Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

Heating leaks, such as central heating leaks, underfloor heating leaks, and boiler leaks are among the most common and disruptive types of leaks that cause damage to properties.

CENTRAL HEATING LEAK DETECTION Hertfordshire SPECIALISTS

We are a specialist central heating leak detection company in Hertfordshire. We utilise advanced non-invasive leak detection equipment to precisely locate leaks without causing any damage to your property, ensuring no drilling, excavation, dirt, or disruption.

Our central heating leak detection engineers in Hertfordshire are qualified plumbers with extensive experience in installing and maintaining diverse plumbing systems, can efficiently handle the detection process. Once the leak is identified, we can arrange for repairs, including necessary drying works for water extraction.

Within 24/48 working hours of our visit, we will issue you with a comprehensive insurance catered report featuring photographs.

In many cases, the expenses for our central heating leak detection services can be reclaimed through your building insurance, typically falling under ‘trace and access’ or ‘escape of water’ coverage. A leak must be detected in order to validate your claim. This is where we come in.

Introduction to Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

Did you know that undetected leaks in central heating systems can waste up to 20% of your energy bill annually?

It’s important to understand that the longer a central heating leak is left undetected, the more damage it can do to your property.

This page will help you to identify signs of central heating leaks and explore our various detection methods to better understand how to fix them.

Once the cause of the leak is identified it’s often fairly simple to resolve. Here at Leak Detection 24/7 our team of leak detection engineers work around the clock to help resolve those pesky leaks as efficiently as possible.

Customers often report the following symptoms associated with heating leaks , including central heating and underfloor heating

The main things to be weary of when you expect you may have a central heating leak is the reduction in the performance of your central heating system and the increase in your energy costs. Time is very much of the essence with central heating leaks and can often become extremely costly if not resolved swiftly. Below are some of the other symptoms of central heating leaks to look out for.

OUR CENTRAL HEATING LEAK DETECTION TECHNOLOGIES

Leak Detection 24/7 invest in state of the art, industry leading leak detection equipment. This enables us to provide superior leak detection services throughout Hertfordshire and find all kinds of hidden water leaks, where other leak detection businesses fail. We find and fix leaks throughout Hertfordshire, all within a single visit!

All of our central heating leak detection engineers are equipped with all the necessary leak detection equipment to locate and trace the source of a leak or burst pipe, with minimal damage to your property. Our dedicated and trustworthy team of engineers have been able to identify leaks that have been a problem for many years, even ones that water authorities and plumbers have previously missed.

Upon detecting a central heating leak, our engineers will furnish you with an insurance-tailored photographic report identifying the root cause of the leak, as well as the extent of the damage to your property. A trace and access report is often required by insurance providers and this is a standard service provided to all of our customers.

Thermal Imaging
Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

The most common, piece of central heating leak detection equipment, providing a kind of ‘x-ray vision’, also classed as a thermography where the camera only picks up on heat as opposed to a picture.

It’s extremely useful for finding concealed heating or hot water pipes which are picked up on infrared radiation. Tracking the course of the pipes throughout the property, which gives us a better understanding when we find the leak.

Acoustic Detection
Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

We use high resolution acoustic technology to pick up on sounds passing through things via a microphone. This sound is then amplified through a machine to find the trace of your central heating leak.

We can also use this equipment to measure the different types of noises to determine where the loudest noise was identified. This is helpful to minimise invasive investigations for central heating leak repairs.

Tracer Gas
Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

We use a nitrogen / hydrogen gas mixture for our tracer gas method. The mixture flows out through the damaged spot and moves up through the soil to the surface undetected.

This is where the term “tracer gas” comes from. It’s very popular with concrete floors, driveways and large fields. Providing both pressure tests and accurate location of pipework leaks.

Moisture Meter
Central Heating Leak Detection Hertfordshire

A great tool using readings via both radio frequency and drilling inspection probe holes. Several readings are usually requires to identify changes from dry to damp areas.

Readings can be obtained both on the surface and at depth. Once the areas are identified as a moisture map. A picture begins to build to help identify the possible cause of the leak.

Leak Sealant

Continuously topping up your heating system with fresh water can lead to damage to your boiler and central heating system over time, underscoring the importance of promptly identifying and repairing leaks. While some plumbers and heating engineers may suggest using a leak sealant as a temporary solution, it’s important to note that leak sealants can invalidate your boiler warranty and interfere with leak detection methods.

