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Pressure testing
Confirms whether a water service is losing pressure and helps isolate the affected section.
Specialist leak detection · Mornington Peninsula
Find the leak.
Find the leak.
Before you open the wall.
Peninsula Leak Detective is focused solely on locating concealed water leaks. We use pressure testing, acoustic detection, thermal imaging and moisture assessment to narrow the source with the least disruption practical.
Concealed water leaks
Non-invasive diagnostics
Independent local specialist
Diagnosis before demolition
Specialist leak detection
Unexplained water use. Pressure loss. Hidden moisture.
We investigate the evidence and narrow the likely source before repair work is considered.
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Received a South East Water leak notification or unusually high usage alert?
Digital meters can identify continuously flowing water and South East Water may notify customers of a possible leak. If you cannot find the source, we can carry out targeted leak detection.
Leak detection only
Specialist diagnostics for concealed water loss.
We do not market general plumbing, drain cleaning or routine repair work through Peninsula Leak Detective. The service is focused on locating the leak and giving you clear findings for the next step.
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Acoustic leak detection
Listens for leak noise through pipework and building materials to identify the strongest signal.
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Thermal imaging
Checks for temperature anomalies that can indicate moisture movement or a leaking hot-water service.
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Moisture mapping
Maps affected areas to understand how water may be travelling through walls, floors, tiles or concrete.
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Service isolation
Separates likely sources so the investigation can focus on the correct line, fixture zone or building area.
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Leak location findings
You receive a practical explanation of what was tested, what the evidence indicates and the likely leak area.
Our scope is detection.
Peninsula Leak Detective is presented as a specialist diagnostic service. Any repair work can be arranged separately after the leak has been located.
Customer reviews
Leak work backed by an established local plumbing reputation.
Peninsula Leak Detective is operated by the same local business behind Backbeach Plumbing. We’ve selected feedback that is most relevant to diagnosing leaks, solving faults and explaining the repair process clearly.
Backbeach Plumbing
Google customer feedback · Sorrento / Mornington Peninsula
Google customer feedback · Sorrento / Mornington Peninsula
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5.0 Google rating
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“He was able to troubleshoot and fix our leak within 45 minutes.”
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Diagnosed a leaking pipe that had been driving unusually high water bills, then recommended and completed the solution.
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Praised Brendan for being professional, efficient and for taking the time to explain both the problem and the process.
Reviews relate to work completed under Backbeach Plumbing. Wording has been shortened or paraphrased for this website, except where quotation marks are shown.
South East Water leak alerts
Your meter says there may be a leak. What now?
South East Water’s digital meters can identify continuously flowing water and may send customers a leak notification. Their guidance is to check obvious sources first. If the source still cannot be found, specialist leak detection can help narrow it down.
Before you book
South East Water recommends checking whether your meter continues to move when water use has stopped. Their published leak-check process includes:
- Locate the water meter and note the reading.
- Stop normal water use at the property.
- Recheck the meter after a period with no intentional water use.
- If the reading changes, a leak may be present.
If you cannot find the source
That is where our service starts. We can investigate concealed water loss using pressure testing, acoustic detection, thermal imaging and moisture assessment to narrow the likely source.
Common reasons people call us:
- South East Water leak notification or high-usage alert
- Water meter continues moving with fixtures off
- Unexplained increase in water use
- Dampness, staining or moisture with no obvious source
- Suspected pipe leak under a slab, behind tiles or inside a wall
Peninsula Leak Detective is an independent business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or acting on behalf of South East Water.
How it works
A systematic leak investigation.
The process is designed to reduce uncertainty and narrow the fault location before anyone opens walls, floors or tiled areas.
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Confirm
We establish whether the symptoms are consistent with an active plumbing leak.
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Isolate
Testing is used to separate possible sources and narrow down the affected service or area.
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Detect
Acoustic, thermal, moisture and camera tools are used where they add useful evidence.
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Report
We explain what was found, the likely fault location and the evidence supporting that conclusion.
Why Peninsula Leak Detective
Built by a plumber, for real fault finding.
Leak detection is most useful when the person testing understands how plumbing systems are actually installed, how they fail and what a repair will involve.
SorrentoPortseaBlairgowrie
RyeRosebudDromana
Mount MarthaMorningtonMornington Peninsula
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Licenced plumbing experienceDiagnosis informed by hands-on plumbing knowledge, not just instrumentation.
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Non-invasive where possibleThe objective is to gather enough evidence to avoid opening unnecessary areas.
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Specialist equipmentThermal imaging, acoustic detection, CCTV, locating and pressure-testing equipment selected to suit the fault.
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Clear next stepsYou get a practical explanation of what the testing indicates and what should happen next.
Received a leak alert or suspect hidden water loss?
Tell us what prompted the investigation—South East Water alert, meter movement, high usage, dampness, staining or unexplained water—and we’ll assess the most appropriate diagnostic approach.
Contact
Tell us what prompted the leak investigation.
Include whether you received a South East Water notification, whether the meter moves when there is no intentional water use, where moisture is appearing, and any photos or screenshots you have.