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Water Leak Detection Geelong
We find hidden water leaks in Geelong and Bellarine homes and businesses: underground and burst pipes, slab leaks, leaking showers and the cause of an unexplained high water bill. Our licensed technicians use acoustic listening, tracer gas, thermal imaging and pressure testing, so nothing is dug up or broken to find the leak. From $598 inc. GST for the first hour, with a written report.
*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.
Water leaking right now?
- Turn off the water at the meter or stopcock if water is running somewhere it shouldn't.
- Switch off power to any area where water is near electrics.
- Take photos of the damage and the meter reading for your insurer and water retailer.
- Call us on 1300 346 353. Our phone line is open 24/7 for burst pipes.
Hidden water leaks in Geelong
Most water leaks never show on the surface. Water from a leaking pipe under a slab or in the garden can soak away for months, and the first sign is a Barwon Water bill that jumps, a meter that keeps turning, or a damp wall. Older homes often have ageing copper or galvanised pipes, while newer estates mostly have plastic pipes, which carry leak noise less well and often need tracer gas as well as acoustic listening.
Water leaks we find in Geelong
Underground and burst pipes
Leaks between the meter and the house, under lawns, paving and driveways.
Slab and hot water leaks
Hot and cold water pipes leaking under slabs and inside walls.
Shower and bathroom leaks
Leaking shower bases, wastes and waterproofing, tested without lifting tiles.
Watch: finding an underground water leak
Our technician finds a burst water main at a home in Wheelers Hill, Melbourne. He isolates the fixtures and appliances, runs a pressure test to confirm the leak is on the supply line, then uses acoustic listening to pinpoint it underground, so only one small hole is needed for the repair.
How much does water leak detection cost in Geelong?
First hour on site
inc. GST. Covers the inspection, testing and your written report. No separate call-out fee.
Extra time
inc. GST, only if needed. We always check with you before going past the first hour.
What's included
- Non-invasive testing
- Leak marked on site
- Photo report for insurers
- Found or you don't pay*
This price covers Geelong and the Bellarine, including Lara, Corio, Clifton Springs, Portarlington and Queenscliff. Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road towns are $898 for the first hour. See the Geelong price list or the full price list.
How it works
Call or book online. Tell us what you're seeing. You get the price before we book and a 2-hour arrival window.
We test, not guess. The technician uses the right method for your leak and doesn't dig, drill or lift tiles to find it.
We mark the leak. We show you where it is and explain the cause before we leave.
You get the report. Photos, test results, cause and repair scope for your plumber, builder, strata manager or insurer.
Common signs of a hidden water leak
| Sign | Likely cause | How we find it |
|---|---|---|
| Barwon Water bill suddenly higher | Underground, slab or in-wall pipe leak | Meter test, pressure test, acoustic listening |
| Meter moves with all taps off | Leak on the supply or in the house | Isolation testing and acoustic listening |
| Warm spot on the floor | Hot water pipe leak under the slab | Thermal imaging and acoustic listening |
| Damp or stained wall | Pipe, shower or window leak | Thermal imaging and moisture mapping |
| Soggy patch of garden in dry weather | Leaking water main or irrigation line | Acoustic listening and tracer gas |
Insurance and your water bill
Insurance-ready report
Your report shows the leak's location and cause with photos and test results, which is what insurers and loss adjusters ask for. Whether your policy covers finding the leak depends on your insurer, so check with them.
High water bill
Geelong and the Bellarine are supplied by Barwon Water. If a hidden leak pushed your bill up, ask Barwon Water whether you can apply for a leak allowance once it's repaired. Our report gives them the evidence they ask for. Read our guide to claiming a water bill leak credit.
Repairs: our visit is about finding the leak. We mark it, explain the cause and give you the report. If you'd like us to fix it, we'll quote the repair and return at another time to complete it, often with trusted independent trades. Many plumbers, builders and property managers do their own repairs from our report.
Who we work for in Geelong
- Homeowners and tenants
- Property managers and real estate agents, with pre-approved 30-day accounts
- Owners corporations and strata managers
- Builders
- Insurers and loss adjusters
- Plumbers and trades
More leak detection in Geelong and the Bellarine
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- Corio
- Newtown
- Clifton Springs
- Portarlington
- Bannockburn
- Ocean Grove
- Barwon Heads
- Torquay
- Anglesea
- Lorne
Water leak detection Geelong FAQs
How much does water leak detection cost in Geelong?
It's $598 including GST for the first hour on site in Geelong and the Bellarine, with the written report included. Extra time is $198 an hour, and we always check with you first.
How do I know if I have a hidden water leak?
Turn off every tap and appliance and watch the water meter for a few minutes. If it moves, water is going somewhere. A sudden jump in your bill or a damp patch are other common signs.
Can you find a leak without digging?
Yes. We use acoustic listening, tracer gas, thermal imaging and pressure testing to find and mark the leak from the surface, so only that spot needs to be opened for the repair.
Can you help with a high Barwon Water bill?
We can find the leak and give you a report showing where it was. Ask Barwon Water whether you can apply for a leak allowance once it's repaired.
What happens if you can't find the leak?
We offer Found or you don't pay: if we can't find the leak you booked us for, you don't pay for the inspection. Conditions apply; see our guarantee terms.
Do you repair the leak as well?
Yes, if you'd like us to. Our visit is about finding the leak. We quote the repair separately and return at another time, often with trusted independent trades.
Hidden water leak in Geelong? Call 1300 346 353.
Fixed prices from $598 inc. GST · Found or you don't pay* · 24/7 emergency line
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