Slab Leak Detection in British Columbia
Advanced non-destructive detection of water leaks beneath concrete slabs, foundations, and driveways. Protect your home from structural damage with precise slab leak location services.
What is a Slab Leak?
A slab leak occurs when water or sewer pipes running beneath your concrete foundation develop cracks, corrosion, or breaks. These hidden leaks can cause severe structural damage, foundation erosion, mold growth, and dramatically increased water bills if left undetected.
Slab leaks are particularly dangerous because they remain invisible until significant damage has already occurred. Water continuously escapes beneath your foundation, eroding soil, weakening structural support, and creating the perfect environment for mold and mildew.
Common Signs of Slab Leaks
- •Unexplained water pooling in your yard or around your foundation
- •Hot spots on floors indicating a hot water line leak beneath the slab
- •Dramatically increased water bills without explanation
- •Sound of running water when all fixtures are turned off
- •Cracks in walls or floors caused by foundation shifting
- •Musty odors or mold growth due to persistent moisture
- •Low water pressure indicating a significant leak in the system
- •Damp carpets or flooring near the foundation perimeter
Our Slab Leak Detection Process
At UndergroundWaterLeak.ca, we use advanced non-destructive technology to pinpoint slab leaks with precision, eliminating the need for exploratory excavation or breaking through your foundation unnecessarily.
1. Acoustic Leak Detection
We use sensitive acoustic equipment to listen for the distinctive sound signature of water escaping from pipes beneath your slab. This technology can detect even small leaks through concrete and soil.
2. Pressure Testing
We isolate sections of your under-slab plumbing and conduct pressure tests to identify which lines are compromised, narrowing down the leak location.
3. Thermal Imaging
For hot water line leaks, we use infrared thermal imaging to detect temperature variations in your flooring, revealing the exact location of the leak.
4. Tracer Gas Detection
We introduce non-toxic tracer gas into your plumbing system. The gas escapes at the leak point and is detected at the surface with sensitive equipment, providing pinpoint accuracy.
5. GPS Documentation & Reporting
We provide detailed reports with GPS coordinates, photos, and documentation suitable for insurance claims and repair contractors.
Why Choose Non-Destructive Slab Leak Detection?
Traditional slab leak detection methods often involved breaking through multiple areas of your foundation in a trial-and-error approach. Our advanced technology eliminates this destructive, expensive process.
Save Money
Minimize repair costs by breaking only where the leak actually exists
Save Time
Quick detection means faster repairs and less disruption to your life
Protect Your Property
Avoid unnecessary damage to floors, foundations, and landscaping
Insurance Documentation
Comprehensive reports support your insurance claims
Slab Leak Causes in BC Homes
British Columbia's unique soil conditions and seismic activity contribute to slab leak development:
- • Soil Shifting: BC's clay-rich soils expand and contract with moisture changes, stressing under-slab pipes
- • Seismic Activity: Minor earthquakes and ground movement can stress pipe joints and connections
- • Pipe Corrosion: Older copper pipes corrode from the outside due to soil chemistry
- • Poor Installation: Inadequate pipe support or sharp bends create pressure points
- • Water Pressure: Excessive water pressure accelerates pipe wear
Service Areas
We provide professional slab leak detection services throughout Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Delta, Langley, and surrounding communities.
Emergency Slab Leak Detection
Slab leaks require immediate attention to prevent catastrophic foundation damage. We offer emergency detection services to identify and document your leak quickly, allowing repair work to begin without delay.
Call 604-239-9934 for immediate slab leak detection services.
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