Leak Detector Ballarat
High water bill, damp walls, warm floor tiles or a meter that never stops? Most plumbers can fix a leak once they know where it is. Finding it is a different job. 1300 FINDLEAK is a specialist leak detector: we find hidden water leaks across Ballarat with pressure testing, acoustic ground microphones, thermal imaging and tracer gas, so only one small spot needs opening. One of our technicians is based in Melton, about an hour's drive from Ballarat, so we're in Ballarat regularly and can usually book you in quickly. Fixed pricing from $798 inc. GST, an insurance-ready report with every job, and a 24/7 line.
- 24/7 emergency line
- Free phone quote
- Insurance-ready report
Water leaking right now?
- Turn off the water at the meter, usually near the front boundary, and switch off the hot water system.
- Switch off the power to any area where water is near power points or lights.
- Take photos for your insurer, landlord or owners corporation, then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7.
Leak detector or plumber: who should you call?
A plumber is the right person to repair a leak, but most plumbers find leaks by cutting into walls, lifting floors or digging trenches until they see water. A specialist leak detector uses electronic equipment to find the exact spot first, so the repair is one small hole in the right place, and your insurer gets a report showing the cause.
Ballarat's housing makes leaks harder to find. Gold-rush era Victorian homes and miners' cottages in the central suburbs have old galvanised pipes under timber floors, post-war homes have ageing copper, and newer estates in Lucas, Alfredton and Delacombe sit on concrete slabs where a hot water leak can run unseen. Cold winters stress pipes and fittings, and clay soils move with the seasons.
What our leak detectors find in Ballarat
Slab and under-floor leaks
Hot and cold pipes leaking under concrete slabs and timber floors, pinpointed with thermal imaging and ground microphones.
Old galvanised and copper pipes
Corroded pipes in older homes, found by pressure testing each section and tracking the water with thermal cameras.
Underground service leaks
Leaks between the meter and the house, found with acoustic listening and tracer gas without trenching.
Shower and bathroom leaks
Failed membranes, floor wastes and pipes in the wall, found with flood and dye testing.
Hot water leaks
Leaking hot water lines that keep the system running, traced with thermal imaging.
Commercial and rural lines
Long private mains on commercial sites and larger blocks, tested section by section.
Watch: how our leak detectors work
A short overview of 1300 FINDLEAK's leak detection service: our team, our vans and the electronic equipment we use to find hidden water and gas leaks above and below ground without digging up floors, walls or yards.
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How much does a leak detector cost in Ballarat?
Covers the first hour on site, inc. GST. Most single leaks are found within that hour.
For extra time, if needed, such as multiple leaks, long underground lines or large properties. 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.
How it works
- Call or book online
Call 1300 346 353, 24/7, for a free phone quote, or book online. Tell us what you've noticed and when it started. - Meter and pressure tests
We check the meter, isolate fixtures and pressure test each line to find which pipe is leaking. - Pinpoint and mark
Acoustic, thermal, tracer gas and moisture readings confirm the exact spot, which we mark. - Report and repair
You get an insurance-ready report with photos. Your plumber or builder can fix the right spot from it, or ask us to quote the repair and we'll book a return visit to complete it.
Signs you need a leak detector in Ballarat
| Sign | Likely cause | How we find it |
|---|---|---|
| Water bill much higher than usual | A hidden leak on your side of the meter | Meter test, pressure testing and acoustic listening |
| Warm or wet patch on a tiled floor | Hot water pipe leaking under the slab | Thermal imaging and acoustic ground microphones |
| Soggy lawn or sinking path | Leaking underground service pipe | Acoustic listening and tracer gas |
| Damp wall or bubbling paint | Pipe or fitting leaking inside the wall | Thermal imaging and moisture mapping |
| Stain on the ceiling below a bathroom | Leaking shower, floor waste or pipe | Flood and dye testing and thermal imaging |
| Meter moving with every tap off | Hidden leak anywhere on the property | Meter test, section isolation and pressure testing |
High Central Highlands Water bill? Hidden leaks and your water retailer
A slow hidden leak can add hundreds of dollars to a water bill before anyone notices. If your bill has jumped, or the meter moves with every tap off, call us to find the leak before it does more damage.
Central Highlands Water supplies Ballarat. Leaks on your side of the meter are the owner's responsibility. Under its unexplained high usage and undetected leaks policy, eligible customers can get a rebate of 50% of the estimated water lost, if there has been no leak rebate at the property in the past five years and the leak is repaired promptly. A plumber's report or invoice is needed as evidence. Our report shows where the leak was and what caused it, which supports your application. Read our guide to high water bills and hidden leaks.
Homeowners, landlords, plumbers and businesses
We work for homeowners, landlords, property managers, owners corporations, builders, plumbers and insurance loss adjusters across Ballarat. Many plumbers call us to find the leak so they can quote and repair it. For rentals, we arrange access with tenants and send the report straight to the owner or property manager.
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Leak detector FAQs
How much does a leak detector cost in Ballarat?
Leak detection in Ballarat starts from $798 inc. GST for the first hour on site, including pressure testing, acoustic listening, thermal imaging and tracer gas where needed, and an insurance-ready PDF report. Extra time, if needed, is $198 per hour. We give you a free phone quote before we book.
What's the difference between a leak detector and a plumber?
A plumber repairs pipes. A leak detector specialises in finding hidden leaks with electronic equipment, without cutting or digging to look for them. Many plumbers call us to find the leak first, then do the repair from our report.
How do I check if I have a hidden leak?
Turn off every tap, appliance and the irrigation, then read your water meter and check it again after 30 minutes without using any water. If the numbers have moved, or the small dial is turning, water is escaping somewhere on your side of the meter.
Can Central Highlands Water help with my bill?
Central Highlands Water may be able to help. Under its unexplained high usage and undetected leaks policy, eligible customers can get a rebate of 50% of the estimated water lost, if there has been no leak rebate at the property in the past five years and the leak is repaired promptly. A plumber's report or invoice is needed as evidence. Our report shows where the leak was and what caused it, which supports your application.
Do you repair leaks as well?
Yes, if you'd like us to. Our first visit is about finding the leak: we mark it, explain the cause and give you a report. Many plumbers, builders and property managers then do their own repairs. If you want us to fix it, we'll quote the repair and return at another time to complete it, often with trusted independent trades.
Will my report help with an insurance claim?
Yes. Every job includes a PDF report with photos, thermal images, readings and the cause of the leak. Insurers use it to assess resultant damage, and property managers use it to organise the repair.
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