Water Leak Detection
Specialist underground water leak detection using acoustic equipment, correlators and tracer gas. We locate leaks precisely without unnecessary excavation — protecting your property and your budget.
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Specialist Underground Leak Detection
An undetected leak in your underground water supply pipe can waste thousands of litres of water every day, push up your water bills, and cause damage to your property, garden or surrounding land. Identifying where a leak is located without resorting to extensive excavation requires specialist skills and equipment — and that is exactly what Sherborne Utilities provides.
We offer professional underground water leak detection services for domestic and commercial properties across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Devon. Using acoustic listening devices, leak correlators and tracer gas, our engineers can locate leaks in water supply pipes with a high degree of accuracy, typically pinpointing the leak to within a small area of ground.
This targeted approach means we only need to excavate where the leak actually is, rather than digging up large sections of your garden, driveway or path in search of the problem. The result is less disruption, lower reinstatement costs and a faster resolution overall.
Sherborne Utilities is a Wessex Water approved contractor and Water Safe certified company. We understand the standards required for water supply pipe work in our region and carry out all leak detection and subsequent repairs to those standards.
Signs You May Have an Underground Water Leak
- An unexplained increase in your water bill
- Reduced water pressure at taps and appliances
- Wet or waterlogged areas in your garden that do not dry out
- Cracks or subsidence near the supply pipe route
- Your water meter continues running after all appliances are turned off
- Damp patches on walls or floors near the incoming supply pipe
Why Choose Sherborne Utilities for Leak Detection?
The right equipment and expertise to find leaks accurately and efficiently.
Non-Invasive Detection
Our advanced detection methods locate leaks without the need for unnecessary excavation, protecting your property and saving on costly reinstatement works.
Advanced Equipment
We use professional-grade acoustic listening equipment, leak correlators and tracer gas detection systems to locate even the most difficult underground leaks.
Accurate Pinpointing
Precise leak location means we excavate only where necessary, reducing disruption, cost and time on site.
Fast Response
Undetected leaks waste thousands of litres of water and increase your bills. We respond promptly to minimise water loss and damage.
Our Leak Detection Process
A methodical, technology-driven approach to finding underground water leaks with minimum disruption.
Initial Assessment
We review your water usage data, inspect visible signs of leakage such as wet ground or reduced pressure, and plan the most effective detection approach for your property.
Acoustic Listening
Using sensitive acoustic listening devices, our engineers scan the route of the supply pipe to detect the distinctive sound patterns generated by escaping water.
Correlation & Tracer Gas
Where acoustic methods require additional confirmation, we deploy leak correlators or tracer gas to pinpoint the precise location of the leak underground.
Report & Repair
Once the leak is located, we provide a clear report and can proceed directly to excavation and repair, completing the work to Wessex Water approved standards.
Service Areas
Leak detection services are available across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Devon. We cover Sherborne, Dorchester, Yeovil, Salisbury, Taunton, Blandford Forum and all surrounding areas. Call us to discuss your location.
Suspect an Underground Water Leak?
Call Sherborne Utilities for professional leak detection. We will locate the problem accurately and advise on the most cost-effective repair solution.
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