Water mains leak detection for care homes

Signs of an underground water main leak at a care home

Rising water consumption, reduced pressure and persistent wet patches outside can all point to a buried leak on the care home’s supply pipe. Share recent meter readings and any change in occupancy or water use so the engineer has a useful starting point.

• Incoming mains and private supply pipes
• Pipe routes beneath gardens, paths and access roads
• Supplies to separate wings and outbuildings

How do you find a leak in a care home’s water main?

ADI may use acoustic listening, leak correlation or tracer gas to help locate escaping water, depending on the pipe and the conditions on your site. Pipe material, depth, pressure and background noise affect which methods are suitable.

Will mains leak testing interrupt the care home’s water supply?

It might, because some tests need part of the supply temporarily isolated, which must be agreed with the person responsible for the home before work begins. Testing may also require access to meters, valves and plant rooms. Plan how kitchens, laundry and resident bathrooms will be supported during any isolation.

Will repairing a care home water main leak need excavation?

Locating the leak first helps target the access work for a repair, but it does not guarantee that no excavation will be needed. Ask ADI to confirm the investigation scope, report and repair options when booking.