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25.01.2022 This morning we attended to a swimming pool pre purchase inspection in East Ipswich, we first conducted a physical examination over the entire pool and immediately noticed cracking on the sandstone coping and a number of imperfections in the concrete shell. We photographed the defects. We then pressure tested the concealed plumbing namely from the skimmer box back to the pump and from the pump back to the return jets. Both lines DID NOT HOLD. We then hydrophoned the skimmer b...ox, return jets x 2, main drain and hydrostatic valve before entering the pool and dye testing all the above mentioned parts of the pool. Finally we conducted an in pool physical examination of the pools floor and walls looking for any cracks and or imperfections. We phoned our client on site detailing our findings, before following up with a written report, photographs and a quotation to complete both repairs. Our client was going back to the agent to negotiate a price reduction . See more

24.01.2022 This morning we were called to a residential address in Morayfield regarding a very high water consumption letter. We first checked the water meter and observed a water loss 480 litres per day. We then entered the house and noted the toilet to be running. Water was heard filling in the cistern.We isolated the toilet and then rechecked the water meter to find it now secure. We talked through our findings with our client. Our client was to engage their local plumber to attend. A small call out fee was charged.

20.01.2022 This morning we attended to 2 rural properties in Sheldon, both our clients had concealed water leaks on acreage properties. The first had a leak of 3323 litres per day, the second was 2468 litres per day. The distance from the meter meters to each of the properties was 1200 metres and 500 metres respectfully. Using tracer gas over a number of hours we located both leaks, our clients had their plumber and excavator on site to complete the repairs. A very challenging but successful outcome for both clients. Both these leaks had been ongoing for some months.

20.01.2022 This morning we were called to a residential address in Greenslopes regarding a very high water consumption letter. Our client is in his 90's. We first checked the water meter and observed a water loss 443 litres per day. We then entered the house and noted both toilets to be running. Water was heard filling in the cistern, water was seen running into the pan. We isolated both toilets and then rechecked the water meter to find it now secure. We talked through our findings with the our client and his niece then contacted a maintenance plumber to attend and replace both cisterns. A small call out fee was charged.

19.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported swimming pool leak in Albany Creek. We first tested the multiport valve on the sand filter before commencing pressure testing the concealed plumbing. We pressure tested the suction line which held pressure. We then tested the solar in lines which held pressure. We then tested the return plumbing which did not hold pressure on 3 separate tests. We then traced the line and introduced tracer gas before finding the general vicinity of the l...eak to be close to golden cane trees. These trees have a habit of causing damage to pool plumbing. We then walked through the tests conducted with our client who was on site throughout. Our client was going to complete the repairs himself. Our Client posted the following verified google review" Highly recommend these guys - very thorough, quickly identified our pool leak with pressure testing and gas detection. Very easy to deal with and reasonable pricing." See more

18.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak on a rural property in Mt Pleasant, our client reported his tank pump was constantly cycling which gave rise to a leak. He had a local plumber attend and check all the services inside the property without success. We attended and noted the pump to be cycling every 6 mins for around 10 seconds which gave rise to a smallish type leak. We conducted a pressure test on the line which failed. We then traced the line and introduced compressed... air without success. We then introduced tracer gas which gave an indication under concrete near the outside tap. With the owners consent we drilled some discrete pilot holes in the expansion joints before honing in on the likely leak location. After quoting for the repair which was accepted we use a quick cut concrete saw and removed a section of concrete path, further excavation revealed a failed 1/2" copper to poly joiner. Our licensed plumber completed the repair before testing the line to find it now secure. We backfilled the site and reinstated the concrete to save our client further expense. We provided a written report and our client took our earlier advice to contact his house insurer which will cover some of our leak detection costs. See more

18.01.2022 This afternoon we attended to a suspected upstairs bathroom leak in Heritage Park. Our client was seeing some discolouration on the ceiling and cornice movement in her kitchen which was directly below her bathroom and ensuite upstairs. We then conducted a series of tests which include a water meter test, pressure test, shower breach test, inspection behind tap and shower head cover plates, then a shower base flood dye test. These tests revealed failed waterproofing membrane in the main bathroom shower base. This was picked up by the shower flood dye test which clearly showed dye escaping in between tiles. The sound of water dripping was clearly heard in the ceiling below. A report was provided to our client who would seek advice from her insurance company. Options were discussed should the insurance company not accept the claim.

