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Hidden water leak detection in Sydney

Water bill jumped or a damp patch spreading? Our licensed Sydney plumbers pinpoint the exact leak with acoustic, thermal and pressure testing; then show you where it is before anything gets opened up, with an upfront price first.

Same-Day Leak Location Leak pinpointed today
Upfront Price Fixed quote before we start
Non-Invasive First Find it before we dig or cut
Lifetime Workmanship On every repair we make
ASBCA 2024 award ASBCA 2025 award
Acoustic listening, thermal imaging & tracer gas
Pressure testing to confirm the leak before we open up
Minimal-damage location; walls and slab kept intact
Photos and a report you can send to your insurer

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Sydney leak detection specialists

The crew that finds hidden leaks across Sydney every day

Locating a concealed leak is precision work, not guesswork; and it’s what we do daily. We arrive with acoustic listening gear, a thermal camera, tracer gas and pressure test kits already on the truck, so the leak is pinpointed and confirmed before we ever suggest opening a wall or slab.

From a slab leak turning a Coogee living-room floor warm to a phantom water meter ticking over all night in a Hornsby unit, our licensed Sydney plumbers have traced thousands of hidden leaks the smart way; by narrowing it down with instruments first, not by cutting exploratory holes and hoping. Every job ends with the source marked, the evidence shown to you, and a clear plan to repair it.

  • NSW licensed plumbers
  • AS/NZS 3500 compliant repairs
  • Master Plumbers Association member
Meet the team
Sydney-wide leak detection coverage
7,500+ Hidden leaks located
95% Leaks pinpointed without cutting exploratory holes
4.9★ From 761 Google reviews
24/7 Emergency leak response

Current availability

Latest dispatch estimate

Available now · typical leak detection plumber arrival 30 to 55 mins For Sydney
Licensed leak detection plumber Acoustic, thermal & tracer gas carried on the truck

Hi there. What’s making you think you have a leak?

Hidden leaks are what we track down most; but if you landed here for another plumbing job, pick what you need and we’ll tailor everything to you.

What to do right now

Suspect a hidden leak? Do these 4 things first

The moment you suspect a leak, a few quick steps limit the damage and help us find it faster. Work through them in order; if water is still escaping or you can’t isolate it, call us and we’ll dispatch a licensed plumber the same day.

Live availability

How far away is your closest leak detection plumber?

Track our leak detection crew across Sydney in real time. Enter your suburb and we’ll show the estimated travel time from the closest available plumber carrying acoustic, thermal and tracer-gas gear.

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Before vs After

What changes when a licensed plumber locates the leak properly?

A hidden leak is one of the easiest jobs to get wrong; and the most destructive when someone starts cutting holes to “have a look”. Here is exactly what shifts when a licensed Sydney plumber locates it with instruments instead of guesswork.

Before

Guesswork or a handyman

  • The visible symptom has no confirmed source
  • A repair is chosen before the cause is checked
  • Access or price changes are left unexplained
  • The same symptom returns without further testing
  • There is no clear handover record
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After

Licensed Fixed Today detection

  • The fault is checked with a suitable diagnostic method
  • The likely cause and repair options are explained
  • The scope and price are approved before paid work
  • The result is tested before handover
  • Relevant invoice, warranty and compliance records are supplied
What you’ll actually get

The exact thread you’ll see on leak detection booking day

No marketing fluff. Every leak detection customer gets a thread like this on the day; booked, plumber assigned, ETA, vehicle ID, knock at the door. You always know what’s next.

  1. Booked

    A real plumber assigned, in writing.

    Your 2-hour window, plumber name, vehicle and the exact job; confirmed by SMS within minutes. Not a queue, not a callback.

  2. Routed

    Live ETA, refreshed as they drive.

    Once your plumber leaves the depot the ETA SMS auto-refreshes. No need to call and ask whether they’re still coming.

  3. Warned

    5-minute heads-up at the door.

    We text when the plumber is 5 minutes away, including vehicle and plate so you know who’s knocking before you open the door.

  4. Honoured

    Late-fee waiver, automatic.

    Miss the window without warning and the call-out portion of your invoice is automatically waived. No claim form, no negotiation.

On-Time, Live

We turn up when we say we will; here is the proof

Every leak detection job we attended today, with the booked window, the actual arrival time, and whether we hit it. We publish the misses too; and waive the call-out fee when we cause one.