If leak sealant has been added to your heating system, we recommend scheduling a power flush first to remove the sealant before conducting a leak detection. This ensures accurate detection and proper resolution of any underlying issues without complications.

Locating The CENTRAL HEATING OR BOILER Leak In Your Property

Once the central heating leak has been located, our experienced plumbers can typically carry out same-day repairs. This may involve removing floor finishes and excavating concrete floors to access the pipe where the leak is located. After repairing the leak, the system undergoes retesting to ensure the repair is effective and to check for any additional leaks.

In situations where the leak cannot be repaired on the same day due to its location or complexity, we can arrange a follow-up visit with the necessary tradespeople to address the issue promptly and effectively.

Preventing Future Central Heating Leaks

Regular boiler maintenance is a great way to minimise the likelihood of a central heating leak. This can be achieved through an annual service by checking and replacing components like valves and seals.

Best Practices: It’s important to use a corrosion inhibitor in your heating system as well as insulating your pipes in colder areas of the property to prevent freezing and cracking over time.

Other Types Of Leak We Can Help Locate

Boiler Leaks In Hertfordshire

If you’re losing more than half a bar of pressure on your boiler, you may have a leak on your heating. Our specialist engineers can pinpoint leaks non-destructively on all types of heating systems, including gravity fed.

Swimming Pool Leaks In Hertfordshire

Our engineers are well versed in both domestic and commercial swimming pool leaks and can accurately locate the reason behind your pool losing water in less than a day saving you time and money.

Damp Leak Detection In Hertfordshire

Water damage, damp or mould in your house can often signify another hidden issue, such as a leak. Our engineers can carry out various tests, including moisture readings in order to find out whether you have a leak.

Water Mains Leaks In Hertfordshire

If you have a high-water bill, you may have a mains leak. Whether properties on a shared or single supply, our engineers can identify leaks appearing between the meter and the stopcock or building.

Underground Water Leaks In Hertfordshire

Using specialist equipment allows LDS to detect internal and external leaks underground across commercial and domestic sites feeding several properties or buildings without causing damage to flooring.

Underfloor Heating Leak Detection In Hertfordshire

Underfloor heating leaks can cause your boiler to lose pressure, requiring parts of the system to be isolated. As specialists in leak detection, our engineers can locate the leak within 1 square metre.

Structural Heating Leaks In Hertfordshire

Building defects can often cause water damage regardless of whether it’s an old property or new build. LDS can quickly determine the cause using various pieces of equipment and eliminate further structural damage.

Flat Roof Leak Detection In Hertfordshire

Leaks from a flat roof can cause multiple areas of water ingress to the region below. Our leak detection engineers can inspect the roof to establish where the leak is coming from and stop damage from occurring.

WE HAVE A 99.8% Success rate

If a leak is present our highly experienced central heating leak detection experts in Hertfordshire can find it. Our leak detection statistics from the past year speak for themselves.

We have successfully detected a leak in 99.8% of our callouts using our industry-leading non-intrusive leak detection technology.

WE're Always Available 24/7

Our central heating leak detection Hertfordshire experts understand that leaks often present themselves at the most inconvenient of times. As such, our team is on call day and night, 7 days a week to support our customers.

Here at Leak Detection 24/7, we pride ourselves on superior service to our clients. Our results are a reflection of the hundreds of satisfied customers we support with our leak detection services every year.

Why Leak Detection 24/7?

Leak Detection 24/7 understands that the longer a leak is left unchecked the more damage it can do to your Hertfordshire property and even more importantly, cost you a lot more money.

Aside from structural damage to the building due to water leaks, there are also other inconveniences that can occur to your every day life, such as loss of heating or hot water.

Not to worry, Leak Detection 24/7 works around the clock to support clients throughout the United Kingdom. The good news is that we can find and fix most water leaks within one working day.

NO FIND NO FEE, LEAK DETECTION SERVICE

For peace of mind, here are Leak Detection 24/7 we provide a NO FIND NO FEE guarantee on our leak detection services. This excludes heating leaks and commercial leaks, for more information please (Click Here)

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SKILLED AND EXPERIENCED

Our skilled leak detection technicians in Hertfordshire boast a minimum of 15 years of experience in detecting water leaks within commercial structures, plumbing systems, and underground pipes, and have trained others in the industry. Over the years, we have successfully assisted clients both locally and internationally in diverse sectors, including hospitals/NHS, hotels, factories, MOD, Churches prisons, Holiday parks Mosques and more.