17.01.2022 Yesterday we attended to a leaking return pipe in a swimming pool in Aspley. Our client contacted us after having another contractor attend the property previously regarding leak detection. We pressure tested the return line to find a failed 50mm flexi joiner. Our licensed plumber completed the repair. We then used our cctv camera to inspect the remainder of the line as our client was concerned there were more of these flexi joiners in the return line. We were able to confirm the rest of the line was free of those joiners. We then pressure tested the return line to find that secure. We then reconnected the remainder of the return to restore the line as it was designed.

17.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Browns Plains. We used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to a large tear and a number of smaller tears on the vinyl floor all close together. We then entered the pool and dye tested the area, all of which were drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure. We then dye tested around the light and skimmer box and return which were secure.

17.01.2022 This morning we attended to a swimming pool pre purchase inspection in Albany Creek, we first conducted a physical examination over the entire pool and immediately noticed some imperfections in the coping as well as the pebblecrete interior. We photographed the defect, then we pressure tested the concealed plumbing namely from the skimmer box back to the pump and from the pump back to the return jets as well as the solar in and out. All held pressure. We then hydrophoned the ...skimmer box, return jets x 3, solar in x 2 and solar out x 1, main drain and hydrostatic valve before entering the pool and dye testing all the above mentioned parts of the pool. Finally we conducted an in pool physical examination of the pools floor and walls looking for any cracks and or imperfections. Our client attended on site and we walked through the testing conducted before completing a report outlining the above. See more

17.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Fernvale. We used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to an area adjacent to the stairs . We entered the pool and dye tested the the area and noted 5 small tears in the vinyl floor, all of which was drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure. We then walked through the tests conducted with our client who was on site throughout . https://southeastleakdetection.com.au/vinylfibreglassleaks/

17.01.2022 This morning we attended to a swimming pool pre purchase inspection in Manly West, we first conducted a physical examination over the entire pool and immediately noticed a horizontal crack in the wall of the pool. We photographed the defect, then we attempted to pressure tested the concealed plumbing namely from the skimmer box back to the pump and from the pump back to the return jets. Unfortunately due to the location of the pump and plumbing configurations this was unable ...to be completed. We entered the sub deck confined space area to inspect the pump filtration and conducted a visual inspection of the external concrete shell of the Pool. We noted and successfully pressure tested the solar in and solar out pipework, both held pressure. We then hydrophoned the skimmer box, return jets x 3, solar jets x 3 , light , main drain and hydrostatic valve before entering the pool and dye testing all the above mentioned parts of the pool including measuring the horizontal crack . Finally we conducted an in pool physical examination of the pools floor and walls looking for any cracks and or imperfections. Our client was on site throughout the testing conducted before completing a detailed report including a referral to another contractor to quote/advice re repair of the crack. See more

16.01.2022 Recently we attended to a reported pool leak in Reedy Creek, our elderly client having conducted a bucket test was confident his pool was loosing water. We tested the multi-port valve before pressure testing the return concealed plumbing to find it NOT secure. We could hear the sound of air bubbling away under concrete near the edge of the pool close to a return jet. We liaised with our client who was on site before providing a quotation to complete the repair. This morning w...e returned to complete the repair to the damaged return line. We retested the line before marking out on the concrete the section required to be removed. Using a concrete saw we removed the section on one piece before we excavated down to find a damaged "T" piece at our nominated location. Our licensed plumber re configured the pipe work before we pressure tested the entire line to find it secure. We backfilled with sand before reinstating the concrete in situ before pressure cleaned the site. We afforded our elderly customers a pensioner discount. See more

16.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak in Redland Bay, we were asked to attend to assist a local plumber in locating a concealed water leak. A water meter test revealed a leak of 261 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air before locating the general vicinity of the leak to be close to the edge of the concrete drive. We drilled a number of pilot holes at that location , then introduced tracer gas to reveal a strong gas reading at the location. Our referral plumber was on site and was completing the repair.

15.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak in Cedar Vale. A water meter test revealed a leak of 360 litres per day. A pressure test failed. After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and located the general vicinity of the leak to be under the concrete path, close to the wet lawn . The client and I could hear the sound of air bubbling away under the concrete path at that location. Our client was happy and did not require us to further hone in by introducing tracer gas and drilling pilot holes in the concrete.