46/47 On time today (detection)
21 min Avg arrival into window
97.4% 30-day on-time rate
Arrival updates From booking to arrival
  1. 01 11:38 am · Slab leak located, Coogee Check
  2. 02 10:52 am · High-bill leak trace, Newtown Check
  3. 03 10:22 am · Concealed wall leak, Mosman Check
  4. 04 9:51 am · Meter running overnight, Parramatta Check
  5. 05 9:08 am · Underground service line leak, Manly Check
  6. 06 8:24 am · Shower recess leak trace, Chatswood Check
46/47 On time today (detection)
The honest comparison

What other leak detectors won’t tell you.

Side-by-side with what most homeowners actually get when they pay someone to “find a leak”; no spin, no fine print. Just what we include as standard, and what tends to quietly get left off elsewhere.

  • Verified against published industry practice
  • Every column reflects our standard offer
  • No “premium” tier; this is what you get
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What matters
Fixed Today What you get
Other quotes What to check
  • Invoice and approved scope
    PROVIDED
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  • Repair testing explained
    INCLUDED
    ? Check the quote
  • Compliance paperwork
    WHEN REQUIRED
    ? Check the quote
  • Workmanship guarantee
    WRITTEN TERMS
    ? Check the quote
  • Product warranty details
    WHERE APPLICABLE
    ? Check the quote
  • Site clean-up after the job
    INCLUDED
    ? Check the quote
  • Required follow-up recorded
    IF NEEDED
    ? Check the quote
How It Works

What happens when you call us about a hidden leak in Sydney?

Same upfront pricing whether it’s a warm patch on the floor this morning, a water bill that has doubled, or a commercial building losing water overnight. Here is exactly what to expect from the first call to the warranty.

Step 01
Step 01

Tell us what you’re noticing

High water bill, damp patch, mould, a warm spot on the floor or a meter that won’t stop. We use these clues to load the right detection gear; acoustic, thermal, tracer gas or pressure test kit; before we leave.

Booking Recorded

Visit details confirmed

Contact method Confirmed
Address checked
Access notes Added
Step 02
Step 02

Licensed plumber confirms and narrows the leak

A qualified plumber meter-tests and pressure-tests to confirm a leak exists, then uses acoustic listening and thermal imaging to narrow it from a room down to a precise point; before quoting any works.

On-site Assessment

Fault checked in context

Symptoms checked
Likely cause explained
Options As needed
Step 03
Step 03

Fixed price to locate and repair, in writing

You get an upfront price to pinpoint the leak, plus the cost to repair it once located. You decide how far to go. No upsell, no pressure, no surprise line items.

Scope and Price

Confirmed before repair

Repair scope Written
Fixed price Confirmed
Approval Required
Step 04
Step 04

Located, repaired and warranted

We mark the source, make one neat access point, repair the leak to AS/NZS 3500, retest to confirm it’s dry, and leave you a report; backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty.

Completion Check

Result and records reviewed

Result tested
Work area cleaned
Invoice provided
Every leak detection job in Sydney is backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty; in writing, on your invoice.
Licensed Fixed Today plumber locating a hidden water leak
RIDGID pipe location equipment Reece plumbing supplies Master Plumbers Association member
Thermal camera showing a concealed pipe leak behind a wall
Our Guarantee

Located precisely, and guaranteed in writing

Every leak we locate and repair is covered by our lifetime workmanship warranty on the work we did, with an upfront fixed price and no call-out fee. If a leak we repaired returns from the same fault, we come back; that is the whole point of finding it precisely the first time.

Why licensing matters

Licensed plumber vs. unlicensed worker

Plumbing work in NSW must be carried out by a licensed plumber. It is not just a formality, licensing protects your home, your insurance, and your right to recourse if something goes wrong.

Licensed plumber

What you get

  • Work is insured and meets the National Plumbing Code
  • Compliance Certificate issued for every job
  • Home insurance and warranty stay valid
  • Statutory warranty backed by NSW Fair Trading
  • Clear path to dispute resolution if needed
Unlicensed worker

What you risk

  • Work may breach the NSW Plumbing and Drainage Act
  • No Compliance Certificate: issues at resale
  • Home insurance claims commonly denied
  • No statutory warranty on the work performed
  • Limited recourse: Fair Trading cannot assist
Our NSW Plumbing Licence 236784C Fixed Today Plumbing Pty Ltd

Most home insurance policies will not pay out for damage caused by unlicensed plumbing work. A burst hot water unit from a non-compliant install can void cover on the entire claim, often tens of thousands of dollars.

