What this service addresses
Targeted testing used to narrow concealed water loss before opening walls, floors or ground.
Common signs and use cases
- The meter moves with fixtures off
- A damp area has no visible source
- Water bills rise without an obvious change
- Pressure drops or a pump cycles unexpectedly
Urgency
Active water near electricity, a rapidly spreading ceiling stain or structural movement requires urgent isolation and professional help.
What professional work typically involves
- Review symptoms and meter behaviour
- Test fixtures and accessible lines
- Use appropriate acoustic, thermal, pressure or tracer methods
- Mark likely locations and define repair access
Safety and licensed-work boundary
Detection narrows probabilities; ask what was tested, what was excluded and how confident the result is.
Price drivers
Pricing depends on time, access, diagnostic equipment, parts, repair method and restoration. Use the matching cost guide for sourced planning ranges, then compare written quotes.
Frequently asked questions
Does this page book a leak detection?
No. Aussie Plumber Guide is an editorial resource and does not perform, book or quote plumbing work.
What should the quote include?
Ask for diagnosis, exact scope, labour or fixed price, equipment, parts, GST, documentation and exclusions.
What should I do before the visit?
Record symptoms, isolate only when safe, clear access and keep previous reports, photos or product details ready.