Leak Detection Sydney
1300 FINDLEAK finds hidden water and gas leaks across Sydney in walls, floors, slabs, showers, balconies, roofs and underground pipes, without digging up or smashing tiles on a guess. Leak detection in metro Sydney is $398 inc. GST for the first hour on site, then $168 per hour, with a written report for your plumber, insurer, strata manager or Sydney Water. Our Sydney team is based in Seaforth on the Northern Beaches, with a 24/7 line on 1300 346 353. Found or you don't pay.*
- 24/7 emergency line
- Free phone quote
- Insurance-ready report
Water leaking right now?
- Turn off the water at the meter and switch off the hot water system. In an apartment, use your unit's isolation valve or call 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 000.
- Take photos for your insurer, then call us on 1300 346 353, 24/7.
Leak detection across Sydney
We cover metro Sydney from the Northern Beaches and North Shore to the Eastern Suburbs, the Inner West, the Hills and Western Sydney, plus Wollongong. Our Sydney technician is based in Seaforth, so the Northern Beaches and lower North Shore are often same-day.
Sydney leaks have their own patterns: shower and balcony leaks into the unit below in strata buildings, roof and parapet flashing leaks in older terraces, slab leaks in newer homes, and long underground supply lines on larger blocks. Most of Greater Sydney is supplied by Sydney Water, and our report can support a claim for its hidden leak allowance.
Sydney leak detection services
Shower and bathroom leaks
Water through the ceiling below or rotting skirting. Flood, dye and moisture testing find the failed waterproofing without lifting every tile. Shower leak detection Sydney
Hidden and underground pipe leaks
A spinning meter or a jump in your Sydney Water bill. Pressure testing, acoustic listening and tracer gas pinpoint the break. Underground leak detection Sydney
Strata, roof and balcony leaks
Leaks between units, from balconies and through roofs. We report for strata managers, owners corporations and insurers. Balcony leak detection Sydney
How much does leak detection cost in Sydney?
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.
See Sydney 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
- Call or book online
Tell us what you're seeing. We'll book the first available Sydney technician, often the same day. - We find the leak
We test the system and pinpoint the leak with the right equipment, without opening walls on a guess. - 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
Your plumber can fix it from our report, or we can quote the repair and return at another time to complete it.
Signs of a hidden leak
| Sign | Likely cause | How we find it |
|---|---|---|
| Water stain on the ceiling below a bathroom | Failed shower waterproofing or a leaking waste pipe | Flood and dye testing, moisture mapping, thermal imaging |
| Meter moving with every tap off | Underground supply line or concealed pipe leak | Pressure testing, acoustic listening, tracer gas |
| Sydney Water bill suddenly higher | Hidden leak in the slab, wall or yard | Meter and pressure tests, then acoustic and tracer gas |
| Damp walls in an older terrace | Roof, parapet or flashing leak, or rising damp | Thermal imaging, moisture mapping, water testing |
| Water through the ceiling of the unit below a balcony | Failed balcony membrane or drainage | Flood testing, moisture mapping, thermal imaging |
Leaks and your Sydney Water bill
If a hidden leak has pushed up your bill, Sydney Water may give a goodwill credit for the affected period once the leak is repaired. Our report shows where the leak was and what caused it, which supports the application. Ask Sydney Water for its current conditions, and see our free leak claim guide.
Who we help in Sydney
Homeowners, landlords and property managers, strata managers and owners corporations, builders, insurers and loss adjusters. For apartments we arrange access with residents and send the report straight to the owner, manager or insurer.
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Leak detection Sydney FAQs
How much does leak detection cost in Sydney?
$398 inc. GST for the first hour on site, then $168 per hour if more time is needed. The written report is included. If we can't find the leak, you don't pay for the inspection.
How quickly can you come out in Sydney?
Same-day visits are often available, especially on the Northern Beaches and North Shore where our technician is based. The 24/7 line on 1300 346 353 is for burst pipes and gas leaks.
Can you find a leak without breaking tiles or digging up the yard?
Usually, yes. Pressure testing, acoustic listening, tracer gas, thermal imaging and moisture mapping pinpoint most leaks, so the repair is one small opening in the right place.
Do you work with strata managers and owners corporations?
Yes. We trace leaks between units and from balconies, roofs and common property, and send a written report the strata manager, owners corporation and insurer can act on.
Will my report help with a Sydney Water leak allowance?
It can. Sydney Water may credit part of a bill pushed up by a hidden leak once it's repaired. Our report records where the leak was and what caused it, which supports the application.
Do you repair the leak 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.
Leak in your Sydney home or building? Call 1300 346 353.
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We're a mobile service and come to your property. Our teams are based in Parkdale and Moorooduc in Victoria, Seaforth in Sydney, and Hope Island on the Gold Coast, covering Melbourne, Geelong, the Mornington Peninsula, regional Victoria, Sydney, Wollongong, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, Casuarina, Kingscliff and Byron Bay.
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