Upon completion of our leak detection service, we provide an insurance-approved report along with our detailed invoice with a clear breakdown of costs. This comprehensive report serves as an asset in your building insurance claim for water damage, ensuring a smoother process for you.

All our leak detection engineers are qualified mechanical engineers, trained by LD24/7 in leak detection and health and safety. Each engineer is CRB checked, carries ID and CSCS cards, wears a company uniform, and drives a company van. We conduct risk assessments for every job and provide method statements.

Choose Leak Detection 24/7 for reliable and professional commercial leak detection services, backed by years of experience.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here you can find some answers to the typical questions that our leak detection experts are asked on a daily basis. If you have any more leak detection related questions then please feel free to contact us.

Can You Also Repair A Leak After You Find It?

Yes we can! However, we may need to carry out minor Leak Detection excavation works to expose it before we repair it.

How Do I Dry My Property After A Leak Has Been Repaired?

To avoid further problems arising, the area must be dried once the leak has been repaired. Moisture generally traps itself within surfaces even if you can’t physically see it. If the property has not been dried after a leak, mould and further damage will appear in the décor of your building. This will also cause health implications when mould is taken in via the lungs, which can seriously cause issues to your health.

How Do I Know I've Got A Leak?

There are several ways of testing this, one of which is to turn off the stop cock for the water feed running into your property. Check to see if the meter gauge is still running then this is a clear indication here is a suspected leak on your side of the property. The stop cock is either located underneath your kitchen sink or alternatively under your stair cupboard. Another form of leak detection is to look out for sudden damp patches appearing in certain sections of your property.

How Do I Find The Stopcock(s) For My Mains Water Supply?

There are 2 types of stop cocks in your property, there’s a Mains, which comes in via the feed of the street which generally is accessible via the water providers also another inside your private property which caps off the water from the mains street feed to the internal side of your property which is generally located under your staircase or kitchen sink.

How Would I Know If I Have A Leak In My Property?

There are several ways of testing this. One of which is to turn off the stop cock for the water feed running into your property. Check to see if the meter gauge is still running, this will give you a clear indication of whether or not there is a suspected leak on your side of the property. The stop cock is either located underneath your kitchen sink or under your stair cupboard. Another form of leak detection is to look out for sudden damp patches appearing in certain parts of your property for example, along your walls or skirting boards.

How Do I Minimize The Damage Caused By A Leak?

Unfortunately, with some leaks you can’t prevent all damage, however, we can take certain steps to reduce the amount of damage that will be caused by the leak. The first step in minimising damage is to turn off your water supply to the house. Try to turn your boiler off, this will stop damage if the boiler pipework runs dry. If possible, start to dry any standing water, you could use a mop if there isn’t a lot of water or maybe some towels.

I Have A Damp Patch On My Ceiling

Check the floor above for signs of damp. If there is a property above you we would recommend you speak to the occupant above to see if they are also suffering signs of a leak. If there is a roof above, please see our answer to “Water stains have appeared in my property after heavy rainfall. What do I do? “. If there is a bathroom or shower above the area this could also be the source of the leak. You could investigate using a simple water test with a showerhead around your bath and shower seals.

My Boiler Is Losing Pressure

This could be a sign of a leak on the central heating system or a problem with the boiler.

My Ground Heating System Is Losing Pressure

The ground source heating systems are a very efficient and environmentally friendly way of collecting heat, but when they go wrong, they go terribly wrong. Unfortunately, because of the amount of piping buried under the floor they can become very susceptible to leaks, which can be extremely difficult to locate within the floor surface.

We have helped various customers locate leaks in these systems with enormous success.

What Can I Do If I Have Any Further Questions?

Please don’t hesitate to contact one of our knowledgeable customer service representatives.

What is ‘Find & Fix’?

This is a service we offer. It includes all the aspects of “Trace and Access”, but also includes fixing the leak which will often only take a day to complete. Trace and access is an insurance term for non-destructively tracing the area of the leak and then exposing the leak i.e. excavating concrete or removing floorboards.

The chances are you may be covered for this under your home or buildings insurance policy but you will have to check your policy wording handbook to see if you’re covered.

What Is Leak Detection?

