Hidden water leaks waste $300–$1,200 a year in unexplained water bills, but the bigger cost is structural — drywall mold, framing rot, slab corrosion. We find leaks fast with thermal imaging cameras (FLIR), acoustic detection (mic-on-pipe), and helium tracer gas where needed. Most Port Moody leaks are pinpointed within an hour without opening any walls speculatively.
Common Port Moody leak patterns are predictable. Glenayre and College Park homes (1960s–80s galvanized supply) leak at fittings buried in slab or concealed in walls. Heritage Mountain and Heritage Woods (1990s–2000s copper or PEX) leak at solder joints, fittings, and rare manufacturing flaws. Suter Brook and Newport Village condos commonly leak at flex lines, dishwasher hoses, washer hoses, and shower valve cartridges. Heat-trace failures after a Heritage Mountain freeze rupture cause some of the most damaging hidden leaks.
Every detection visit comes with a written report — leak location, suspected cause, repair scope, and photo documentation. Useful for home insurance claims (most water-damage incidents are covered if you act quickly). 1-hour callback guaranteed, 24/7.
What's Included
Thermal imaging detection
FLIR-grade thermal cameras find temperature anomalies behind walls and under floors — water leaks show clearly without invasive cutting.
Acoustic leak detection
Pipe-microphone diagnostic for slab leaks and pressurized supply leaks. Pinpoints the leak within 6–12 inches before any concrete or drywall opens.
Helium tracer gas (when needed)
For radiant heat lines, hidden DWV leaks, and complex slab leaks. Pressurize the line with helium, sniff with a detector — finds leaks invisible to thermal or acoustic.
Slab leak repair options
Three approaches: spot repair (saw-cut concrete, repair, patch), re-route above slab (run new line through wall), or whole-line replacement. We recommend based on age and cause.
Insurance documentation
Photos, written cause-of-loss report, repair scope. Many Port Moody clients get the detection + repair covered by home insurance.
Same-day repair
Most detected leaks are repaired in the same visit if access is straightforward. Slab leaks and major re-routes booked within 24–48 hours.
Where Port Moody Leaks Hide
Galvanized fittings in Glenayre and College Park are the #1 leak source in older Port Moody. Original 1960s–80s galvanized supply runs corrode from inside out — leaks start at threaded fittings, often hidden in slab or wall cavities. Detection: usually acoustic + thermal. Repair: spot replace in PEX or copper, or full re-pipe (we recommend re-pipe if you're seeing a 3rd leak in two years).
Failed shower valve cartridges in Suter Brook and Newport Village condos cause more strata insurance claims than any other plumbing issue. Symptom: small constant drip into the wall cavity, leading to ceiling stain in the unit below within 2–4 months. Detection: thermal imaging on the shower wall. Repair: cartridge replacement, sometimes valve body replacement, takes 2–4 hours.
Heritage Mountain post-freeze pipe ruptures are common after cold snaps below -10 °C. The freeze damages the pipe wall but the leak only shows up days or weeks later when full pressure resumes. Detection: thermal imaging often shows the cold spot before the leak appears. Repair: section replacement plus heat trace + insulation to prevent recurrence.
Slab leaks in 1970s-80s Glenayre and Pleasantside ranchers are the most expensive to find and repair. Original copper supply runs through the slab. Pinhole leaks form, water travels under the slab, eventually shows as a wet spot on the floor or unexplained heating bill. Acoustic detection + spot saw-cut repair, or re-route above slab.
Port Moody Leak Detection & Repair — Pricing
Detection is bundled with repair. Most leaks pinpointed within 60–90 minutes.
- Leak detection visitBundled / waived with same-day repair$220 – $380
- Visible pipe leak repair (single section)$320 – $580
- Hidden wall leak repair (drywall access + repair)$580 – $980
- Shower valve cartridge replacement$320 – $520
- Slab leak — spot saw-cut repair$1,400 – $2,400
- Slab leak — above-slab re-routeSometimes more cost-effective$1,800 – $3,200
- Heat trace + pipe insulation (post-freeze prevention)$280 – $620
What Port Moody Homeowners Say
“Pipe burst on a Saturday night in our Newport Village townhouse. Called at 9pm — tech was here in 45 minutes. Stopped the flood, replaced the section overnight, and helped us file the strata insurance paperwork. Total lifesaver.”
“1968 Glenayre rancher — original galvanized was failing. They re-piped the whole house in PEX over three days, only opened drywall where they had to, and patched everything before leaving. Pressure is back to normal everywhere.”
“Pleasantside waterfront home — old gas tank was rusting out. They installed a heat pump water heater after confirming the panel had capacity, and submitted the BC Hydro rebate on our behalf. Hot water back the same afternoon.”
Other Port Moody Plumbing Services
We handle the full plumbing silo for Port Moody homes — every service below is from the same in-house team, dispatched from Coquitlam.
Port Moody Plumbing FAQs
The questions Port Moody homeowners ask us most about this service.
How do you find a hidden leak without opening walls?
What does leak detection cost in Port Moody?
Will my home insurance cover a hidden leak?
I have a slab leak — should I spot-repair or re-route?
How fast can you respond to a leak emergency in Port Moody?
Should I shut off the water before you arrive?
Hidden Leak in Your Port Moody Home? We'll Find It Today.
Thermal imaging + acoustic detection + same-day repair. Insurance documentation included. 1-hour callback guaranteed.
- 1-hour callback guaranteed — a real human answers, not a call center.
- Same rates 24/7 — no overtime, weekend, or holiday surcharges, ever.
- Licensed, insured, permitted — Red Seal gas fitters, FSR electricians, $5M coverage.
- 10-year workmanship warranty — industry-leading labor warranty plus full manufacturer parts coverage.