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A homeowner noticed unusually high water bills and called Plumbdog for help. On this double-story Perth home, the leak was tiny — just 250 mL per minute — but causing major problems.

The Problem
Hidden leaks can be deceptively damaging. In this case:
•Small leak under the kitchen cupboard
•Copper pipes and sleeves feeding the sink
•Double-story access made detection tricky
Even tiny leaks like this can add up, resulting in high water bills and potential damage if left untreated.

The Investigation & Fix
Rich tackled the leak using precision tools and techniques:
•Compressed air and advanced leak detection equipment
•Carefully traced the leak without unnecessary damage
•Inspected copper pipes and sleeves feeding the kitchen sink
•Pinpointed the exact source of the tiny but tricky leak
💬 “Sometimes the smallest leaks are the hardest to find, but tracking them down saves the homeowner time, money, and stress.”

The Result
Leak located and confirmed
Minimal disruption to the kitchen area
Homeowner reassured and water bills under control
Tips provided for spotting early signs of hidden leaks
Professional detection = peace of mind and long-term savings.

Location: Perth, WA
Need help finding hidden leaks? Call Plumbdog Plumbing

When a burst pipe showed up under a client’s liquid limestone in Duncraig, Rich and Hugh from Plumbdog were called in to track it down.

What started as a “simple” leak detection quickly turned into a head-scratcher thanks to:

•Double-storey construction

•Past renovations

•Limited access around the property

💬 “Leaks never pop up in the easy spots… it’s always the worst-case scenario.”

🔎 Step 1: Sniffing Out the Leak

Armed with our acoustic leak detection gear, Rich and Hugh began tracing the tell-tale sounds of running water beneath the limestone.

Sure enough — they locked in on the burst. But with layers of concrete and tricky layouts, a straight repair wasn’t an option.

🛠️ Step 2: Above & Below Ground Fix

To give the client a practical, semi long-term solution, the boys:

•Rerouted sections of pipework above ground where possible (less digging, less cost)

•Carefully repaired the hidden lines still in use

•Made sure the new layout restored reliable supply without weak points

🧱 Step 3: Neat Finish

The job didn’t stop at the repair:

•Excavated sections were patched and reinstated

•Liquid limestone restored to blend back in

•Site left tidy despite the messy weather (and a windstorm full of leaves 🌬️🍂)

What Made This Job Stand Out

•Expert leak detection under liquid limestone

•Smart mix of temporary + permanent fixes

•Customer left with water back on, plus a neat reinstatement

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📞 Got a leak hiding under your liquid limestone?
Trust the team that sniffs them out and fixes them right.
👉 Call 1300 328 021 or book online at 🌐 www.plumbdog.com.au

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When you suspect a gas leak, time is critical — and experience makes all the difference. This week, James headed to Hall’s Head, WA, to investigate a suspicious smell that had been worrying a homeowner.

📍 Location: Hall’s Head, WA

🚩 The Problem

Right from the start, James had a hunch about where the issue was hiding. The homeowner mentioned:

•The old gas meter had been relocated previously

•The pipework layout didn’t quite make sense

•A strange gas odour kept lingering in the area

James trusted his gut — and decided to dig deeper at the original gas meter site.

🛠️ The Investigation & Fix

With the right tools (and a bit of plumber’s instinct), James quickly tracked the leak:

Dug down at the original meter location

Sprayed down the exposed pipe to test for leaks

Detected a gas odour and spotted bubbles forming

Confirmed the pipe weld had failed

Showed the homeowner the issue and prepared the repair

💬 “Sometimes you’ve just got to trust your instincts — I had a feeling it was here, and bingo, we nailed it.”

📌 The Result

•Gas leak confirmed & located safely

•Homeowner reassured with clear evidence

•Repair prepared for a long-term safe solution

This job proves why experience matters — James didn’t waste time chasing shadows. He trusted his training and nose, leading straight to the faulty weld.

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📞 Smell gas or suspect a leak?
Call the dogs that sniff them out – Plumbdog Gas Leak Detection Perth
👉 www.plumbdog.com.au | ☎️ 1300 328 021

 

Plumbdog leak detection specialist James is back on the tools in Ballajura, WA — this time called out for a suspected underground water leak.

🧪 Diagnosing the Leak

James starts with the water meter, confirming it’s spinning despite no taps running. This indicates a leak and lets us calculate the water loss per minute — useful not just for our detection process but also for the Water Corporation lost water claim after the repair.

🔎 Acoustic Leak Detection in Action

Armed with his Fuji acoustic detection gear, James checks around the front yard and gets a clear signal near the front hose tap. He uses his ground spike/listening stick, which comes out wet — confirmation that we’re right on top of the burst pipe.

🔧 Repair & Confirmation

After carefully digging down, James finds a split in the pipe. He provides a cost estimate on the spot, which the customer approves. The repair is done using Auspex pipe, which connects easily to most pipe types.

Final tests show the water meter is no longer spinning, and everything is watertight. James backfills, cleans up, and heads off to the next job.

🐾 Real Leak Detection by Real Plumbers

Forget guesswork — Plumbdog uses specialised acoustic equipment to accurately locate leaks without unnecessary digging. All repairs are completed by fully licensed plumbers, and we even help customers apply for lost water rebates.

Fully licensed & insured
Acoustic leak detection gear
Same-day emergency service available
Friendly, dog-loving team 🐶

📍 Need leak detection in Ballajura or nearby suburbs?
Contact us today and one of our leak detection specialists will be on their way — ears up and tools ready!

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