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What we can do on your job

Common leak detection jobs we run every day

These tiles describe what we do; they are not separate booking pages. Tap through to the quick enquiry on this page and tell us what’s happening; we match you to the right service and quote from there.

What we do

Sydney leak detection, by the numbers

We locate hidden leaks every day across Sydney, from slab leaks in the Eastern Suburbs to underground service lines on the North Shore. Here is the volume behind the team.

  • NSW licensed plumbers on every job
  • Acoustic, thermal, tracer gas & pressure kit on every truck

7,500+

Hidden leaks located since 2010

97.4%

On-time arrival, 30-day average

95%

Leaks pinpointed without exploratory holes

4.9★

Rated from 761 Google reviews

Customer Reviews

What Sydney says after we’ve found the leak

A hidden leak is a quiet emergency; a bill that climbs and damage you can’t see. These are real customers; slab leaks, high bills, damp walls; telling you what the experience was actually like.

4.8★★★★★ 4.7★★★★★ 4.6★★★★★ 4.5★★★★★
Sarah Chen Google
★★★★★

Our hot water system died on a Friday night. Fixed Today came out Saturday morning, diagnosed the issue, and gave us clear options with pricing before starting any work. New system installed same day. Professional, punctual, and genuinely helpful.

Hot Water Bondi
James Mitchell Google
★★★★★

Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. Called at 7am with a burst pipe and they had a plumber at our door within the hour. Upfront pricing, no surprises, and the job was done properly. The plumber even cleaned up afterwards. Could not recommend Fixed Today enough.

Burst Pipes Parramatta
Angela Kowalski Trustpilot
★★★★★

Fixed Today replaced our old gas hot water system with a new continuous flow unit. The technician explained all the options, helped us choose the right size for our household, and completed the install in half a day. Clean, professional, and the pricing matched the quote exactly.

Hot Water Castle Hill
Mark Henderson Facebook
★★★★☆

Good honest service. The plumber was upfront about what needed fixing versus what could wait. Appreciated that they didn’t try to upsell. Job was completed quickly and cleanly. Only reason for 4 stars is the initial wait time was a bit longer than quoted.

Leaking Taps Newtown
Chris O’Brien Yelp
★★★★☆

Solid work on our kitchen mixer tap replacement. The plumber suggested a better quality tap than what I originally picked and it’s been great. Fair pricing and tidy workmanship. Would recommend to neighbours.

Leaking Taps Mosman
David Okonkwo Google
★★★★★

Third time using Fixed Today for different plumbing jobs across our rental properties. Consistently reliable, always on time, and the upfront pricing means no bill shock. Their CCTV drain inspection saved us thousands by identifying the real problem first.

Blocked Drains Penrith
4.9 ★★★★★ 761 customer reviews
Payment options

Pay how you like, only when the job is done

Cards, EFTPOS, mobile wallets and bank transfer accepted on the spot. No payment required until your plumber finishes the job to your satisfaction.

We accept
Pay on completion

Settle once you’re happy with the work.

Tax invoice supplied

Itemised invoice emailed on the spot.

Split payments

Afterpay & Zip on jobs over $200.

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Homeowner’s Handbook

How to catch a hidden leak early

A short editorial guide written by our senior leak detection plumbers. No fluff, no scare tactics; just the signs and checks that catch a concealed leak before it wrecks a floor or a ceiling, and how to tell a real find from a lucky guess.

Homeowner checks

The six signs that give a hidden leak away

  • Watch your water bill and meter
  • Track damp patches, stains and bubbling paint
  • Notice warm spots and unexplained mould
  • Understand why finding it first saves thousands
  • Don’t forget the pipes you can’t see outside
  • Know what a proper leak find looks like
Quote checklist

Walk-away signs on a leak detection job

  • They start cutting holes before confirming there’s a leak
  • No meter test or pressure test is ever done
  • No acoustic, thermal or tracer-gas equipment on the truck
  • No price given until they’ve already opened a wall
  • They can’t provide a written report for your insurer
  • No workmanship warranty on the repair
Trust check

Verify a plumber’s licence yourself. Service NSW lets anyone verify a plumber’s contractor licence in under a minute; and water-service repairs legally require one. Bookmark the link: it’s the single most useful tool a homeowner has. Our NSW licence is 305428C.

Open the Fair Trading check

Six questions every homeowner should ask

Live

Right now across Sydney

Our team is on the road today. Here’s where they’ve been.

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FAQs

Leak detection questions, answered straight

Direct answers to the questions our leak detection customers ask most. If yours isn’t here, give us a call; we’ll tell you straight.

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