A real job in Ballymena
A heating leak beneath one kitchen tile
Tracer gas located a leaking heating pipe below a kitchen floor. The engineer lifted the affected tile and repaired the leak.
Read the Ballymena job →Water leak detection in Northern Ireland
Damp patches, dropping boiler pressure or a suspected underground leak? We help homeowners and businesses arrange a specialist investigation to locate the source and discuss the next steps for repair.
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Not sure where the water is coming from?
These are common reasons to arrange specialist leak detection.
Boiler pressure keeps dropping
Pressure loss with no obvious puddle can point to concealed pipework.
Damp with no visible source
Staining or damaged finishes can appear away from the leak itself.
Flooring is lifting or warm
Water beneath a floor needs careful investigation before opening up.
Unexpected water use or sound
Running-water sounds or unusual usage can justify a closer survey.
Finding the leak and agreeing the repair
An engineer investigates the likely source, using tests suited to your property. The aim is to narrow down the leak before opening floors, walls or ground.
Engineers usually repair the leaks they find. The fault, access and work required determine what can be done, and some repairs need a separate visit. Agree the repair and any additional costs with the contractor.
Tell us before booking if you need a leak-detection report, so its scope and cost can be agreed.
“Absolutely first-rate service. They found a pipe leak behind my bathroom wall that three other plumbers missed. Non-destructive and very professional!”
Find the right help for your property
You do not need to choose a test before calling. Start with your property or the signs you have noticed; the engineer selects suitable investigation methods.
Property and leak type
- Residential leak detection →
Hidden leaks in homes and domestic pipework.
- Commercial leak detection →
Business and managed premises; discuss access and disruption needs.
- Underground leak detection →
Suspected leaks in buried water-supply pipes.
- Slab and underfloor leaks →
Concealed pipework beneath solid floors.
- Emergency leak detection →
Contact us about an urgent leak and current availability.
How leaks are investigated
- Non-destructive investigation →
Narrowing the search before access is considered.
- Thermal imaging →
Temperature patterns can help guide an investigation.
- Acoustic leak detection →
Listening for sounds that may help locate escaping water.
Pressure testing and tracer gas may also be used where appropriate. The method depends on the property and the suspected leak.
Repairs and related help
- Plumbing and burst-pipe repairs in Belfast →
Help with plumbing faults and repair enquiries.
- Water-damage restoration in Belfast →
Next steps for property affected by water damage.
- Septic tank repair →
Discuss a fault with your septic tank.
Leak detection across Northern Ireland
Explore local information and job examples, or contact us with your postcode to discuss a property elsewhere in Northern Ireland.
Coverage also includes Ballycastle, Newcastle and Portadown. Ask about your postcode when you enquire.
View all areas covered →From first contact to a booked survey
No long questionnaire. Start with a conversation about what is happening at the property.
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Tell us what you have noticed
Call us, or leave your name and phone number for a callback. Your postcode and a short description are optional.
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Discuss the survey and quote
Talk through the property, symptoms and likely survey before deciding.
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Arrange the appointment
Choose the next suitable appointment and confirm the details.
Questions before you book
How much will the investigation cost?
The quote depends on the property and investigation needed. Agree the scope, price and report requirements before booking, and ask about separate charges for access, repairs and making good.
Will floors or walls need to be opened?
Tests aim to narrow the search before anything is opened. Access may still be needed depending on the fault and property.
Will the engineer repair the leak on the same visit?
Engineers usually repair leaks, but same-visit completion cannot be promised. Agree the work and any additional cost with the contractor.
Do I need to choose a detection method?
No. Describe the symptoms and property so suitable tests can be discussed. The engineer chooses methods appropriate to the investigation.
Start with a simple conversation.
NI Leak Detection arranges appointments with independent contractors. You contract with and pay the contractor directly. We receive no commission for the introduction.