhere.

At Aspect we understand how stressful it can be to have a leak but not knowing where it is, or the full extent of the problem. Our water leak detection service has a 99% success rate.

We believe our leak detection service is the best way of finding a leak and providing the necessary water leak repair as quickly and as hassle free as possible.

What types of leaks can we detect?

Our expert tradesmen can detect leaks in any type of plumbing pipework as well as in mains water pipes leading into a property. They can also detect leaks in roofs, brickwork and around window frames.

Central heating system pipework
Under floor heating system pipes
Mains water supply pipework
Pressurised combi-system pipework
Internal plumbing pipework (hot and cold water)
Waste and soil pipes
Bath and shower leaks
Unvented system pipework
Rainwater entering your property

Our leak detection rates

From £55.00 per half-hour
One hour minimum
10% off when you book online
Fixed pricing for planned work

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No hidden extras

What you get from Aspect

Experienced & vetted tradespeople
24 hour availability for all trades
Dedicated technical support team
Aspect Guarantee on workmanship
Peace of mind from trade accreditation

Occasional extra costs

Parts and materials used
Collection of parts and materials

We won’t charge you for

Cost of parking
Fuel or travel time
Congestion Charge
ULEZ charge

How do we detect leaks?

Our leak detection tradesmen all have many years of specialist experience. They’re experts in accurately locating any type of plumbing leak using non-destructive methods and the most up-to-date equipment available.

Leak detection techniques we use include thermal imaging camera and tracer gas surveys

More details on our leak detection techniques

Some of our accreditations

We're fully trade accredited. Aspect is registered with Gas Safe, the National Association of Drainage Contractors (NADC) and the Worshipful Company of Plumbers. All our leak detection experts are vetted and trade accredited. In addition, the Aspect Guarantee covers our tradesmen's workmanship for up to 12 months.

When you book and Aspect leak detection specialist you can count on getting the professional expertise you're looking for.

Signs of leaks in your property

You could have a leak at your property if any of these signs are present: –

Higher than expected water bills
Central heating system losing pressure
Damp or discoloured patches on walls, ceilings or floors
Mould or mildew patches on walls or ceilings
Consistent dank smell somewhere in your property
Loud or hissing pipework

Need more info on our leak detection services? Someone from our team can call you. Request a callback

Water leak detection process

Initially our tradesmen will help prevent further water damage and reduce the stress it causes. After we’ve completed all relevant tests and assessments we’ll provide a comprehensive report detailing an accurate location and full extent of the problem. The report will include any hi-res photos captured during the investigation and recommendations for fixing the problem.

In addition, they can provide a no-obligation quote to fix the problem and supply appropriate drying or dehumidifying equipment if needed.

As one of London’s largest team of property maintenance companies, they can also quote for repair work once the problem has been fixed. We can help with carpentry, plastering, tiling, redecorating, relaying floors etc

In a single visit we can provide you with everything your insurance company will need to respond to a claim request.

Benefits of our leak detection service

Trace and Access Leak detection techniques

Specialist leak detection experts
Comprehensive investigation and report
Quicker than standard detection methods
Non-destructive techniques
Pinpoint the location of leaks
Guaranteed leak detection success
24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Full fix and repair service available

Areas we cover

As a guide, we have tradespeople available to work in all 32 London boroughs and the City of London, and every postcode district that’s within the M25.

If you need to book one of our tradespeople to work outside the M25, we might still be able to help. Our scheduling team will check availability and let you know if we can book the right tradesperson for you.

Submit your callback request and someone will be in touch. We’re ready to help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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Account customers

We have a dedicated team of account handlers to support multi-site customers and commercial properties: Restaurants, Bars, Offices, Retail, Landlords, Letting Agencies, Hotels, Schools, Embassies, Care Homes and more

More about our account services

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Our other leak detection pages

Our leak detection experts can be booked for a wide range of tasks. Read more about the range of services we provide here: –

Shower and bathroom leaks; bathroom leaks can be tricky to isolate, avoid unnecessary damage to tiled floors and walls with trace and access methods
Finding ceiling leaks; as well as finding plumbing leaks our experts can trace any source of water ingress such as leaking roofs or brickwork
Heating system leaks; our Gas Safe registered tradespeople can pinpoint the location of a concealed leak anywhere on a central heating system
Moisture & mould removal; before removing mould from walls be sure a leak or water ingress isn’t the cause of excess moisture that helps it to grow
Trace and access techniques; we’ve invested heavily in equipping our staff with all the trace and access methods that are favoured by insurance companies
Finding underground leaks; the no-dig techniques used to find leaks in buried pipes are extremely reliable and include acoustic equipment and tracer gas

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