Water Line Leak Detection in New Brunswick, NJ
Pinpointing underground leaks in the main water service line to your property.
Locating Underground Water Leaks
The water service line runs underground from the city's water main (usually at the street or curb stop) directly into your basement or utility room. In New Brunswick, property owners are generally responsible for the maintenance of this line on their side of the curb stop. When this underground pipe breaks, it can leak thousands of gallons of water silently into the soil before you ever notice a problem.
Our water line leak detection New Brunswick NJ service uses specialized ground microphones and tracer gas to locate these subterranean leaks accurately. Finding the exact spot of the leak is crucial; it dictates whether you need a massive trench dug across your entire lawn or just a small, targeted excavation for a point repair.
Signs of a Main Water Line Leak
- Unusually High Water Bills: A massive spike in usage is often the first indicator.
- Soggy Yard or Sinkholes: Soft, muddy areas in your lawn, even during dry weather.
- Drop in Water Pressure: Noticeably lower pressure at faucets and showers inside the house.
- Hissing Sounds: The constant sound of running water near where the pipe enters your basement.
High Water Bill? Wet Spot in the Yard?
We locate underground service line leaks accurately to minimize excavation and repair costs.
Call (201) 510-1615Safety & Lead Considerations
Many older homes in New Brunswick were originally built with lead or galvanized steel service lines. If a leak occurs in one of these older lines, a full replacement is often required rather than a patch, in accordance with New Jersey's lead service line replacement initiatives. Furthermore, before any excavation for repair takes place, it is mandatory to contact NJ One Call (811) to mark out all public underground utilities.
If the leak appears to be coming from the drainage side rather than the supply, you likely need sewer line leak detection. For interior issues, we provide hidden water leak detection.