15.01.2022 Yesterday we attended to a house leak in Streeton, a water meter test revealed a leak of 669 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and immediately identified the likely leak location under the concrete driveway. We quoted for the repair and then returned this afternoon to remove a section of the driveway in one piece using a concrete saw. We then located the leak immediately below being a failed copper/poly joiner. Our licensed plumber completed the repair before we tested the repair then the entire line to find it now secure. We backfilled the site with sand before replacing the section of concrete to reduce costs for our client. We provided our client with a written report and a link to her water provider to make a claim for some of the water charges caused by a concealed leak.

14.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported swimming pool leak in Victoria Point. We first tested the multi-port valve on the sand filter before commencing pressure testing the concealed plumbing. We pressure tested the return plumbing only as the water had dropped well below the skimmer box. We then used the hydrophone microphone and dye tested the skimmer box, main drain and hydrostatic valve and all spa jets and blower holes. We identified the main drain plug was leaking and replaced it and the hydrostatic valve. We then conducted an in pool examination of the pool's wall and floor looking for any signs of imperfections. Our client was briefed and in attendance through out the inspection.

13.01.2022 This morning we attended to a water leak at an inner suburban secondary college. A water meter test revealed a leak of 14400 litres per day. With the assistance of the onsite groundsman we were able to obtain some background and the layout of the plumbing which included numerous shut off valves. We attempted to introduce compressed air without success before using tracer gas, we were able to identity the highest gas reading under an asphalt carpark. We photographed the location then completed a written report before following up with our school contact about our findings.

13.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak in Redland Bay, we were asked to attend to assist a local plumber in locating a concealed water leak. A water meter test revealed a leak of 720 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air located the general vicinity of the leak to be under the concrete drive. With the owners permission, we drilled a pilot hole at that location , then introduced tracer gas to reveal a strong gas reading at the location. We contacted the plumber and updated him on the results and tests conducted. He was going to speak to the client about completing the repair.

12.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak in Sunnybank, our client had their plumber out who suggested a leak detector was required. We conducted a water meter test which revealed a very small leak. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and tracer gas and identified the likely leak location at the front of the property near the water meter. We excavated to find a failed 25 mm poly pipe joiner. Our licensed plumber completed the repair. We then tested the repair and the entire line to find it now secure. We clean up afterwards. Our client was on site throughout and was briefed as we progressed through the detection and repair.

12.01.2022 Recently we attended to a house leak in Redland Bay, a water meter test revealed a leak of 649 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and identified the likely leak location under concrete driveway. We drilled a number of pilot holes before reintroducing water and air to further confirm the location before removing a 500mm x 500mm section of concrete to locate a failed 25 mm poly pipe. We further excavated so our licensed ...plumber to complete the repair. We then tested the repair and the entire line to find the line NOT secure. We the returned this afternoon and started the process again, this time the water leak was 360 litres per day, using the same method we located a second leak under the concrete drive way . We removed another section of concrete before we located a failed 25mm poly pipe. Our licensed plumber completed the repair before retesting the line to find it now secure. We reinstated both sections of concrete before cleaning the site with a pressure cleaner. Our client had taken our earlier advice to contact his house insurer which in this case will cover some of our charges. Finally we provided assistance for our client to make a claim for a water rebate from their water provider for some of the water charges caused by a concealed leak. See more

12.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Holland Park We used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to a number of holes on the vinyl floor. We entered pool and eventually located and patched 24 holes which is un heard of. Many of these holes ranged from pin hole to small holes. All located in one part of the pool. We applied putty to each of the holes before re dye testing. We noted the skimmer box was seeping through to the outside wall. We puttied over that area to stop the leak. We completed a report for our client who was going back to the supplier of the liner to ascertain whether any warranty applies.

11.01.2022 This morning we attended to a swimming pool pre purchase inspection in Kholo, we first conducted a physical examination over the entire pool and immediately noticed a vertical crack in the wall of the pool. We photographed the defect, We then pressure tested the suction and return lines. We then attempted to test the jetvac and spa lines without success. We then used a hydrophone microphone and dye tested the skimmer, return jets x 4, spa jets x 4, blower jets, 2 lights , mai...n drain and hydrostatic valve. Finally we conducted an in pool physical examination of the pools floor and walls looking for any cracks and or imperfections. We completed the inspection before phoning our client with an update before finalising our inspection with a written report of the tests conducted including a referral to another contractor to quote/advice re repair of the crack. See more

