Brisbane QLD · 24/7 emergency leak and burst pipe detection
Emergency Leak Detection Brisbane
Water through a ceiling, a burst pipe you can't find, a meter spinning with every tap off or a gas smell? Call 1300 FINDLEAK on 1300 346 353, 24/7. We find emergency water leaks and burst pipes across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands in walls, ceilings, slabs and underground pipes with pressure testing, acoustic ground microphones, thermal imaging and tracer gas, so the damage is stopped at the right spot instead of cutting holes to look for it. From $398 inc. GST, with an insurance-ready report with every job.
Emergency right now? Do this first
- Turn off the water at the meter, usually near the front boundary, and switch off the hot water system. In an apartment, use your unit's isolation valve or ask building management.
- Switch off the power to any area where water is near power points or lights. If you smell gas, leave the area and call your gas distributor or 000.
- Take photos for your insurer, then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7.
Why call a leak detector in an emergency?
In an emergency the instinct is to start cutting into walls or digging up the yard to find the water. That usually adds damage and cost. Water travels along slabs, through wall cavities and under floor coverings, so the wet patch is often metres from the break. A leak detector finds the exact spot first, so the repair is one small opening in the right place.
Brisbane properties bring their own challenges: slab-on-ground homes with water lines in the concrete, Queenslanders and older homes with long underground runs to the meter, apartment and body corporate buildings where a leak shows up floors below, and acreage properties with buried mains on the city's edge.
Burst pipe in Brisbane? What we do
A burst pipe you can see is a job for any plumber. A burst you can't see is where we come in: water running under the slab, inside a wall or ceiling, or underground between the meter and the house, a meter that keeps spinning with every tap off, or a water bill that has suddenly jumped.
- We find it fast. Pressure testing, acoustic listening, thermal imaging and tracer gas pinpoint the burst without digging up the yard or cutting open walls.
- We show you exactly where. The spot is marked on site and in a written report with photos for your plumber, insurer, body corporate or water provider.
- Repairs are quoted separately. We can quote and book the repair as a return visit, or your own plumber can fix it straight from our marked location.
Water pouring out right now? Turn off the water at the meter first (see the steps above), then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7.
Common emergency leaks and how we find them
Burst pipes in walls and ceilings
Water through a ceiling or bubbling paint. Thermal cameras and moisture meters track it back to the burst.
Slab leaks
Warm or wet floors and a hot water system that never stops. Pressure testing and thermal imaging locate the leak in the slab.
Underground water mains
A spinning meter or a soggy patch in the yard. Acoustic ground microphones and tracer gas find the break without trenching.
Apartment and body corporate leaks
Water coming through from the unit or level above. We test the likely sources and report for the body corporate and insurer.
How much does emergency leak detection cost in Brisbane?
Covers the first hour on site, inc. GST. Most single leaks are found within that hour.
For extra time, if needed. We'll tell you before going past the first hour.
Pressure testing, acoustic listening, thermal imaging and tracer gas where needed, plus an insurance-ready PDF report.
Found or you don't pay.* See Brisbane leak detection pricing
*If we can't find the leak, you don't pay for the inspection. Ask for details when you book or read our guarantee terms.
How it works
- Make it safe and call
Turn off the water and power where needed, then call 1300 346 353. We'll talk you through it and book the first available technician. - We find the leak
Our Brisbane technician tests the system and pinpoints the leak with the right equipment for the job. - We mark it and report
The exact spot is marked on site, and you get a written report with photos and thermal images. - Get it repaired
We can quote the repair as a separate return visit, or your own plumber can fix it from our marked location.
Signs of an emergency leak
| Sign | Likely cause | How we find it |
|---|---|---|
| Water pouring through the ceiling | Burst pipe, failed joint or shower above | Thermal imaging, moisture mapping and pressure testing |
| Water across a tiled or concrete floor | Burst pipe in the slab or a wall | Pressure testing and thermal imaging |
| Meter spinning with every tap off | Underground main or concealed pipe leak | Acoustic ground microphones and tracer gas |
| Wet patch or sinkhole in the yard | Burst underground water main | Acoustic listening and tracer gas |
| Hot water system running constantly | Hot water leak in the slab or wall | Thermal imaging and pressure testing |
Emergency leaks, insurance and your water bill
Most home insurance policies cover the damage a sudden leak causes, but not always the cost of finding it, and insurers want to know the cause. Our report shows where the leak is, what caused it and photos of the damage, which is what insurers and assessors ask for.
Brisbane and Ipswich are supplied by Urban Utilities, which may offer financial assistance for a concealed leak once it's been repaired. Logan and the Redlands are supplied by their councils' water services, which have their own leak policies. In each case you'll usually need evidence of where the leak was and that it's been fixed, and our report covers the first part. Read our guide to claiming a water bill leak credit.
Homeowners, body corporates and businesses
We work for homeowners, landlords, property managers, body corporate managers, builders and businesses across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands, day or night.
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Emergency leak detection Brisbane FAQs
What should I do first in a leak emergency?
Turn off the water at the meter and the hot water system, switch off power to any wet areas, take photos for your insurer, then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7. If you smell gas, leave the area and call your gas distributor or 000.
How much does emergency leak detection cost in Brisbane?
From $398 inc. GST for the first hour on site, then $168 per hour if more time is needed. The report is included. Found or you don't pay: if we can't find the leak, you don't pay for the inspection.
Do you fix burst pipes?
We find and mark the leak first. Any repair is quoted separately and booked as a return visit, or your own plumber can fix it straight from our marked location and report.
Can you find a burst pipe without digging up the yard or slab?
Usually, yes. Acoustic ground microphones, tracer gas, pressure testing and thermal imaging pinpoint most leaks so the repair is one small opening in the right place.
Will my insurance cover leak detection?
Many policies cover the resulting damage, and some cover the cost of finding the leak. Check your policy. Our insurance-ready report shows the cause, location and damage, which is what insurers ask for.
Do you cover Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands?
Yes. We cover Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands at the same price, from $398 inc. GST for the first hour on site, 24/7.
Leak emergency in Brisbane? Call 1300 346 353, 24/7.
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I'm Oliver Schulze, the director of 1300 FINDLEAK, a family-run company committed to solving all your gas and water leak problems. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest standards in customer outcomes and satisfaction, ensuring reliable and professional service every time.
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