Leak detection in Ipswich

Find the source, not just the puddle.

Ignite Plumbing investigates hidden and unexplained leaks in Ipswich homes — the water may show up metres away from where it enters. The right method depends on the type of leak, the layout of the property and what your water meter says, so we start with the evidence before any floor is lifted.

• Damp patches, mould growth or staining on walls and ceilings
• Water meters that move when everything is switched off
• Suspected leaks under floors, behind walls or in buried supplies
• Heating system losses — repeated pressure drops, radiator or valve leaks
• Slow leaks at cisterns, softeners and appliance connections

Describe the symptoms

Tell us where the water or damage shows, how long it has been there and whether it worsens with the heating on. Photos of the damp patch and your water meter help us plan.

Meter and isolation checks

We use your meter and the property's isolation points to confirm a leak exists and narrow down which section of pipework is involved. This alone often rules out whole areas of the house.

Trace and confirm

We investigate the suspect area and confirm where the water is entering. If the leak needs a specialist tracing method beyond our tools, we'll say so plainly and discuss the options before you spend anything further.

Repair and check

Once the source is found, we quote the repair separately. After the work, the pipework is checked and the meter re-tested so you know the leak has stopped.

Signs of a hidden leak

Damp or mould with no obvious cause, a persistent sound of running water, wallpaper lifting, or a boiler losing pressure repeatedly can all point to a concealed leak. The sooner the source is found, the smaller the repair usually is.

The water meter test

Turn off every tap, appliance and the boiler, then watch the meter. If the dial or numbers still move, water is escaping somewhere. Note the reading, leave it for an hour, and check again — it's useful evidence when you call.

Leaks on heating systems

A system that keeps needing re-pressurising may have a weeping radiator valve, a leaking joint or buried pipework losing water. We can trace heating losses and repair the fault once found.

What does leak detection cost?

It depends on the leak, the access and how far the investigation needs to go. Share photos, your meter reading and the property postcode when you enquire; the scope and price will be agreed before work begins rather than relying on a generic price list.

If it's an emergency

Burst pipes and sudden leaks are emergency callouts: £130 including VAT from 7am–10pm, £190 from 10pm–7am, with our 2-hour arrival guarantee for eligible callouts in Ipswich booked by telephone. See the full terms on our emergency page.