We find the leak first time - without ripping up your floors. Thermal imaging, acoustic and tracer-gas detection. Reports written for your insurer.
Hidden leaks are easy to misdiagnose. The result? Floors lifted, walls broken open - and the leak still leaking.
HUBB Group's leak detection team uses a combination of non-destructive techniques that allow us to pinpoint the source of a leak without unnecessary damage to your property. Our reports are accepted by every major UK insurer.
Whether it's a slow drip behind a kitchen unit, a central heating leak pushing pressure down every week, or a burst water main under your driveway - we find it first, and we fix it properly.
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We don't guess. We combine multiple non-destructive technologies to give you a confirmed location before any work begins.
High-resolution infrared cameras detect tiny temperature differences caused by water behind walls, under floors and inside pipework - without touching a single tile.
Ground microphones and pipe-correlation devices listen for the unique sound signature of escaping water - invaluable for pressurised systems and water mains.
A safe hydrogen/nitrogen mix is introduced into the system and traced to the leak point with sensitive detectors - the gold-standard method for difficult, intermittent leaks.
We use detection technology to locate the leak before lifting a single floorboard.
Same-day attendance for urgent leaks across Essex and the wider Southeast.
Detailed written reports with photos and diagrams, written for trace & access claims.
Upfront pricing before any repair work starts. Always.
Every leak repair backed by a written guarantee - and a team that stands behind it.
Same engineers from investigation to fix - no subcontractors, no handovers, no dropped balls.
Engineer attends, deploys thermal, acoustic and/or tracer gas. Findings discussed on-site.
Same-day written report with photos and exact leak location, suitable for your insurer.
Repair carried out, system tested and recommissioned. Warranty issued.
Almost never. Our entire approach is built around non-destructive detection - thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods locate the exact point of the leak so that any access required is minimal and targeted. If access is needed for the repair, we discuss and quote for it before lifting a single tile.
Most home insurance policies include "trace and access" cover specifically for leak detection. Our reports are formatted for direct submission to insurers and we'll handle the paperwork for you. If you'd like us to liaise with your insurer directly, just let us know.
We guarantee a 4-hour response for emergencies across Essex and the wider Southeast - most jobs are reached within 60–90 minutes. For non-urgent investigations, we'll usually offer you an appointment within 24–48 hours.
Our standard investigation is charged at our hourly rate. If your insurer is covering the cost, you settle our invoice and reclaim from them. We'll always agree the price with you up-front in writing before any work begins.
Yes. The same team that diagnoses the leak carries out the repair, so there's no handover, no waiting for another contractor and no risk of the diagnosis getting lost in translation.
Intermittent leaks are our speciality. Tracer-gas detection in particular is highly effective for slow, occasional or pressure-dependent leaks that other companies struggle with.
We cover the whole of the UK.
The most common signs are an unexplained rise in your water bill, damp patches or a musty smell, the sound of running water when everything's switched off, and a drop in water pressure. A water meter test is a good first check if you're not sure - or just call us and we'll talk it through.
A plumber deals with what they can see and access. We use thermal imaging, acoustic detection and tracer gas to find leaks that aren't visible - which is why we're often called in after a plumber couldn't locate the source.
Yes. Every investigation ends with a written report covering our findings, the method used and photo evidence, formatted for direct submission to insurers.
Losing water from your pool but not sure where? HUBB Group's specialist pool leak detection team uses pressure testing, dye testing, acoustic equipment and underwater ROV cameras to find the exact source - without unnecessary excavation or damage to your pool.
We investigate all pool types: outdoor liner pools, concrete and fibreglass shells, indoor pools, spas and commercial pools. Once found, our engineers carry out all remedial works required to bring the job to completion - liner repairs, skimmer replacements, pipework fixes and full reinstatement.
Pressure testing rigs, acoustic ground microphones and dye testing - used together to pinpoint leaks in pipework, fittings and pool shells.
Dye is introduced near fittings and liner seams. Any escaping water draws the dye toward the exact point of loss - visible, precise and non-destructive.
Pump seals, heat exchangers, backwash valves and filter connections are all checked - the plant room is a common source of pool water loss that is often overlooked.
Call 01206 615212 for an immediate response or send us a quick enquiry. Our leak detection team covers Essex, Suffolk, Hertfordshire and the wider Southeast.
