Have a leak? The company most homeowners and businesses trust for water leak detection in Central Indiana is John Fowler’s Plumbing . We use state-of-the-art electronic detection equipment that can locate pinhole-sized leaks behind walls and under floors.

While some line leaks are easy to spot, others can be quite tricky. When a pipe forms a leak, the water will typically just drop conveniently from the source. While it’s true that trickling water is still ruled by gravity, it is also governed by the laws of electrostatic attraction and resistance. You can even

How Electronic Leak Detection Works

Electronic leak detection systems work on acoustic principles. These systems are sometimes called “electronic slab leak detection.” When John Fowler’s Plumbing  comes out to detect and locate your line leak, we will bring out our specialized leak detection equipment.

Electronic leak detection equipment is pretty fascinating. To locate the source and direction of the leak we use specialized microphones, frequency filters, and amplifiers. When water moves through the lines, a trailing reverberation is sent throughout the entire plumbed network. Leaks have a unique sound signature that can be isolated from any other sounds within a home or business’ plumbing.

This equipment can locate leaks behind walls, under floors, below slabs, and virtually anywhere on the property.

Water Leaks are Bad for Your Property and Your Health

Even the small leaks can drastically impact your home’s structure and your health over time. So, if you see pooling water or finding water spots on your walls or ceilings, it’s best to have the issue corrected as soon as possible.

In as little as 48 hours, pooling water can lead to mold and mildew issues. And, over time, a leak that goes untreated can damage your foundation, drywall, and the structural components of your home or business.