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You’ll sleep better knowing every hidden leak has been found and fixed. No more wondering if water is silently damaging your walls, floors, or foundation while you’re not looking.
Your water bills drop back to normal levels. Those unexplained spikes disappear when we locate and repair the leaks that have been wasting hundreds of gallons.
Your home stays structurally sound and mold-free. Early leak detection prevents the kind of water damage that leads to expensive restoration projects and health hazards.
We at All Rooter Hydro Jetting Experts Inc have been serving Wilmette and the greater Chicago area for years. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured with the advanced equipment needed to find leaks other companies miss.
Wilmette’s older homes, many built in the 1950s, present unique challenges with aging copper pipes and slab foundations. We understand these local conditions and have the technology to detect leaks without damaging your valuable property.
Our transparent pricing means no surprises on your bill. You’ll know exactly what the detection and repair will cost before we start any work.
We start with electronic leak detection equipment that amplifies the sound of water moving through your pipes. This lets us hear the unique frequencies that leaking water creates, even through walls and concrete.
Next, we use infrared cameras to detect temperature changes caused by escaping water. Hot water leaks show up as warm spots, while cold water leaks create cooler areas that our thermal imaging picks up instantly.
For the toughest cases, we deploy gas tracer systems that pump safe, non-toxic gas into your pipes. The gas escapes through even pinhole-sized leaks and our detectors locate it at the surface. This method finds leaks smaller than a pinhead without breaking through walls or floors.
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You get a comprehensive inspection using multiple detection methods. We don’t rely on just one tool – acoustic detection, thermal imaging, and pressure testing work together to find every leak.
Wilmette’s mix of older homes and newer construction requires different approaches. Your 1950s home with copper pipes under a concrete slab needs different detection methods than a newer home with PEX plumbing behind drywall.
We provide a detailed report showing exactly where each leak is located, how severe it is, and what repair options make the most sense for your situation. You’ll see the thermal images and hear the acoustic evidence yourself.
We use acoustic leak detection equipment that amplifies the sound frequencies water makes when it escapes from pipes. Each type of leak creates a unique sound signature that our electronic equipment can isolate and locate precisely.
Thermal imaging cameras detect temperature differences caused by water behind walls. Hot water leaks warm the surrounding area, while cold water leaks create cooler spots that show up clearly on infrared cameras.
For the most challenging cases, we use gas tracer systems that pump safe, non-toxic gas into your plumbing lines. The gas escapes through even tiny leaks and our surface detectors pinpoint exactly where it emerges.
Your water bill suddenly increased without any change in usage habits. Hidden leaks can waste hundreds of gallons per month, and Wilmette’s older homes are particularly susceptible to pinhole leaks in aging copper pipes.
You notice warm spots on floors, damp areas near your foundation, or the sound of running water when all fixtures are turned off. These are classic signs of slab leaks, which are common in homes built on concrete foundations.
Mold growth, musty odors, or water stains on walls and ceilings indicate moisture where it shouldn’t be. In Wilmette’s climate, even small leaks can create perfect conditions for mold growth behind walls.
Most residential leak detection takes 2-4 hours depending on your home’s size and the complexity of the plumbing system. Wilmette’s older homes sometimes require additional time due to multiple pipe materials and complex routing.
We start with the fastest methods like acoustic detection and thermal imaging. If we find obvious leaks quickly, the process moves faster. More challenging cases might require gas tracer systems, which add time but provide definitive results.
The detection process is non-invasive, so there’s no cleanup afterward. You can use your plumbing normally while we work, and we’ll only shut off water briefly if needed for pressure testing.
Yes, we use ground-penetrating radar and acoustic detection specifically designed for slab leak detection. These methods locate leaks in pipes running under concrete slabs without any excavation or damage to your floors.
Thermal imaging shows temperature changes in concrete caused by hot or cold water leaks underneath. Combined with pressure testing, we can pinpoint the exact location of slab leaks before any concrete work begins.
Gas tracer detection is extremely effective for slab leaks because the gas travels up through concrete and soil to the surface where our detectors find it. This method locates leaks as small as pinholes in pipes buried several feet underground.
Leak detection typically costs a few hundred dollars and uses non-invasive technology to locate problems. This investment saves thousands by pinpointing exactly where repairs are needed instead of guessing and cutting into walls or floors.
Repair costs vary based on location and severity, but early detection keeps them manageable. A pinhole leak caught early might need a simple pipe patch, while the same leak left undetected could require wall replacement and mold remediation.
We provide transparent pricing for both detection and repair services upfront. Many Wilmette homeowners find that professional detection pays for itself by preventing the extensive damage that hidden leaks cause over time.
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency leak detection services throughout Wilmette and the Chicago area. Water damage happens fast, especially with slab leaks or burst pipes behind walls, so quick response is critical.
Our emergency team carries portable acoustic detection and thermal imaging equipment to locate leaks immediately. We can often stop water damage within hours of your call, preventing the extensive restoration costs that delayed response creates.
Emergency detection focuses on stopping active leaks first, then conducting comprehensive detection once the immediate threat is controlled. This approach protects your property while ensuring we don’t miss any additional problems.
