Leak Detection

Dan from Plumbdog heads out to Caversham to repair a leaking reticulation main supply line feeding the irrigation solenoids.

After a previous inspection found a leak in the main supply, the solution was to replace the damaged supply pipe and install a new duo valve with backflow protection. This keeps the irrigation system running properly while also protecting the home’s potable water supply.

Working in 35°C Perth heat, Dan digs a trench, removes the old pipework, and installs a much cleaner and safer setup.

In This Video

•Tracking down a leaking reticulation main supply
•Digging a 300 mm trench to access the irrigation line
•Installing a new duo valve with proper backflow protection
•Reconnecting the existing irrigation solenoids
•Backfilling and tidying the entire irrigation setup

“Fixing the supply properly and installing the right backflow protection keeps the irrigation system working — without risking contamination of the main water supply.”

The Result

•Main irrigation supply leak repaired
•New duo valve installed for safe operation
•Backflow protection added for compliance
•Irrigation solenoids reconnected and functioning
•Site backfilled and restored neatly

The result is a neat, compliant, and leak-free irrigation system ready to keep the garden watered without wasting water.

Location: Caversham, WA
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Chris from Plumbdog heads out to Como to repair a suspected water leak that had been previously detected under concrete. What started as a simple cut-and-repair job quickly took a twist when the real cause of the water was uncovered!

In This Video

•Cutting concrete to locate an underground leak
•Discovering the leak wasn’t where expected
•Finding a retic pipe hit during testing
•Repairing a damaged copper line and installing a new bore valve
•Cleaning up and testing the repair

“Even the best leak detections can have surprises — but with proper testing, you’ll always find the real culprit.”

The Result

•Leak located and repaired
•Damaged retic and copper pipework fixed
•Bore valve installed for long-term reliability
•Site cleaned, tested, and restored to normal

Experience, attention to detail, and thorough testing make all the difference when tracking down tricky leaks under concrete.

Location: Como, WA
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Evan headed out to East Perth, WA for a roof leak call — and it didn’t take long to find the problem.

What should have been a straightforward decktite installation was done completely wrong.

The Problems Evan Found

•Screws in the wrong places

•No silicone underneath the decktite

•Fitted flat instead of angled (holding water instead of shedding it)

•Oversized cuts left unsealed

The result? Water pooling and being sucked straight into the roof cavity, leading to interior leaks.

Evan’s Fix

To set things right, Evan:
•Removed all the dodgy decktites
•Installed larger replacements to cover the oversized cuts
•Applied proper silicone seals
•Secured with screws in the correct positions
•Finished with tight, watertight fittings

The Result

This East Perth home is now:

•Leak-free 

•Protected with professional roof plumbing

•Set up for long-term reliability

“Roof penetrations are one of those jobs you can’t cut corners on — get it wrong, and leaks are inevitable.”

Location: East Perth, WA

Takeaway: Roof penetrations demand correct installation and sealing. Shortcuts cause leaks. Always trust a licensed plumber for roof work!

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James from Plumbdog is in Inglewood, WA, chasing down a tricky pool leak that had stumped three other leak detectors before him. The homeowner suspected the newly installed pool light might be the culprit — and James wastes no time putting that theory to the test.

The Problem

Despite recent installation work, the pool was losing water and the source wasn’t obvious. Challenges included:
•Previous leak detectors couldn’t locate the problem
•Multiple potential leak points around the pool light
•Small leaks hidden in screw holes from both old and new fittings

The Fix

James got straight to work:
•Dye testing to pinpoint water escaping from the pool light area
•Identified multiple leaks around screws from both old and new fittings
•Sealed leaks using marine-grade putty for a watertight result
•Tested repair to ensure the pool was leak-free before refilling

“Sometimes the problem isn’t where you’d expect. Precision and experience are key to finding hidden leaks like this.”

The Result

•Pool leak located and sealed successfully

•No further water loss detected

•Professional, long-term solution using marine-grade materials

•Homeowner reassured with a fully functioning pool

Location: Inglewood, WA
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