Leak Detection is the finding of hidden leaks. Unlike others, we complete leak detection in a non-destructive manner, minimising disruption to your commercial or residential premises.

What Is Non-Destructive Leak Detection

Non-destructive Leak Detection is where we use various pieces of equipment to pinpoint the area without damaging your property.

How Much Water Can You Lose From A Leak?

Research has shown that a typical household loses 2,000 to 20,000 gallons of water per year due to leaks. As a result, no water leak should ever be overlooked, irrespective of its size. Even a seemingly small leak can lose approximately 20 litres of water every hour!

I Can Smell Damp

This may be a sign of a leak, possibly that’s been ongoing a while. Please see our answer to “how do I know I’ve got a leak?” above to get a quick idea of how to diagnose a leak. It is also likely that you will require drying to the property to prevent further mould growth. We can carry out leak detection moisture surveys to advise you on the condition of your home and suggest the best resolution for you.

I Have A Damp Patch On My Floor

Your property should not show any signs of damp. It may be as simple as a spillage but could be something more complicated. However, if you are still in any doubt, please feel free to contact us and speak to one of our leak detection specialists who will talk you through some simple tests.

I Have A Leak In A Large Commercial Property

As a company, we have dealt with a variety of different commercial properties providing our superior leak detection services. Each property with different requirements. We know that each commercial property will have different requirements and different ways they want to work to and we can adapt our leak detection service to suit you. Please call us free.

I Have A Water Supply Leak Over A Large Area

We are generally called out to schools, playgrounds, car parks, fields and generally use specialist methods to detect leeks one of the main see signs is a pooling area on a dry day or a moist spot which is always an indication of a leak.

My ground heating system is losing pressure

It’s a shame, but due to the number of pipes buried in concrete it’s always one of the main causes of a leak in a property and extremely difficult to locate due to the swirl of pipes sometimes but if there’s a leak we are sure to find it.

Our leak detection experts are able to find leaks that plumbers and other leak detection specialists cannot find.

Where Can I Find My Mains Stopcock If It's Not Under My Sink

All modern homes are required to be fitted with an inside and outside mains water stopcock, so don’t worry if you can’t find yours under the kitchen sink! Many properties have their mains water stopcock positioned in an airing cupboard, under the bathroom sink, in a utility cupboard, under your floorboards by your front door, within a garage, cellar or behind a panel next to your boiler. Apartment buildings often share a mains water stopcock so if you are having trouble finding yours why not ask your neighbours?

My Radiators Are Not Working

If one of your radiators is not heating up or is cold, it could just need bleeding. However, if bleeding the radiator does not work or if it is linked with any other symptoms outlined in this FAQ, it could be a sign of a leak. Speak with our leak detection experts to find out more today.

My Storage Tanks Are Constantly Filling

This could be an indication of a leak on a regular/gravity fed heating system or a leak from a water storage tank. If you can access your storage tanks, look to see which is filling as this will give you an indication of which the system is suffering the problem.

My Property Has Water Stains After Rainfall, What Should I Do?

Clear away any furniture that may be positioned directly in front or underneath the water stains. Perform a visual check of your guttering to ensure there are no blockages. This can easily be caused by leaves and other organic material. Check to make sure that there are no drains outside the property that are overflowing. If the leak stops when it stops raining, the issue is likely to re-appear during the next heavy rainfall so leak detection may still be required. The property may also require drying as the majority of moisture is not visible and is retained within the structure of the building.

What Are The Main Signs That I Have A Leak

Leaks are not always visible. These can include damp patches, high water bills, damp smells, boiler issues and even subsidence.

Please read further on for more information on how to recognise leaks and what to do. Alternatively, you can contact us and one of our advisors will assist you.

The Difference Between A Plumber And Leak Detection Expert

Your plumber will carry out basic methods of tracing a leak whereas a leak detection expert will use specialist machinery and technology to pinpoint a leak without having to tear your premises apart.

What Is 'Trace And Access'

Trace and Access (or “Track and Trace”) is an Insurance term for non-destructively tracing the area of the leak and then exposing the leak i.e. excavating concrete or removing floorboards. If you are covered for this it will be detailed in your policy handbook. However, your insurance company is unlikely to cover the actual fixing of the leak.

Often your insurer will ask you to find your own leak detection company and they will then reimburse you once the leak is found. Please check your policy handbook to see if you are covered.

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