11.01.2022 This afternoon we attended to reported water leak in Eastern Heights, a water meter test revealed a leak of 2800 litres per day. A pressure test failed , after tracing the line we introduced compressed air then tracer gas before finding the general vicinity of the leak to be under pavers near the outside toilet. we removed the pavers then excavated under the concrete to find a failed 20mm copper piped. Our licensed plumber completed the repair before testing the repair then ...the line to find the line Not secure. We then started the process again and found another leak in close proximity to the first repair. This too was repaired and tested which still showed the line NOT secure. Finally we located and repaired the 3rd leak in the line , we tested the repair then the entire line to find it now secure. We reinstated the site including the pavers. Our client did attend a couple times throughout the repair and was appreciative of resolving the issue. It is not common at all to have more than one leak in the line at any one time See more

11.01.2022 Yesterday we attended to a house leak in Redbank Plains, a water meter test revealed a leak of 900 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and identified the likely leak location under concrete near the pool pump. We drilled a number of pilot holes before reintroducing water and air to further confirm the location before removing a 500mm x 500mm section of concrete to locate a failed 25 mm copper joiner. We further excavate...d so our licensed plumber to complete the repair. We then tested the repair and the entire line to find it now secure. Our client had taken our earlier advice to contact his house insurer which in this case will cover some of our charges. Finally we provided assistance for our client to make a claim for a water rebate from their water provider for some of the water charges caused by a concealed leak. See more

11.01.2022 This afternoon we attended to an upstairs bathroom leak in Banyo. We met up with our client and obtained background information then conducted a series of tests which include a water meter test, pressure test, shower breach test, 15 minute drain test, inspection behind tap and shower head cover plates, then a shower base flood dye test. These tests revealed missing silicone behind the shower taps and shower head as well as failed waterproofing membrane under the shower base. We siliconed behind the taps and shower head then siliconed where it was clear dye was being in drawn into the corner where the shower screen door and wall meet. We noted dye leaking through the ceiling directly below then discussed our findings with options going forward with our client.

10.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Heritage Park. We then used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to a two splits on the vinyl wall. We then entered the pool and dye tested both areas which were drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure. We then dye tested around the lights to s find both secure. We then walked through the tests conducted with our client who was on site throughout .

09.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported water leak at a townhouse in Carina. A water meter test revealed a leak of 1728litres per day , a pressure test failed. We then introduced compressed air which took us to a loud sound of air coming up from the concrete in between the water meter and the house. We then introduced tracer gas which gave a gas indication at the same location. Our client was on site throughout the inspection. We complied a report and quoted for the repair. Our client was going to explore contact with their water provider as his water meter was only just replaced which may be related to the water leak

09.01.2022 This afternoon we attended to an upstairs bathroom leak in Tingalpa. We conducted a series of tests which include a water meter test, pressure test, shower breach test, 15 minute drain test, inspection behind mixer cover plate, then a shower base flood dye test. These tests indicated a failed waterproofing membrane under the shower base. We noted water dripping directly under the bathroom . We videoed the leaking water then compiled a report, then discussed our findings with options going forward with our client.

09.01.2022 This morning we attended to a water leak on a rural property in Mutdapilly. Our client who is on tank water was experiencing his submersible pump kept cycling which does indicate a leak in the line. We conducted a pressure test which confirmed the line was not secure. After tracing the line and introducing compressed air we located the leak being a failed 32mm poly to copper joiner. After repairing the leak, we pressure tested the line to now find it secure. A very relieved client indeed.

07.01.2022 Yesterday we were called to a residential address in Ipswich, our female client was concerned she had a concealed water leak, we first checked the water meter and observed no movement, we then isolated all the services being the toilets, dishwasher, washing machine and hws before conducting a pressure test to confirm the water line was secure. We then showed our client where her water meter was located and how to check herself for future reference. A small call out fee was charged which gave our client great peace of mind her water service is secure.

