At Activ Plumbing Solutions, we offer professional acoustic leak detection services that help you find hidden water leaks quickly, cleanly, and without unnecessary damage. Whether it’s a mystery leak under your concrete slab, in your walls, or beneath your garden, our team has the right tools—and the know-how—to locate the problem accurately, so you can get it sorted.
We service homes and businesses right across Jervis Bay, St Georges Basin, Vincentia, and the wider South Coast. If you’ve got a leak and can’t see where it’s coming from, we’ll find it.
What Is Acoustic Leak Detection?
Put simply, acoustic leak detection is a smart, non-invasive way to track down water leaks. When water escapes from a pressurised pipe, it makes a noise—often too quiet for the human ear. Using specialised listening devices, we can detect that sound, trace it to the source, and locate the leak without ripping up tiles or digging blindly.
It’s quicker, cleaner, and more cost-effective than old-school methods. And when done right, it can save you thousands in unnecessary repairs.
How We Find the Leak
1. We Listen – With the Right Gear
Our experienced plumbers use ground microphones and listening sticks to hear what’s going on below the surface. These tools let us “listen” through concrete, soil, or walls to find that telltale hissing or bubbling sound that a leaking pipe makes.
2. We Analyse – Using Advanced Tech
If needed, we’ll use digital correlators to measure sound differences between two points on your pipe. This helps us zero in on the exact spot where water is escaping—even if it’s deep underground.
3. We Locate – With Minimal Disruption
Once we’ve found the loudest signal, we confirm the location and give you a clear plan of what needs to be done next. That means no second-guessing, no chasing leaks around your property, and no extra time wasted.
Why Choose Activ Plumbing for Leak Detection?
- Fast and Accurate – We pinpoint leaks without ripping things apart.
- Non-Destructive Methods – No unnecessary holes in your walls or floors.
- Save on Water Bills – Detect and fix leaks before they get expensive.
- Trusted Local Plumbers – Servicing Jervis Bay and surrounds for over 20 years.
- Fully Licensed & Insured – We know what we’re doing, and we stand by our work.
Common Signs You Might Have a Hidden Leak
Not sure if you need leak detection? Here are a few red flags to look out for:
- Sudden increase in your water bill
- Water stains on walls, ceilings or floors
- Musty smells or mould in unexpected places
- The sound of running water when taps are off
- Warm patches on your floor (a sign of a hot water pipe leak)
If any of that sounds familiar, give us a call. We’ll get to the bottom of it.
Servicing Homes and Businesses Across the South Coast
We provide acoustic leak detection for:
- Residential homes
- Commercial buildings
- Renovation and construction projects
- Outdoor and underground pipework
- Water Tanks
From Gerringong to Mollymook, Nowra to Sanctuary Point, we’re here when you need us.
Need to Find a Leak? Let’s Get It Sorted.
A leaking pipe doesn’t need to turn into a major disaster. With Activ Plumbing’s acoustic leak detection, we’ll locate the problem fast—so you can fix it before it gets worse.
📞 Call us today to book an inspection, or send us a message online. We’re local, reliable, and ready to help.