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Specialist Diagnostic Equipment
Leak Detection in Atwell
Leak detection in Atwell for hidden water leaks behind walls, under floors and out in the yard. It is one of Epi’s two specialist services, backed by 10 years in the trade and a free quote before any work starts. He tracks each leak to its source with specialist tools, so as little as possible gets opened up.
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- ThermalImaging CameraSpots Temperature Changes
- Acoustic LeakDetectorHears Escaping Water
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Hidden Water Leaks
Leaks Pinpointed Before Anything Is Opened Up
Most water leaks start where you can’t see them, inside a wall, under a floor or along a pipe buried in the yard. By the time a stain or a soggy patch shows up, water may have been escaping for weeks. A rising water bill is often the first clue.
Epi uses a thermal imaging camera, an acoustic leak detector and a moisture meter to narrow the leak down to one spot. Once the source is found, Epi repairs it as a licensed plumber in Atwell with plumbing licence PL11241.
Leak detection suits homeowners with a bill that has jumped, landlords with a tenant reporting damp, and restoration companies who need the cause on record. Every job can come with photos, findings and a written leak detection report.
That report sets out where the leak was, what caused it and the scope of works to fix it. It gives an insurer or a property manager the facts in one place, without anyone having to guess.
What to Look For
Signs of a Hidden Water Leak
A hidden leak gives itself away in a few different ways. The sign you notice tells Epi which tool to reach for first and where to start looking.
Leaking Supply Pipe
What you noticeA water bill that jumps for no reason, or a meter that keeps turning with every tap turned off.
How Epi fixes itThe acoustic leak detector listens along the line for escaping water, then the damaged section is repaired.
Pipe Leak in a Wall
What you noticeDamp patches, bubbling paint, stains or mould on a wall or ceiling, often near a bathroom or kitchen.
How Epi fixes itThermal imaging and moisture readings trace the wet area back to the pipe, so the repair starts in the right place.
Leak Under a Floor
What you noticeLifting tiles, swollen skirting boards, a musty smell or damp carpet with no spill to explain it.
How Epi fixes itHeat and moisture readings across the floor show where the water is coming from before anything is lifted.
Buried Pipe Leak
What you noticeA patch of lawn that never dries out, green grass in the middle of summer or pavers starting to sink.
How Epi fixes itThe acoustic leak detector picks up the sound of water under the ground, so digging starts in the right spot.
Running Toilet or Tap
What you noticeA toilet that keeps trickling into the bowl, or a tap that still drips after it is turned off hard.
How Epi fixes itThe worn valve, washer or seal is found and replaced, which often stops the meter turning.
Local Feedback
Reviews From Local Homes
Epi is 5-Star Rated on Google. Read a few reviews from homeowners he has worked for.
5-Star Rated on Google
Epi was quick and efficient. Changed out the tap and noticed that one of the other hoses under our sink was worn. Caught it before it burst and saved us a big clean up and bill. Good quality work and reliable, use him for all our maintenance and Reno's from now on.
Had my whole house in Yanchep plumbed by him and his team and couldn’t be happier with the work. Great service, quality workmanship and easy to deal with throughout the job. Would happily recommend them to anyone needing a plumber!
Outstanding Service – Highly Recommended
I couldn’t be happier with the service provided. From start to finish, the plumber was professional, reliable, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable. The quality of the workmanship was excellent, and everything was completed with great attention to detail.
They took the time to explain the work clearly, answered all my questions, and made sure everything was done properly. It’s refreshing to deal with someone who takes pride in their work, genuinely cares about their customers, and goes above and beyond expectations.
If you’re looking for a trustworthy plumber who delivers quality work and outstanding customer service, I highly recommend them. I wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again.
Top class service from start to finish, highly recommend!
Tools of the Trade
Specialist Kit, Less Damage
Each tool finds a leak in a different way, and using them together narrows the search. The aim is always to find the source while opening up as little as possible.
Thermal Imaging Camera
Shows temperature differences across walls, floors and ceilings, where water from a leaking pipe often stands out.
Acoustic Leak Detector
Picks up the sound of water escaping from a pressure pipe, even under paving or lawn.
Moisture Meter
Measures how wet a wall or floor really is, so the damp area can be mapped before anything is touched.
Leak Repair
Once the source is found, the damaged pipe, joint or fitting is repaired and the line is tested again.
Leak Detection Reports
Photos, findings and a scope of works in a written report, ready for an insurer or a property manager.
Homes, Rentals & Insurance Work
Homeowners, landlords, property managers and restoration companies get the same careful search and clear findings.
