Case Study
Water Leak Detection in Reading
Customer Reported A Concealed Water Leak
Thermal Imaging, Tracer Gas and Pressure Testing were used to investigate the symptoms and confirm the cause: pipework evidence recorded.
Google Reviews ★★★★★ 5.0 Rating 70+ Reviews Read Reviews- ✓ Evidence Recorded
- ✓ Concealed Pipework Reviewed
- ✓ Targeted Access
- ✓ Repair Planning Supported
The Challenge
Customer Reported A Concealed Water Leak
A customer in Reading reported a water leak that required specialist investigation. The intake notes refer to water leak detection and confirmed that thermal imaging, tracer gas and pressure testing were used.
- ✓ Water leak reported at a Reading property
- ✓ Concealed pipework investigation required
- ✓ Thermal imaging, tracer gas and pressure testing confirmed in the notes
Investigation
Investigation Evidence
Selected photos and videos from the investigation sequence showing the evidence-led approach used on site.
Investigation
Thermal, Tracer Gas And Pressure Testing
The investigation used thermal imaging, tracer gas and pressure testing to assess the suspected concealed water leak. The supplied evidence includes thermal camera imagery, pipework evidence and ceiling access photographs.
Thermal Imaging
Infrared camera checks helped identify temperature differences linked to the leak investigation.
MethodTracer Gas
Tracer gas testing helped confirm or narrow concealed leak locations.
MethodPressure Testing
Controlled pressure testing helped confirm whether pipework or fittings were losing water.
Findings
Pipework Evidence Recorded
The supplied project media shows concealed pipework and ceiling access opened during the investigation. This evidence helped document the area requiring further access and repair planning.
- Thermal imaging evidence recorded
- Concealed pipework reviewed
- Ceiling access area documented
Outcome
Leak Evidence Documented
- ✓ Evidence Recorded
- ✓ Concealed Pipework Reviewed
- ✓ Targeted Access
- ✓ Repair Planning Supported
The investigation produced clear evidence of the concealed pipework area involved, supporting a more targeted approach to access and repair decisions.
Local Coverage
Leak Detection In Reading
This investigation was completed in Reading, Berkshire.
We regularly carry out leak detection investigations across Reading and surrounding areas.
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