06.01.2022 This morning we attended to a CCTV camera inspection in Enoggera , our client had previous engaged us to investigate a previous blockage. This blockage was removed. On this occasion our client wanted the stormwater drains rechecked to ensure their integrity was intact. We traced the drain and our client was present and monitored the camera throughout the inspection. We located minor tree root intrusion which we marked on the service including the depth of the drain. Overall the drains were intact and not requiring any intervention

05.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Annerley. We pressure tested the suction lines which held pressure over a 5 minute test. We then used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to a split on the vinyl floor , as well as 3 small pin holes on the vinyl wall. We then entered the pool and dye tested both areas which were drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure. We then dye tested around the skimmer box and return jet to find both secure. We then walked through the tests conducted with our client who was on site throughout . https://southeastleakdetection.com.au/vinylfibreglassleaks/

05.01.2022 This morning we were called to a residential address in Murumba Downs regarding a very high water consumption letter. We first checked the water meter and observed a water loss of one litre every 50 seconds or around 1800 litres per day. We then entered the house and noted the only toilet in the house was constantly running , water was heard filling in the cistern, water was seen running into the pan. The toilet tap was also faulty as this toilet could not be totally isolated. We talked through our findings with the occupants of the house who are related to our client. We then compiled a report and telephoned our client outlining our results and recommended their local plumber replace the cistern and tap. A small call out fee was charged.

05.01.2022 Yesterday we returned to complete the repair to the damaged return line. We retested the line before marking out on the concrete the section required to be removed. Using a concrete saw we removed the section on one piece before we excavated down to find a damaged "T" piece at our nominated location. Our licensed plumber re configured the pipe work before we pressure tested the entire line to find it secure. We backfilled with sand before reinstating the concrete in situ before pressure cleaned the site. We afforded our elderly customers a pensioner discount.

05.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Daisy Hill. We used our Leaktrac 2400 and tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to an area under the ladder . We entered the pool and dye tested the area and noted 2 small tears in the vinyl floor under the ladder, both were drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure.

05.01.2022 This morning we attended to a reported vinyl swimming pool leak in Springfield. We pressure tested the suction and return lines which both held pressure over a 5 minute test. We then used our Leaktrac 2400 tested the integrity of the pools vinyl liner which immediately took us to a leak located around the skimmer box. We We then dye tested the the area and noted 3 small tears in the vinyl close to the skimmer box all of which was drawing dye. We patched the area before re dye testing it to find it now secure. We then walked through the tests conducted with our client who was on site throughout . https://southeastleakdetection.com.au/vinylfibreglassleaks/

05.01.2022 We then attended to a leaking fibreglass pool in Haigslea, we first pressure tested the solar in and return jets to find them secure. We then tested the multiport valve on the sand filter before removing the light and dye testing its electrical cable. Finally we entered the pool and dye tested a previous repair to the shell before dye testing the skimmer box and both solar in lets where the pipe penetrates the shell of the pool. We noted a very large leak at that location. Using epoxy putty we repaired the leak before dye testing it after is cured to find it secure. We phoned the client updating same before emailing the video footage above.

04.01.2022 Recently This morning we attended to a reported water leak at a townhouse in Carina. A water meter test revealed a leak of 1728 litres per day , a pressure test failed. We then introduced compressed air which took us to a loud sound of air coming up from the concrete in between the water meter and the house. We then introduced tracer gas which gave a gas indication at the same location. Our client was on site throughout the inspection. We complied a report and quoted for the ...repair. Our client was going to explore contact with their water provider as his water meter was only just replaced which may be related to the water leak This afternoon we returned to complete the repair , we removed a section of concrete close to the townhouse before excavating to locate a failed copper pipe, our licensed plumber completed the repair before testing the line to find it secure. We cleaned the site and provided our client assistance in seeking a rebate through their water provider for some of the water charges caused by the concealed leak.

03.01.2022 Vinyl pool leak detection at Daisy Hill

03.01.2022 This morning we attended to a house leak in Rochedale South , a water meter test revealed a leak of 2979 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and immediately identified the likely leak location at the front of the property near the water meter. We excavated to find two failed 25 mm poly joiners. Our licensed plumber to complete the repair. We then tested the repair and the entire line to find it now secure. We assisted our client to make application to Logan City Council in order to claim a rebate back for some of the water charges incurred by a concealed leak.

02.01.2022 This afternoon we attended to a house leak in Nundah, a water meter test revealed a leak of 900 litres per day. A pressure test failed, After tracing the line, we introduced compressed air and immediately identified the likely leak location at near the outside tap at the front of house. This was the subject of a previous repair in 2017 by another contractor. Given the close proximity of other services including gas and nbn, we carefully removed the concrete to locate a failed 25 mm copper joiner. We further excavated so our licensed plumber to complete the repair. We then tested the repair and the entire line to find it now secure.