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Canada Water · SE16, SE8

Leak Detection in Canada Water

Non-destructive water leak detection across Canada Water, tracing hidden leaks with thermal imaging, acoustic sensors and tracer gas, then drying and treating the damage before it becomes mould.

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★★★★★ 4.9 from 18 Google reviews · trusted by Canada Water homeowners, landlords & property managers
Quick answer: If you have a suspected water leak at a property in Canada Water, our specialists trace the source without tearing the place apart, using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. A leak is not over when the water stops. Mould can start within 48 hours, so we find the source, dry the structure and treat any mould, all with one company. Leak detection is £800 to £1500 depending on scale. Call 020 3051 8478.
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Leak to dry to treated, one company in Canada Water

Canada Water's housing mix spans converted Victorian dock warehouses around Greenland Dock, 1980s Docklands-era low-rise estates near Surrey Quays, and new-build riverside apartment blocks around the lake. This spread of building ages and construction methods brings distinct leak risks, from perished flat roof membranes to ageing plumbing and stacked bathrooms prone to hidden escapes of water.

Leak Detection

Trace hidden water leaks without unnecessary damage using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. Leak detection →

Structural Drying

Dry walls, floors and voids after a leak or flood with monitored dehumidifiers, to completion. Structural drying →

Mould Treatment

Treat and prevent the mould that follows water damage, dealing with the moisture source first. Mould treatment →

Damp Investigation

Tell rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart, so the right repair is done once. Damp investigation →

Areas of Canada Water we cover

We attend leaks right across Canada Water and its neighbourhoods, including:

Common leaks in Canada Water homes

Perishing Flat Roofs on Converted Warehouse Apartments

Many Rotherhithe warehouse conversions near Greenland Dock kept their original flat roof structures when turned into flats. The waterproof membranes perish with age and weather exposure, letting rainwater track slowly along joists and old timber beams before it ever shows as a stain. By the time a top floor ceiling darkens, water may have been travelling through the structure for weeks, soaking insulation unseen.

Stacked Bathrooms in Riverside New-Build Developments

Newer riverside developments around the Canada Water masterplan stack bathrooms directly above one another across many storeys. A failed shower tray seal or cracked waste pipe joint on an upper floor sends water into the concrete floor void, where it travels sideways before dripping into the ceiling below. Residents often spot the damage in a neighbour's flat long before anyone traces the source several floors above.

Hidden Pipework Failures in Ex-Council Low-Rise Estates

The borough's older ex-council low-rise estates around Southwark Park and Silwood Street were built with pipework buried in solid floors and shared service risers. Perished pipe seals and corroded joints in these hidden runs can leak steadily for a long time, as concrete floors mask the escape of water until it surfaces through skirting boards or a neighbouring flat's ceiling, making the source difficult to trace without specialist equipment.

What our customers say

★★★★★

I have been dealing with damp and mould for years but these guys were able to come in and resolve the problem quickly and professionally. Their prices were fair and reasonable and they got the job done clean. 10/10 would use again and would recommend.

Thersa Waron Eurmind, via Google

★★★★★

Very helpful and professional, easy to communicate with about my mould issues and I received fast responses from the company on the best solutions for me. would recommend to all friends and family. 5/5

Jensen B, via Google

★★★★★

I recently used a damp and mould specialist company and was extremely impressed with the service from start to finish. From the initial survey, they were knowledgeable, thorough, and took the time to clearly explain the cause of the issue rather than just treating the symptoms.

Tarik Barak, via Google

Tip: If your water meter ticks over with every tap off, or a wall or ceiling stays damp with no obvious cause, there is a hidden leak. Finding it early is far cheaper than repairing the mould and damage it leaves behind.

Suspect a leak in Canada Water?

Call 020 3051 8478 or report a leak online. We trace, dry and treat for homeowners, landlords and managing agents across Canada Water.

Frequently asked questions

How much does leak detection in Canada Water cost?
Leak detection is £800 to £1500 depending on the scale and access. You get a written, insurance-ready report identifying the source.
Will you damage my home finding the leak?
No. We use non-destructive thermal imaging, acoustic sensors and tracer gas to pinpoint the leak before any access is opened up, so repairs are targeted.
Do you fix the damage after finding the leak?
Yes. A leak is not over when the water stops. We dry the structure with monitored dehumidifiers and treat any mould, so it is handled end to end.
Do you provide reports for insurance claims?
Yes. Every leak investigation comes with a clear written report including the cause, photographic evidence and recommendations, formatted for insurers and managing agents.