Leak Detection
If you have a burst pipe or can see water leaking from your roof, you’re in obvious need of plumbing repair. That said, many leaks that occur in homes are much more subtle. That’s why it’s important to call O'Boys Plumbing, Heating & Air for leak detection in Blaine, MN, at the earliest signs. Waiting even a day could allow significantly more water damage to occur. Through our water leak detection services, you can identify the core issue, correct it, and remediate any damage.
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Reliable water leak detection solutions
The first step in fixing the issue is isolating where the leak is. In many cases, it’s not obvious, and there are several solutions via our leak detection service. One is a camera inspection. We use a high-definition camera attached to a strong but flexible cable. One of our plumbers can thread that cable through your indoor and outdoor pipes and fixtures to see what’s happening. Everything will be visible via a connected monitor.
A camera inspection isn’t ideal for all types of leaks, however. For those situations, we use alternatives, such as acoustic-based detection. All leaks, no matter how minor, create sound. Our plumbers have access to advanced listening equipment that picks up even subtle sounds. We can also visualize the sound of the leak through an LCD readout. Both types of information are useful as our plumber walks throughout or around your home.
A leak creates energy that our plumbers can detect using infrared sensors. This is very useful when a leak occurs behind an obstruction that may inhibit sound. Infrared technologies are effective for other types of leaks as well, such as gas. When working outside, another benefit is that wind doesn’t affect thermal imaging.
We also install and maintain equipment that monitors your plumbing and that can detect leaks through water pressure, acoustic, and other sensors. Traditional systems sound an alarm, and there are smart systems as well that can send you an alert via your phone. Some can even disable the main water supply automatically to avoid damage.
Keep an eye out for these other signs that you may have a leak:
Low water pressure
Unexplained musty odors
Flaking paint or wallpaper bubbles
Cracks in your foundation or basement
Water stains on ceilings, walls, and floors
A spike in your water bill
O'Boys Plumbing, Heating & Air serves Blaine and other parts of Anoka County. We provide same-day service, and our team is also available around the clock for emergencies at no additional charge. You can count on us for great customer service and our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
