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Non-Invasive Leak Detection

Find the Leak. Then Fix It.

Unknown leak source? We pinpoint it with acoustic sensors, thermal imaging, and moisture mapping — before anyone opens a wall. IICRC-certified. 60–90 min response.

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A Slow Leak Today Is a Mold Claim in 30 Days

Hidden leaks cause more damage than visible flooding — because they go untreated longer. Mold begins growing within 24–48 hours of sustained moisture. A stain on your ceiling, a high water bill, or a musty smell are your only warnings. Call before the scope compounds.

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IICRC-certified technician using moisture meter and thermal imaging for non-invasive leak detection
No Demolition Required

Our Detection Methods

Electronic Acoustic Detection

Ground microphones and electronic amplifiers pick up the sound signature of pressurized water escaping pipe — pinpointing the source behind walls, under slabs, and in concealed cavities.

Infrared Thermal Imaging

FLIR-grade infrared cameras reveal temperature differentials caused by moisture migration — making hidden leaks visible through drywall, concrete, and tile without a single hole.

Moisture Mapping

Non-invasive pin and pinless moisture meters document saturation levels across affected areas, generating the moisture maps insurers require for claim approval.

Tracer Gas Testing

For leaks that acoustic methods cannot isolate, we inject a safe hydrogen/nitrogen tracer mix into the plumbing and detect it at the surface — accurate to within inches.

Slab Leak Detection

Acoustic ground sensors and correlation technology locate supply-line leaks running under concrete foundations without jack-hammering until the location is confirmed.

Pressure & Dye Testing

Isolated pressure testing confirms whether a specific supply or drain line is compromised. Non-toxic dye tracing identifies drain paths and confirms cross-connections.

The Detection Process

A documented, systematic approach every time

1

Initial Assessment

Review available information — water bill history, visible staining, tenant reports — to build a detection hypothesis before equipment goes out.

2

Acoustic Survey

Electronic ground microphones and correlators scan the plumbing system to isolate the acoustic signature of a pressurized leak.

3

Thermal & Moisture Scan

Infrared camera and non-invasive moisture meters confirm the path of moisture migration and document the full affected area.

4

Source Report

Written report with annotated photos, thermal images, moisture readings, and a precise location description — ready for your plumber, contractor, or insurance carrier.

Who Calls Us

We Work With Every Stakeholder

Each caller has a different problem and a different need from our report. Tap your situation below.

You have a stain, a high water bill, or a musty smell — but no visible water. We find the source before you spend $10,000 on a renovation that opens the wrong walls. We coordinate directly with your insurance carrier and hand you a report that your adjuster can act on.
Tenant complaints about moisture, persistent wet spots, or unexplained water in common areas. We locate the source, document it formally, and give you the scope your maintenance team or contractor needs to make the right repair. Our report creates the paper trail your owners expect.
Unit-to-unit water intrusion is a board liability issue the moment it becomes recurring. We determine whether the source is in the shareholder's unit or building infrastructure — a critical distinction for responsibility and insurance.
Unexplained water loss, tenant complaints, or ceiling staining in a multi-tenant building. We work around business hours, minimize disruption, and give you a formal report suitable for building management records.
You need to confirm origin and cause before approving scope. Our detection report includes thermal images, moisture readings, and a documented methodology chain — formatted specifically to speed your review.
You know there is water damage but the source has not been confirmed. Bring us in before demolition. We hand you a precise location so your crew opens the right material in the right place — one time.
What You Receive

The Detection Report

Every Report Includes

  • Annotated thermal images with moisture gradient overlay
  • Non-invasive moisture meter readings at all test points
  • Acoustic waveform documentation (when applicable)
  • Precise leak location description with dimensions from fixed reference points
  • Recommended repair scope and remediation priority
  • Photo documentation of all visible damage

Report Is Formatted For

  • Insurance carrier submission (IICRC-aligned)
  • Plumber or contractor handoff (precise coordinates)
  • Building management records
  • Co-op/condo board documentation
  • Legal proceedings (origin & cause)
Know the Difference

Leak Detection vs. Plumber

Call a Plumber When
  • You already know where the leak is
  • The broken pipe or fitting is visible
  • You need repair work completed
  • A drain is clogged or running slowly
Call Us First When
  • The source is unknown or hidden
  • You have a stain but no visible water
  • A plumber has opened walls and not found it
  • Insurance requires origin & cause documentation
  • A water bill spiked without explanation

Call a plumber when you know wherethe leak is. Call us when you don't.

Hidden Sources

What We Find Most Often

Hidden pipe leaks behind walls or ceilings
Slab leaks under concrete foundations
HVAC condensate line overflows
Roof-to-wall junction failures
Plumbing supply line corrosion
Failed building envelope (windows, façade)
Underground water main breaks
Pool or water-feature liner failures

Got an HPD water violation alongside the leak? Leak detection is step one — but closing the violation requires specific documentation HPD accepts. See our HPD water violation removal service →

Common Questions

Leak Detection FAQ

We use three non-invasive tools in combination. Electronic acoustic sensors detect the sound of water escaping pressurized pipe — even behind concrete or under slabs. Infrared thermal cameras reveal temperature anomalies that indicate moisture migration. Non-invasive moisture meters confirm saturation levels without any drilling. Together, these tools let us pinpoint the leak source to within inches before anyone picks up a saw.
A standard residential detection takes 2–4 hours. Commercial and high-rise jobs, or situations with multiple suspected sources, may take a full day. We give you a written scope before we start so there are no surprises. If we cannot locate the source within the agreed scope, we tell you why and recommend next steps — we do not charge for time spent chasing false positives.
A plumber repairs plumbing. A leak detection specialist finds where the water is going — before anyone cuts anything open. Calling a plumber without a confirmed leak location means paying $150–$300/hr for exploratory demolition that may open three walls before finding the right one. We give the plumber a precise target: the leak is at this pipe, behind this wall, at this depth. That saves the plumber time and saves you money.
Yes. Slab leaks are one of our most common assignments. We use a combination of acoustic ground microphones and thermal imaging to locate leaks in supply lines running under concrete slabs. We document the precise location so the repair contractor knows exactly where to cut without unnecessary concrete removal.
Yes. Our leak detection reports are formatted to carrier standards — moisture readings, thermal images, scope of suspected damage, and recommended remediation. Most carriers accept our documentation without requiring a second inspection. We can bill the carrier directly in many cases and will coordinate with your adjuster.
We document what we did, what we ruled out, and what additional investigation is warranted. In rare cases — typically intermittent leaks that only appear under specific pressure or temperature conditions — we recommend a second visit under different conditions or a more invasive testing method. We do not bill you for a clean report that does not find anything actionable.
We serve all five NYC boroughs, Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island, northern New Jersey, and coastal Connecticut. Our closest crew is typically on-site within 60–90 minutes of your call anywhere in this service area.
24/7 Emergency Dispatch

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Fill out the form and a technician will call you back within 30 minutes. For active flooding or an emergency situation, call us directly.

24/7 Emergency Line

(855) 229-9998

Response Time

60–90 minutes on-site

Insurance Note

Our leak detection reports are formatted for insurance carrier submission. Thermal images, moisture readings, and a documented methodology chain — everything your adjuster needs to approve scope without a second inspection.

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