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Leak Detective, 32 Grayshill Road, Westfield, Cumbernauld (2026)

15/06/2026

💧 Not Every Leak Starts with Pipework

A homeowner in Bedford had noticed water staining spreading across their lounge ceiling. The timing seemed suspicious too - the problem became much more noticeable after their daughter moved back home and started regularly using the en-suite shower above.

Martin from Leak Detective Bedfordshire was called in to investigate. Moisture readings confirmed active water ingress, and a controlled water test quickly narrowed the issue down to the en-suite shower but the culprit wasn't a burst pipe:

Further investigation revealed several installation defects:

🔎 The shower tray was missing a central support leg
🔎 The tray had been installed out of level
🔎 Water was escaping behind the shower enclosure
🔎 Inadequate boarding behind the tiles allowed moisture to track into the wall cavity

The escaping water had travelled much further than expected. Evidence of dampness, mould and elevated moisture readings were found behind a wardrobe in an adjacent bedroom, as well as within the lounge ceiling below.

In this case, the staining in the lounge was only part of the story. The real problem was hidden behind the shower.

Another great investigation from Martin and the team at Leak Detective Bedfordshire 👏

12/06/2026

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending and exhibiting at the BDMA (British Damage Management Association) Conference & Awards 2026. 👏

We were also proud to sponsor the Digital or Technical Innovation of the Year Award, recognising the organisations helping to drive our industry forward through technology and innovation. Congratulations to Cotality UK Insurance Solutions on winning the award and to all of the winners and finalists who continue to raise standards across the claims, damage management and restoration sectors. 🏆

It was great to connect with so many industry professionals, hear from inspiring speakers, and discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping our sector.

At Leak Detective, innovation is at the heart of what we do. Through advanced, non-invasive leak detection technology and our growing national network, we're committed to helping insurers, loss adjusters, restoration companies and property owners find hidden leaks quickly and accurately.

David Hunt presented the Digital or Technical Innovation of the Year Award on behalf of Leak Detective during the awards ceremony.

Thank you to the BDMA team for organising another excellent event. We’re already looking forward to next year!

11/06/2026

💧 The Water Company Said There Was a Leak... But Where?

A homeowner in Crownhill, Milton Keynes was contacted by their water supplier after abnormal water usage suggested a leak on the incoming water main. The estimated loss? Around 12 litres every hour.

With no obvious signs of water escaping, Martin from Leak Detective Bedfordshire was called in to investigate.

The first step was to confirm the leak was real.

With the internal stopcock isolated, the boundary meter continued to record water usage, matching the water company's estimate and confirming a continuous loss on the supply pipe.

An acoustic survey provided a clue, but not enough to pinpoint the source, so tracer gas was introduced into the pipework.

As the survey progressed across the driveway and towards the boundary, the readings suddenly climbed - identifying the leak location in the public footpath between the boundary stopcock and nearby utility services.

🔎 Leak traced to the incoming water main
🔎 Located within the public footpath at the property boundary
🔎 Responsibility of the water authority rather than the homeowner

Not every leak ends with an excavation.

Sometimes the biggest value is giving the homeowner clear evidence of exactly where the problem is - and who needs to fix it.

Great work from Martin and the team at Leak Detective Bedfordshire 👏

10/06/2026

🎉 2 Years of Leak Detective Birmingham Central 🎉

Today we're celebrating Wasim at Leak Detective Birmingham Central, who reaches his second anniversary with us 💧

Over the past two years, Wasim has built a strong presence across Birmingham, helping countless homeowners and businesses find and resolve hidden leaks with confidence.

Reaching two years is a significant milestone in any business journey, and it's been great to see the progress he's made, the relationships he's built, and the reputation he's established in the area.

Thank you for your continued hard work and commitment to the brand, Wasim. Here's to an even bigger year ahead! 👏

Congratulations on reaching the two-year mark.

09/06/2026

🎉 1 Year of Leak Detective Sussex 🎉

Today we’re celebrating nick upton at Leak Detective Sussex, who reaches his first anniversary with us 💧

Over the past 12 months, Nick has made a brilliant start - building strong momentum in the area and establishing a great reputation locally.

His hard work, professionalism, and proactive approach have helped drive the business forward from day one, and it’s been fantastic to see the progress he’s made in such a short space of time.

