Concealed Water Leaks
A rising water bill, damp patch, warm floor or sound of running water can point to a concealed leak. We can test the system, narrow down the source and explain the repair options.
Panther Plumbing Group · NSW contractor licence 388782C
Water Leak Investigation
Water can travel along framing, pipework and slabs before it becomes visible, so the damp patch is not always directly beside the leak. Meter checks, pressure isolation and suitable detection equipment help narrow down the source.
Once the affected line or area is identified, the plumber explains the likely access, repair scope and any further investigation required. Written findings or photos can be included when they are agreed as part of the job.
On the job with PantherHandheld inspection camera with a probe entering a ceiling cavity
See our workInvestigate water behind walls, under floors and beneath slabs.
Confirm whether water is escaping when fixtures are turned off.
Trace water paths and determine whether more than one lot or common property may be involved.
Use the findings to define access and the proposed repair.
The work we do
Acoustic listening, thermal imaging, moisture readings and pressure isolation may be used together. The method depends on whether the leak is in a wall, floor, slab, service line or fixture.
Small leaks can remain hidden while wasting water or damaging finishes. Note when the signs appear, whether they change with fixture use and whether the water meter continues moving when the property is not using water.
Detection identifies where to focus. The repair still depends on the pipe material, access, surrounding finishes and whether the failure is isolated or part of a wider pipe-condition issue.
Leak Signs
Record when the sign appears and whether it changes when water is used
The meter moves while fixtures are off or the bill rises without a clear reason.
Walls, ceilings, floors or cabinetry show moisture with no visible source.
A hidden hot-water line or pressurised pipe may be leaking.
Several failures can justify a broader assessment of pipe condition.
What Happens Next
Tell us the fault, the suburb and whether it is urgent. Include photos and any previous repair details when you enquire online.
The plumber reviews the symptoms, meter behaviour and building layout, then isolates and tests the likely water service using suitable equipment.
Once the source is located, the agreed access or repair is completed, or the findings are used to define the next stage of work.
The work is checked, the outcome is explained and the work area is left as tidy as practical.
Practical answers before you arrange the work
On the job with Panther
Small pipe defects can be difficult to spot. Our gallery includes a removed copper pipe with a pinhole and a water-meter connection.
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Repair dripping or leaking taps, replace worn parts and install kitchen, bathroom, laundry and outdoor tapware.
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Send the address, fault signs, meter information and photos, or call if water is actively escaping.