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Acoustic Leak Detection in Belfast – Find Leaks Without Digging

Our advanced acoustic technology pinpoints hidden leaks in homes, businesses, and large pipe systems without damaging your property.

5-star reviews • Non-invasive method • Local Belfast engineers

What Is Acoustic Leak Detection?

Every leak produces a sound as water escapes under pressure. These vibrations are often too faint for the human ear but can be picked up by specialist acoustic sensors.

By listening through floors, walls, and even underground, we can pinpoint the exact location of a leak — without unnecessary digging or disruption.

We hear what you can’t — and find leaks others can’t see.

Why Choose Acoustic Leak Detection?

  • Non-invasive – no need to rip up floors or walls unnecessarily.
  • Accurate – pinpoints leaks in hidden or underground pipes.
  • Efficient – reduces investigation time and repair costs.
  • Insurance-ready – results documented with photos and acoustic readings for Trace & Access claims.

This method is especially effective when other approaches, such as visual inspection, aren’t possible.

Use Cases – Where Acoustic Detection Works Best

Acoustic leak detection is trusted across Belfast in:

  • Homes – central heating leaks under concrete floors or behind bathroom walls.
  • Commercial buildings – long pipe runs in offices, retail units, schools, or healthcare facilities.
  • Industrial sites – underground distribution pipes, large warehouses, or high-pressure systems.

👉 Related services: Underground Leak Detection Belfast, Plumbing Leak Detection Belfast.

Our Acoustic Leak Detection Process in Belfast

We keep the process clear and straightforward:

1. Initial assessment: discuss symptoms like boiler pressure loss or unexplained damp.
2. Sensor setup: acoustic microphones placed along pipe runs.
3. Leak pinpointing: identify the exact location using sound and vibration analysis.
4. Repair or plan: leaks repaired the same day where possible.
5. Reporting: photo evidence and acoustic readings supplied for insurers.

Insurance Support for Acoustic Leak Detection

Most Belfast homeowners are covered under Trace & Access insurance, which reimburses the cost of finding and exposing hidden leaks.

Our acoustic leak detection service includes:

  • Photo evidence of the leak location;
  • Acoustic data and diagnostic notes;
  • Repair summaries formatted for insurers;
  • Liaison with insurers where required.

This reduces disputes and speeds up claim approval.

Acoustic Leak Detection Examples in Belfast

In South Belfast, a homeowner noticed boiler pressure loss but no visible leak. Our engineers used acoustic microphones to trace the fault to a heating pipe beneath the kitchen floor. Only one tile was lifted, the pipe repaired, and the £2,300 cost reimbursed under Trace & Access cover.
“They used acoustic sensors to trace a leak we’d been struggling to find. Minimal disruption and fully accepted by the insurer.” – Louise, Ormeau Road
“Our retail unit had a hidden pipe leak. The acoustic test pinpointed it quickly and saved us thousands in potential water damage.” – Paul, Boucher Crescent
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FAQs – Acoustic Leak Detection Belfast

Acoustic microphones detect the sound of water escaping under pressure, even when it’s hidden behind walls or floors.

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Coverage Across Belfast

We provide acoustic leak detection across all areas of Belfast:

- South Belfast – Malone, Stranmillis, Ormeau;
- East Belfast – Ballyhackamore, Dundonald, Belmont;
- West Belfast – Andersonstown, Falls, Shankill;
- North Belfast – Cavehill, Fortwilliam, Ardoyne;
- Greater Belfast suburbs – Lisburn, Holywood, Newtownabbey.

We also provide Acoustic Leak Detection Services across Northern Ireland.
Our engineers are local, and we also cover nearby towns and cities including:

- Leak Detection Bangor;
- Leak Detection Londonderry;
- Leak Detection Lisburn;
- Leak Detection Newtownabbey.

Call us to find out how we can help you today.


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Leak Detection Northern Ireland

NI Leak Detection provides acoustic leak detection for water and heating pipework.
We survey lines with ground microphones, listening sticks, correlators, and leak noise loggers.
We mark the leak position, reduce excavation, and provide evidence for your insurer.

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Booking FormTel: Call 028 9507 1126Email: info@nileakdetection.co.ukAddress: 2 Mount Oriel, Saintfield Road, Belfast, BT8 7HR

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