Leak detection

Leak detection is the process of identifying and locating hidden leaks in various systems such as pipes, tanks, fittings, or appliances. Timely and accurate leak detection is crucial to minimise property damage, reduce repair costs, and ensure overall safety. At MPL Ltd – Water Damage London, we use a combination of expertise and advanced technology to trace and access leaks with speed and precision.

IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technicians
& IR Thermographic Professionals

Our trained IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technicians and IR Thermographic Professionals conduct detailed trace and access surveys using non-destructive techniques, allowing us to find the source of water ingress without causing unnecessary damage to your property. This approach enables fast, targeted remedial work—helping to prevent secondary damage and reduce restoration costs.

Years of experience working with insurance companies

Building Insurance Claim Support
Trace & Access Cover

If you are insured for an "insured peril" such as escape of water, your policy may include trace and access cover—allowing you to reclaim the cost of locating and exposing the leak. As part of our Building Insurance Claim Management Service, we:

  • Assist with filing claims related to trace and access work
  • Provide full documentation of the damage and repairs
  • Liaise directly with insurers and loss adjusters on your behalf

With years of experience working with insurance companies, we ensure that the process is smooth, transparent, and stress-free.

Identifying and locating hidden leaks

Leak detection methods

We will pinpoint a leak anywhere in your property use of non-destructive track and trace methods which include:

Visual inspection surveys
Looking for signs of dampness, puddles, or water stains in plumbing systems, fittings, and appliances or in walls, floors, ceilings and roofs.

Pressure test surveys
By pressure gauge installations where any drop of pressure indicate leak.

Thermal image camera surveys
Infra-red cameras detect differences in temperature caused by water leaks, especially if the water is cooler than the surrounding environment.

Highly sensitive acoustic test surveys
Listening for the sounds of water escaping from a pipe. Specialized acoustic sensors or microphones can detect the sound waves caused by leaks.

Moisture mapping surveys
Use of moisture meters applying mapping the areas with higher than usual moisture content which can help pinpoint the leaks.

Borescope cameras
Probe cameras reaching small, enclosed spaces such as floor or ceiling voids and providing digital image can help pinpoint leaks.

Tracer dye test
A tracer dye is added to the system, and its movement can help pinpoint leaks.

IICRC S500-approved tools

Our tools and technology

We utilise industry-leading, IICRC S500-approved tools and equipment for precise leak detection:

  • Fluke TiS20+ & PTi120 Thermal Imaging Cameras 
  • Fluke 62 Max+ IR Thermometers 
  • Lixener 30 Accoustic leak detector
  • Tramex MRHIII Moisture Meters 
  • Tramex MRHIII Wood Moisture Content Meters 
  • Flexible Inspection Probes/Cameras

By combining expert knowledge with cutting-edge tools, MPL Ltd – Water Damage London delivers fast, effective, and non-invasive leak detection services—protecting your property and your peace of mind.