Water Leak Detection on the Sunshine Coast
A hidden leak can quietly push up your water bill and damage walls, floors and slabs long before you see it. DYFA Plumbing’s licensed team finds leaks fast across the Sunshine Coast, from Caloundra and Kawana to Maroochydore, Noosa and the hinterland, using non-invasive leak detection that keeps digging and cutting to a minimum.
Once we’ve found the source, we can usually fix it on the same visit, so you’re not waiting on a second trade. Whether it’s a leak under the slab, a burst pipe in the yard or a slow drip behind the shower, we’ll find it and get it sorted properly.
How We Find Hidden Leaks
Every leak is different, so we match the method to the job. Depending on where the leak is, our team may use:
- Acoustic listening to hear water escaping from pressurised pipes underground or under a slab
- Thermal imaging to spot temperature changes from hot water leaks behind walls and under floors
- Pressure testing to confirm whether a section of pipe is losing water
- Moisture meters to trace damp in walls, ceilings and floors back to the source
- Drain cameras to inspect sewer and stormwater pipes from the inside
Because we find the exact location first, we only open up what we need to, which saves you money on the repair and on making good afterwards.
Common Signs You May Have A Water Leak
Most of the leak jobs we attend on the Sunshine Coast start with one of these warning signs:
- A water bill that’s higher than usual, or a high-usage notice from Unitywater
- Damp patches, bubbling paint or stains on walls and ceilings
- A musty smell or mould that keeps coming back
- Cracked tiles or lifting floorboards
- Lower water pressure than normal
- The sound of running water when everything is turned off
- Soggy or unusually green patches in the yard
Quick check: turn off every tap and water-using appliance, write down your water meter reading, then don’t use any water for an hour or two. If the reading has moved, you almost certainly have a leak somewhere on your property.
Think you’ve got a hidden leak?
Our licensed team will find it, explain your options and fix it properly. Servicing the whole Sunshine Coast.
Our Leak Detection Process
- Tell us what you’ve noticed. We start with your water bill, meter readings and any damp spots so we know where to look.
- Pinpoint the leak. We use the right detection equipment to find the exact location, whether it’s behind a wall, under a slab or underground.
- Explain your options. We show you what we found and give you an upfront quote before any repair work starts.
- Fix it properly. Many leaks can be repaired on the spot. Others need a section of pipe replaced so the problem doesn’t come back.
- Leave it tidy. We keep disruption to a minimum, clean up after ourselves and tell you exactly what’s been done.
Need a record for Unitywater or your insurer? Ask us for a written report of the leak and the repair.
Leaks We Find and Fix
- Slab and under-floor leaks: water escaping from pipes under the slab, especially in older homes.
- Underground water service leaks: between your water meter and the house, often under driveways and gardens.
- Shower and bathroom leaks: a leaking mixer or failed waterproofing can damage walls and floors. If the whole bathroom needs redoing, our sister business DYFA Bathrooms can help.
- Hot water system leaks: from relief valves, fittings or a failing tank. See our hot water systems page.
- Roof and gutter leaks: water coming through the ceiling after rain. Our roof plumbing team can fix it.
- Stormwater and drain leaks: cracked or root-damaged pipes, often repaired with pipe relining instead of digging up the yard.
Servicing The Sunshine Coast
We provide water leak detection right across the Sunshine Coast, including Caloundra, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore, Buderim, Nambour, Coolum, Noosa, Tewantin and up to Gympie. Our team gets onto leaks quickly, so a small problem doesn’t turn into a big repair bill.
To book leak detection, call our team on 07 5475 4152.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a leak?
If your water bill has increased, you are seeing damp areas, or your pressure has changed, it is worth having it checked. These issues usually point to a hidden leak.
Can you find leaks without cutting into walls or floors?
In most cases, yes. We use equipment designed to locate leaks without unnecessary damage, and we only open up areas when it is required to complete the repair.
Do you handle underground leaks?
Yes. We regularly carry out water leak detection work on underground pipes and external plumbing systems on Sunshine Coast homes.
How long does a leak detection job take?
Most jobs are completed within one visit, depending on how complex the issue is and where the leak is located.
Who is responsible for a leak, me or Unitywater?
Unitywater looks after the water meter and the pipes leading away from your property. Leaks on your side of the meter, including concealed leaks inside walls or under the slab, are the property owner’s responsibility to find and repair. Not sure which side the leak is on? We can check for you.
Is leak detection worth it?
In most cases, yes. A hidden leak keeps wasting water and damaging your home every day it goes unnoticed. Finding the exact location first means we only open up what’s needed, so the repair is quicker, tidier and usually cheaper than guessing.
Can you help with a concealed leak claim?
Unitywater has a concealed leak policy for leaks that couldn’t reasonably be seen. If you’re planning to apply, ask us for a written report of what we found and repaired, and check Unitywater’s current criteria before you lodge it.
Why Locals Choose DYFA Plumbing
The Sunshine Coast plumbing team you can trust.
On-Time & Reliable
We show up when we say we will.
No Hidden Fees
We offer upfront pricing with detailed quotes.
Experienced & Local
We know Sunshine Coast homes and systems inside out.
Available 24/7
Plumbing emergencies don’t keep business hours. Neither do we.
