Leak detection services
Are you looking for professional leak detection for hidden leaks in your home or business? At Ultrices Leak Detection, we tackle every water leak, gas leak, and sewage leak using modern techniques like thermography, ultrasound, and endoscopy. This way, you can immediately discover the problem without any drilling or demolition work.
We focus on moisture problems caused by unexplained damp spots, leaks in pipes, heating systems, and even leaking roofs. Our smart leak detection prevents major water damage, expensive repairs, and endless stress. You want to know quickly what the problem is, with a clear analysis and tailored solutions. Don't let leaks ruin your day. At Ultrices Leak Detection, we handle it quickly, smartly, and professionally.
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What exactly does leak detection entail?
With leak detection, you locate water leaks, gas leaks, or air leaks without unnecessary demolition work. Modern techniques such as thermography, ultrasonic testing, and smoke tests enable the specialists at Ultrices Leak Detection to locate leaks quickly and accurately. This saves time, money, and inconvenience, and prevents the need to break open entire walls or floors. Thanks to technological innovations such as infrared cameras and acoustic sensors, we achieve effective damage mitigation. Furthermore, our experienced experts provide a clear expert report for you and your insurer within three days. Would you like to know how leak detection works in the Rotterdam region? Then read more on our page about leak detection in Rotterdam.
Bathroom leak detection
At Ultrices Leak Detection, we help you locate bathroom leaks without unnecessary demolition. We combine infrared thermography with a smoke test, dye test, and endoscopy to determine if the leak is caused by sealant joints, grout, drains, siphons, or a hot and cold pipe network.
Detecting dormer window leaks
A dormer can leak due to aging roofing, poor connection of lead flashing, cracks in the fascia board, or capillary action around the frame. We simulate rain and wind pressure with a controlled water test and smoke generation, and check connection details for EPDM, bitumen, and PVC roofing. Using endoscopy, we inspect the interior of the roof structure and insulation.
Detecting facade and cavity wall leaks
Facade and cavity wall leakage is often caused by rain penetration, porous masonry, open weep holes, defective sealant around window frames, cracked water barriers, or a clogged cavity. We combine thermography, moisture mapping, cavity endoscopy, and a controlled water test along critical details such as lintels and expansion joints. We inspect cavity anchors, insulation, and thermal bridges, and analyze capillary rise and dew point.
Detecting ceiling leaks
With a wet ceiling, you look for the source and route of the water. Often, it is a pipe network, drain, central heating system, flat roof, or a wet room located above. We work with acoustic detection, tracer gas with a safe hydrogen-nitrogen mixture, and thermographic cartridges to pinpoint the exact route. Smoke and dye make hidden flows visible.
Detecting water pipe leaks
In case of unexplained water consumption, pressure drop, or a high water bill, we detect pipe breaks using pressure tests, acoustic correlation, electromagnetic pipe tracing, and tracer gas.
Leak detection step-by-step plan by Ultrices Leak Detection
- Intake and hypothesisYou describe the complaints, year of construction, and recent work; we formulate measurement targets.
- Non-destructive measurements: thermography, moisture measurements, and endoscopy determine hotspot and route.
- Functional tests: water test, smoke test, dye test, and pressure test isolate the source.
- Verification and repeat measurement: we confirm the cause with at least two methods for certainty.
- Report and adviceYou will receive an expert report with repair advice and photographic evidence within three days.
- Aftercare and insurerWe provide proof that insurers accept and manage the claim.
Typical causes, signs, and examples per leak
- Bathroom: worn sealant joints around shower and bath, porous grout, or a leaking siphon. Example: a damp ring behind the shower wall with mold growth due to capillary action.
- Dormer: crack in bitumen or loose lead flashing around the window frame. Example: wet insulation and brown edges along the ceiling after driving rain.
- Facade and cavity: open jointing, lack of damp-proof course, or blockage by debris. Example: damp streaks under the window frame and peeling paint due to salts.
- Ceiling: leaking drain or pipe in screed. Example: a slowly expanding circle with dripping after showering upstairs.
- Water pipe: micro-leak at coupling or corrosion in crawl space. Example of unexplained consumption and low pressure when tapping simultaneously.