Determining the exact location of a slab leak is nearly impossible without the right technology. For example, the hydrostatic test used to determine if the supply line is damaged won’t tell the plumber exactly where the leak is.
This is why many plumbers use a combination of slab leak detection technology, including line tracing equipment, camera pipe inspection, and the static pressure test.
Many plumbers use equipment called an industrial plumbing endoscope, which feeds into your drain and gathers an inside look at your drain with a camera. Electromagnetic locators can also use frequencies to spot the leak.
Other systems can use ultrasonic wavelengths to alert homeowners to leaks in the pipes early on. Our plumbers can also use thermal imaging, moisture detection, and sonar-guided listening devices.