A fantastic first year and plenty more to come 👏 Congratulations, Nick!

27/05/2026

🎉 1 Year of Leak Detective Kent 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Em at Leak Detective Kent, who reaches his first anniversary with us 💧

Building a business in a competitive area is never easy, but over the past 12 months Em has shown real determination, resilience, and drive as he continues to grow his presence across Kent.

What stands out most is his attitude - always pushing forward, developing the business, and putting the work in to keep building momentum. That mindset will take him a long way.

We’re looking forward to seeing what year two brings 👏 Congratulations, Em!

20/05/2026

🕵️ A nail. A pinhole. A whole kitchen pulled apart. Sometimes the smallest culprit causes the biggest headache.

Azeem at Leak Detective Leeds & Sheffield was called to a property in Leeds where the underfloor heating circuit would not hold pressure. The homeowner had noticed a faint hissing whenever they topped up the system. A classic sign that water was escaping somewhere it should not.

Here is how Azeem traced it 👇

🔍 Repressurised the system and listened for escaping water around the kitchen units
🔍 Used a borescope camera through a small void to confirm a leak below the floor
🔍 Removed a floor tile to reveal a damp patch with a nail sitting dead centre
🔍 Exposed the underfloor heating pipe to find a pinhole leak, lined up perfectly with the nail

The cause? A single nail that had punctured the pipe and slowly saturated the subfloor over time. The video below shows the leak in action 🎥💧

This is exactly why specialist leak detection matters. No guesswork, no ripping out an entire floor on a hunch. Just the right equipment, a methodical approach, and a confirmed diagnosis.

Got a leak you cannot find? We cover the whole of the UK. 📍

💼 Interested in running your own Leak Detective franchise? We are expanding nationwide and would love to hear from you.

18/05/2026

We’re excited to welcome our newest franchisees to the growing Leak Detective network - Leak Detective Glasgow North 🎉

A huge welcome to Matt (pictured with David) and Dale , who are joining the team and bringing with them over 20 years of industry experience through their established plumbing and heating business.

Adding Leak Detective as a bolt-on to their existing business means customers across Glasgow North will now also benefit from professional non-invasive leak detection services backed by our national brand, systems, training, and support network.

We’re delighted to have Matt and Dale on board and look forward to seeing their franchise grow.

Please join us in welcoming them to the team 👏

11/05/2026

💧 Water Running Out Onto the Pavement… and a Meter Spinning Non-Stop

That was the problem at this convenience store in Airdrie, where water could be seen seeping through the pavement outside whenever the mains supply was turned on. The water meter told the same story with nothing in use inside the shop, it was still recording a huge 10.5 litres per minute.

Our technician Jonny attended to investigate. Using a combination of:

🔎 Acoustic testing
🔎 Utility tracing
🔎 Tracer gas leak detection

…the underground supply pipe was traced directly through the middle aisle of the shop.

Strong tracer gas readings were then detected beneath the tiled floor where the original building met a later extension. But when the floor was opened up, things weren’t quite as straightforward as expected.

After lifting tiles and excavating below the suspended floor, the team discovered additional layers beneath the flooring meaning the leak wasn’t exactly where first thought. So the investigation continued.

Eventually, the source was exposed:

🔎 A split 28mm brass coupler on the mains supply, hidden beneath the shop floor.

The damaged fitting was cut out, the pipework repaired and pressure tested.
✔ Meter stopped spinning
✔ No further leaks detected
✔ Floor reinstated before leaving site

Another great find and fix from Jonny👏

🎥 Watch the video showing the leaking fitting once exposed.

08/05/2026

💧 Water Coming Up Through the Drain Channel? That’s Never a Good Sign

That was the situation at this property in Edinburgh, where water could actually be seen pushing up through the rear garden drainage channel.
Scottish Water had already confirmed it was a mains water leak but the exact location still needed to be identified.

Ben from Leak Detective Edinburgh attended to investigate.
Using acoustic listening equipment, the highest readings were detected beneath the slabs outside the rear doors leading into the garden area.

Once access was gained beneath the slabs, the source became clear:

🔎 A split in an underground section of lead pipework, hidden directly beneath the patio slabs with water tracking underground before surfacing through the drainage channel.

Another great investigation from Ben at Leak Detective Edinburgh 👏

🎥 Watch the video to see the leak exposed underground.

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