Water Leak Detection Equipment: What the Tools Are and Who Needs Them
What water leak detection equipment actually does, which tools a professional carries, and the honest answer on whether it is worth buying or hiring any of it yourself.
If you’ve noticed damp patches, low boiler pressure or unexplained water use, we can help. Our engineers cover Ballymena and the wider County Antrim area, using non-destructive technology to find leaks quickly and cleanly.
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“They arrived the same day, found the leak under our hall tiles, and handled everything with the insurer.” — Julie, Ballymena
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Turn off your stopcock and isolate electrics near the leak if it’s safe. Then call 028 9581 5318 — we’ll get a technician out across Ballymena, Cullybackey, Kells, Broughshane and Ahoghill. We locate the leak, stop further damage and supply full insurance documentation.
Hidden leaks can destroy floors and plasterboard, invite mould, and drive up heating bills. If the damage spreads, insurers may class it as “gradual,” reducing what they’ll pay. We help you prove the event was sudden and accidental by detecting and documenting it quickly.
You want clarity and control — we bring both.
We pressure-test and use advanced sensors to find the exact leak point without unnecessary disruption.
Within 24 hours you receive photos, moisture readings, and a trace-and-access report for your insurer.
We make the system safe and, if required, carry out professional repairs and reinstatement.
A client's Galgorm bungalow had an underfloor concrete slab leak that seemed impossible to locate. PCLA used specialist detection equipment to pinpoint the exact location, then managed the complex claim.
When a client noticed damp patches spreading across their Ballymena semi-detached home's ceiling, PCLA stepped in. We traced the leak's origin and took control of the insurance claim process.
After a central heating leak flooded their Broughshane detached home, a client contacted PCLA. We arranged immediate repairs, gathered all evidence, and negotiated directly with their insurer.
| Service | Typical Cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Survey | From £350 | Non-destructive detection, leak repair + report |
| Complex / Multi-System | From £600 | Acoustic + thermal + tracer gas tests |
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We provide a full range of professional leak detection and reporting services for both residential and commercial clients.
We trace leaks in plumbing and supply pipes using thermal imaging, acoustic listening, and moisture mapping. This precise, non-destructive process avoids unnecessary digging or disruption.
Uneven heating or boiler pressure loss? We combine thermal imaging and tracer gas to find the leak — usually lifting only one or two tiles.
Once the leak is found, we repair it, re-pressurise, and verify with readings before reinstatement.
Thermal cameras and moisture mapping identify leaks behind walls or under baths without unnecessary disruption.
If your policy includes trace and access cover, our reports provide the clear evidence insurers require to approve your claim.
Acoustic correlation pinpoints external leaks along buried mains, saving you costly excavation.
We use non-invasive methods such as thermal imaging, acoustic listening, moisture mapping, and tracer gas detection to pinpoint leaks precisely. These techniques allow us to identify the source without breaking floors or walls — saving you time, mess, and money.
Yes. We regularly help homeowners and businesses in Ballymena, Broughshane, Ahoghill, Cullybackey, and surrounding areas. Our local team can usually attend within 24 hours, and we prioritise urgent cases to prevent further damage.
Most surveys cost between £350 and £750, depending on property size and complexity. If your policy includes Trace and Access cover, your insurer may reimburse the cost. We’ll give you a written report with photos to support your insurance claim.
Absolutely. We specialise in finding underfloor and central heating leaks, even in older Ballymena homes with buried pipework. Using thermal cameras, acoustic sensors, and pressure testing, we can identify the leak’s exact location without unnecessary disruption.
We’ll explain the cause, document our findings, and outline repair options. You’ll receive a detailed survey report you can share with your insurer. We can also handle the repair ourselves so you don’t have to juggle multiple contractors!
Plumbers are ideal for visible leaks, but hidden leaks are different. Our engineers use professional detection equipment designed to trace problems before damage spreads. Working together with your plumber, we save time, avoid guesswork, and reduce your overall repair costs.
Call PCLA to arrange your non-invasive leak detection survey today or request a free quote below.
We’ll find the leak quickly and keep your property safe.
Hidden leaks don’t fix themselves.
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(PCLA) provide leak detection and insurance claim support across Northern Ireland. Fully insured and FCA registered (FRN 933781), we work with surveyors and insurers to ensure every report and repair meets professional standards.
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If you’re dealing with a leak, these guides answer the common questions.
PCLA cover Ballymena and surrounding towns, including: Cullybackey • Kells • Broughshane • Ahoghill • Portglenone • Glenarm • Larne • Antrim Town
Did you know: Older red-brick houses in Ahoghill often suffer from corroded heating loops — thermal imaging helps locate these quickly.
We also work in the towns neighbouring Ballymena:
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