Mould Inspection Melbourne
We find the moisture that's feeding it.
Mould coming back after cleaning, a musty smell, or a damp patch on a wall or ceiling? We find the moisture that's feeding it, whether that's a hidden leak, the shower, the roof, rising damp or condensation, with thermal imaging and moisture mapping. Then you get a report, so the fix and the cleanup both last.
- Free phone quote
- No holes cut to find it
- Report for your landlord or agent
- 24/7 emergency line
Thermal imaging and moisture mapping. No holes cut to find it.
Trusted by Australia's largest builders, agencies and strata managers
Sound familiar? We find these every week.
The damp and mould problems Melbourne renters, landlords and homeowners call us about most. Tap yours to get a fast quote.
Behind wardrobes, cupboards or in bedrooms
We moved the wardrobe and the wall behind it was covered in mould.
Mould behind furniture is often a leak or damp coming through the wall, not just poor airflow. We find out which.
Damp walls near the bathroom
The wall on the other side of the shower is damp and the paint is bubbling.
A leaking shower or pipe can feed mould in the next room for years. We test the shower and pipes without pulling the tiles off.
Ceiling mould after rain
Every time it rains, the mould on the ceiling gets worse.
Mould that grows after rain usually means water is getting in from the roof, a balcony or a window. We find the entry point.
Condensation or a leak?
It's worse in winter. Is it condensation, or is something leaking?
Condensation and leaks look the same on the surface. Thermal imaging and moisture readings tell them apart, and we tell you which it is.
Rental and landlord disputes
Our landlord says it's our fault for not opening the windows.
Our report shows where the moisture is coming from, with photos and readings, so the tenant, landlord and agent are working from the same facts.
Damp at the bottom of the walls
The skirting is swelling and the bottom of the wall is always damp.
Rising damp, garden beds built up against the wall or a leaking pipe can all cause it. We find which one is feeding the mould.
What you see is only half the story.
Mould on the surface is only the symptom. Thermal imaging and moisture mapping show the water behind it, so we go straight to the source.
Mould needs water. We find where it's coming from.
Mould grows where there's moisture. Clean it without fixing the water and it grows back. We find the source, whether that's a hidden leak, a leaking shower, the roof, rising damp or condensation, and give you a report so the fix and the cleanup both last.
- Non-invasive: thermal imaging and moisture mapping. No holes cut to find it.
- Leak or condensation? We tell you which, and what needs fixing.
- We don't remove mould. We find why it's there, so the cleanup lasts.
- Licensed and fully insured (VIC Lic 105159).
Not "it's somewhere in there". A report you can act on.
Every inspection ends with a written report, usually sent the same day or next business day, showing exactly what we tested, what we found and what needs fixing.
The exact location
Marked on site and shown in photos.
Thermal and photo evidence
Proof of what we tested and found.
The cause
In plain English, referencing building standards.
A repair scope
So the right trade can quote the fix.
Accepted by the people you'll deal with:
Leak Detection Report| Technician | Licensed leak detector |
| Methods used | Thermal imaging, moisture mapping |
| Leak located | Yes, marked on site |
| Source | Leaking shower waste behind the bedroom wall |
| Recommended repair | Plumber to repair the shower waste, then clean up the mould |
| Moisture readings | Elevated in the bedroom wall behind the wardrobe |
| Next steps | Landlord or agent to arrange the repair from this report |
It kept coming back. We found why.
Moisture kept coming through a wall at ground level. Testing found soil had been built up in the garden bed outside over the years, letting moisture in through a likely defect in the foundation.
Water had been coming through an apartment wall for several years. Testing traced it to a cracked planter box wall in the apartment above, plus a window not closing flush with its frame.
The owners of a four-year-old shower had tried several companies. Water was constantly sitting under the tiles. Our testing found there was no puddle flange at the drain, so water had nowhere to go but under the floor.
When you call, you get the people who own the business.
1300 FINDLEAK is run by the Schulze family. Founder Mason Schulze is a plumber with more than 10 years in the trade, and Directors Oliver and Michael Schulze bring building and civil specialist experience. It's our name on every report, so we stand behind every one.
Our technicians only do leak detection. They carry thermal cameras, acoustic ground microphones, tracer gas, moisture meters and drain cameras on every job, and they're trained to explain what they find in plain English.
- Teams based in Parkdale and Moorooduc, covering all of Melbourne
- Pre-approved 30-day accounts for agencies, strata and owners corporations
- Fully insured, with certificates of currency on our website
Home and business owners choose us.
"Daniel was exceptional in using specialist equipment to triangulate the leak to an underground burst pipe... Bonus points to the Findleak team for coming out the same day we called."
Joan · Google review"Oliver diagnosed our leak in approximately 30mins. Their experience and equipment puts them a step ahead of the game."
Mark · Google review"Michael generated the report that evening and sent it to my email that night."
Lynne · Google reviewYou'll know the price before we arrive.
Residential, metro Melbourne
- All detection equipment the job needs
- Leak located and marked
- Written report with photos
- No call-out or travel surprises
Price guide
| Service | From (inc GST) |
|---|---|
| Moisture source inspection, first hour | $398 |
| Each extra hour | $198 |
| Written report with photos | Included |
Property managers, strata and owners corporations: ask about pre-approved 30-day accounts. See Melbourne pricing
From "where is it?" to fixed in the right spot.
Call or book
Tell us what's happening. We'll give you a free phone quote and the next available time, often the same day.
We find it
A licensed technician maps the moisture with thermal imaging and moisture meters, and tests the likely sources. No holes cut to find it.
We show you
We mark the spot, explain the cause on site, and send your written report with photos.
It gets fixed
Your plumber or builder fixes the source from the report, then the mould can be cleaned up for good.
Three taps and we'll call you back.
Prefer not to call? Answer three quick questions and send your details. Our team will call you back with a price and the next available time.
- Takes under a minute
- Goes straight to our booking team
- Emergency? Call 1300 346 353, we answer 24/7
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Help us find it faster
- Take photos of the mould before you clean or paint over it.
- Note when it gets worse: after rain, in winter, or after showers.
- Tell us about any past leaks, floods or renovations.
- Don't move heavy furniture you can't put back. We'll check behind it with you.
- Water leaking right now? Call 1300 346 353. Our emergency line is open 24/7.
One report everyone can work from
Our report shows where the moisture is coming from, with photos, thermal images and readings, and what needs fixing.
- Renters: show your landlord or agent what is causing it.
- Landlords: fix the cause once, instead of cleaning every winter.
- Agents: we arrange access with tenants and send the report straight to you. Ask about pre-approved 30-day accounts.
Before you book.
How does the find-it guarantee work?
Do you remove mould?
How much will it cost?
Is it a leak or condensation?
Will the report help with my landlord or agent?
Do you test air quality?
Will you damage my house to find it?
I'm a property manager or strata manager. Can you work with tenants and owners?
Mould comes back until the water stops.
Cleaning without fixing the source means doing it again next winter. One call gets our leak detection specialists to your door, often the same day, and if we can't find the source, you don't pay.*
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