Leak Detection in Calgary, AB

Signs You May Need Leak Detection in Calgary, AB

Here’s a puzzler: how do you know you have hidden leaks when those leaks are hidden? It does take a bit of detective work and watching for warning signs. Here are a few:

• Discoloration on walls and the ceiling: If you see a browning discoloration on the plaster of your ceiling, it’s almost certainly water leaking from bathroom plumbing. Spots on the walls also indicate where pipe leaks are eating through the drywall.
• High water bills: If you water usage seems higher than you think it should be, or it’s risen over the past few months even though you aren’t using more water than normal, it’s time to check for leaks.
• Water heater running at odd times: Water leaks in the hot water line will cause the water heater to start running when it normally wouldn’t.

You can do a short test to figure out if you have leaks after noticing these signs. Check the reading on the water meter, then shut off all water use for an hour. Recheck the meter. If it’s changed, you have a leak somewhere.

How We Find Hidden Leaks in Your Plumbing

Detecting water leaks requires a combination of skill and technology. When our plumbers arrive at your home to do the job, they’ll first look over outward signs of leaking. This helps them narrow down their search area. They’ll then use devices such as listening discs, ground microphones, and thermal scanners to pinpoint the leak location. Sometimes they’ll use video pipe inspection equipment to see the pipes from the inside. This precision allows them to reach the leak with minimal disruption to building material.

We’ll Take Care of Water Leaks in Calgary, AB

Even if you don’t notice indications of leaks in your house’s plumbing, we recommend having leak detection done every few years. It’s the best way to catch trouble early, and many leaks can stay hidden for a long time. Our plumbing technicians use the finest tools available to make their leak detection accurate and fast. It’s their goal to see you are fully satisfied with the work they do. That’s a reason Ace Plumbing and Heating has been in business in Calgary, AB for more than 45 years and has more than 13,000 customers.