What Happens Next
From First Call to Leak Fixed
Five steps from the first call to a repaired pipe. You see what Epi found and know the price before any repair starts.
Describe the Leak
Call or send the form with what you have noticed, where it is and your suburb.
Track It Down
Thermal imaging, acoustic and moisture readings narrow the leak down to one spot.
Free Quote
Epi walks you through what he found and quotes the repair for free. Nothing starts until you say yes.
Repair the Pipe
The leaking pipe, joint or fitting is repaired with as little opening up as the job allows.
Test & Report
The line is tested and the meter checked again. Photos and a written report follow if you need them, and the work carries a 12 month guarantee.
Early Warning
Catching a Leak Before It Spreads
A meter check every few months is the simplest way to catch a hidden leak early. Do it with every tap off, and keep an eye on each water bill for a jump you can’t explain.
Look under sinks and vanities now and then for drips, rust marks or swollen cupboard bases. Flexible hoses on taps and toilets wear out with age, and a worn hose can split without warning.
Listen for a toilet that keeps trickling after a flush. Outside, notice any patch of garden that stays wet when the rest has dried out. Small signs like these are far easier to fix early.
If you are going away for a while, turning the water off at the meter is a simple safeguard. A leak that starts while the house is empty then has nothing to feed it.
The Performax Difference
Leaks Found Properly, Not Guessed At
Guessing at a leak means holes in the wrong places and a repair that may miss the real fault. Here is how Epi goes about it instead.
Less Damage to Walls and Floors
Specialist tools narrow the search before anything is opened, so the repair goes where the leak actually is.
The Real Source, Found
Epi tracks the water back to where it starts, instead of patching the stain where it shows.
Reports for Insurance Claims
Photos, findings, a scope of works and a written report for an insurer, a restoration company or a property manager.
12 Month Guarantee
Leak repairs come with a 12 month guarantee on parts and labour. Any fault with the work in that time is put right.
Free Quote Before Repairs
The price is set out in a free quote before any repair starts. Nothing goes ahead without your say.
Licensed Plumber PL11241
Epi holds plumbing licence PL11241 and brings 10 years in the trade to every leak he repairs.
- 10+ Years’ Experience
- 5★ Rated on Google
- $20M Public Liability
- 12 Month Guarantee
Before You Call
Questions About Leak Detection
Plain answers on finding hidden leaks, repairs and reports for insurers. Can’t see the question you have? Call or send the form.
How do you find a hidden water leak in Atwell?
Leak detection starts with what you have noticed, then the thermal imaging camera, acoustic leak detector and moisture meter narrow the search. Each tool picks up a different sign of escaping water, so together they point to one spot. Epi then shows you where the leak is before any repair starts.
Will you need to open up walls or floors?
Sometimes a small opening is needed to reach the pipe for the repair. The point of leak detection is to find the exact spot first, so that opening is as small as possible and in the right place. You hear what needs opening and why before anything is touched.
How can I tell if I have a water leak?
Turn off every tap and water-using appliance, note the three red numbers on the meter, then check again after 15 minutes. If they have moved, water is escaping somewhere and it is worth a proper look.
Can you supply a leak detection report for my insurer?
Yes. Epi can provide photos, his findings, a scope of works and a written report for an insurance claim, a restoration company or a property manager. The insurer decides what the policy covers, and the report gives them the facts to decide on.
Do you repair the leak once it’s found?
Yes. Once the source is found, Epi repairs the pipe, joint or fitting and tests the line again. The repair comes with a 12 month guarantee on parts and labour.
Do you charge to quote for leak detection in Atwell?
No, every quote is free. Small jobs can often be talked through over the phone, and bigger ones get a look on site so the quote matches the work.
Talk to Epi
Think There Is a Hidden Leak?
Tell Epi what you have noticed, where it is and your suburb. If the meter test showed movement, mention that too. Every quote is free.
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Where Epi Works
Finding Leaks From Cockburn to Mandurah
Epi tracks down hidden leaks across the Cockburn, Kwinana, Rockingham and Mandurah areas, from Atwell and Cockburn Central to Baldivis and Secret Harbour. Not sure if your suburb is covered? Ask when you call.
- Atwell
- Success
- Cockburn Central
- Treeby
- Aubin Grove
- Hammond Park
- Jandakot
- South Lake
- Banjup
- Beeliar
- Wandi
- Baldivis
- Rockingham
- Karnup
- Singleton
- Golden Bay
- Secret Harbour
- Madora Bay
- Lakelands
- Mandurah