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Roof Leak Detection Brisbane
Ceiling stain, a drip every time it storms, or a roof leak your roofer can't find? 1300 FINDLEAK traces roof, box gutter, balcony and skylight leaks across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands to the exact entry point with thermal imaging, drones and controlled water testing, without pulling the roof apart. From $398 inc. GST for the first hour, an insurance-ready report with every job, and a 24/7 emergency line.
Water coming through the ceiling right now?
- Put a bucket under the drip and move furniture, rugs and electronics away from the water.
- If the ceiling is sagging or water is near a light fitting, switch off power to that area and keep clear.
- Take photos for your insurer or body corporate manager, then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7. Don't climb onto a wet roof.
Why roof leaks in Brisbane are so hard to find
Rain rarely comes through the ceiling directly below where it gets in. It runs along tiles and metal sheets, then along sarking, battens and rafters, sometimes for several metres, before it soaks through the plaster. That is why patching the spot above the stain so often fails.
Brisbane's weather and housing make it harder still. Heavy summer storms push wind-driven rain under flashings and laps and overflow box gutters, so a roof may only leak in certain storms. Queenslanders with long verandah roofs, post-war homes with tiled roofs and apartment blocks with flat membrane roofs each tend to fail in different places, so we test each likely entry point rather than guess.
Roof leak detection services in Brisbane
Tiled, slate and terracotta roofs
Cracked or slipped tiles, worn pointing, rusted valley irons and failed ridge caps. We check from inside the roof space and from above, then water test the suspect area.
Metal roofs and flashings
Worn screw washers, rusted or lifted sheets, open laps, failed flashings and leaking pipe and flue penetrations. Water can travel metres along a sheet before it drips.
Box gutters, parapets and flat roofs
Blocked or undersized box gutters, missing overflows, parapet cappings and split membranes on terraces, extensions and apartment buildings.
Balconies and decks
Failed membranes, poor falls, leaking door sills and perimeter flashings let water into the room or unit below. We map the moisture and flood test to prove the source.
Roof space inspections
We follow the water trail across sarking, rafters and insulation with thermal cameras and moisture meters, so we know where to look outside.
Drone and body corporate inspections
Our drone photographs roofs that are steep, fragile or too high to walk, including apartment and commercial roofs, and the report shows body corporate managers exactly where the problem is.
Watch: finding an intermittent roof leak
In this video from one of our Melbourne jobs, we investigate a roof that only leaked in heavy rain at a newly built home in Beaumaris, Melbourne. The ceiling was dry when we arrived, so we used thermal imaging and a controlled water test on the roof section above. We found a spreader sitting over a sheet lap and an apron flashing with only 60 mm of cover, well short of the recommended 150 mm, which let water in during heavy rain. We use the same methods on roofs across Brisbane.
Watch on YouTube (5:23)
How much does roof leak detection cost in Brisbane?
Covers the first hour on site, inc. GST. Most single roof leaks are found within that hour.
For extra time, if needed, such as multiple leaks, large homes or apartment and commercial roofs. We'll tell you before going past the first hour.
Thermal imaging, moisture meters, drone inspection where needed, water or dye testing, 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 when the leak shows up, such as heavy rain or wind from one direction. - We inspect inside and out
We check the ceiling and roof space, photograph the roof by drone and use thermal cameras and moisture meters to track the water. - We prove the entry point
We water test one section at a time until the leak shows, then mark it and explain the cause. - Report and repair
You get an insurance-ready report with photos. Your roofer, builder or body corporate manager can use it to fix the right spot, or ask us to quote the repair and we'll book a return visit to complete it.
Common roof leak problems in Brisbane
| Sign | Likely cause | How we find it |
|---|---|---|
| Stain or drip on the ceiling after rain | Cracked tile, lifted sheet, failed flashing or a blocked valley | Roof space inspection, thermal imaging and water testing |
| Water only comes in during storms or wind-driven rain | Overflowing box gutter, wind-driven rain under tiles or flashings | Flood testing of gutters and drone inspection |
| Leak where a verandah or patio roof meets the house | Failed flashing or a gap at the roof join | Water testing, moisture mapping and thermal imaging |
| Damp or bubbling paint under a balcony | Failed membrane, poor falls or a leaking door sill | Moisture meters and flood testing |
| Water in the top-floor unit of an apartment block | Split roof membrane, blocked outlet or failed penetration | Drone inspection, thermal imaging and flood testing |
| Water inside after a hailstorm | Cracked tiles or sheets, blocked gutters or damaged flashings | Drone inspection, thermal imaging and water testing |
| Stain that appears when it hasn't rained | A leaking pipe, hot water unit or shower, not the roof | Thermal imaging, acoustic listening and pressure testing |
Roof leaks, storms, body corporates and insurance
Insurers and body corporate managers usually want to know where the water is getting in and why before they approve repairs. After a storm, our report gives them the entry point, the cause and photos, so the right trade fixes the right spot.
In apartment buildings, a leak into a top-floor unit often comes from the common roof, a box gutter or a balcony above. Who pays can depend on where the leak starts, and our report helps your body corporate manager decide who fixes what.
Homeowners, landlords and body corporates
We work for homeowners, landlords, property managers, body corporate managers, builders and businesses across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands.
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Roof leak detection Brisbane FAQs
How much does roof leak detection cost in Brisbane?
$398 inc. GST for the first hour on site across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Redlands, then $168 an hour if more time is needed. We'll tell you before going past the first hour.
Why is my ceiling leaking when the roof looks fine?
Water often gets in well away from the stain. It can run along a sheet, batten or rafter for several metres before it drips through, and faults like a worn screw washer or a cracked flashing are hard to see from the ground.
Can you find a roof leak when it isn't raining?
Usually, yes. We use controlled water testing to recreate the rain on one section of roof at a time, while moisture meters and thermal imaging show where the water travels inside.
Why does my roof only leak in some storms?
Brisbane's summer storms bring heavy rain and strong wind in a short time. Wind-driven rain can be pushed under flashings and laps, and box gutters can overflow when they can't drain fast enough, so the leak only shows in certain conditions.
Will the report help with an insurance or body corporate claim?
Our report shows where the water is getting in, the likely cause and photos, which is what insurers and body corporate managers usually ask for. Whether a claim is accepted is up to your insurer.
Do you repair the roof 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 roofers, 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.
Roof leaking in Brisbane? We'll pinpoint it.
Free phone quote, fixed pricing from $398 inc. GST, and a 24/7 emergency line.
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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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