Rich from Plumbdog is on-site dealing with a hidden pinhole leak in a 20 mm copper main feed. Buried under roots and concrete, this leak was causing a significant 16 L per minute water loss. Watch as Rich uncovers the problem and performs a professional repair.
The Problem
The homeowner noticed water loss, but the source wasn’t visible. Challenges included:
•Pinhole leak in the main copper line
•Buried under tree roots and concrete
•High water loss impacting pressure and bills
The Fix
Rich tackled the repair methodically:
•Excavated roots and concrete to access the damaged pipe
•Cut out the damaged section and installed a new copper piece using crimp slip fittings
•Tested and flushed the line to ensure full water pressure and no further leaks
“Tree roots and internal scaling often cause hidden bursts. Locating and repairing them properly is key to preventing ongoing damage.”
The Result
•Hidden copper main leak located and repaired
•Water loss stopped, pressure restored
•Full system tested and ready for long-term reliability
•Homeowner reassured with a professional, permanent solution
Location: Perth, WA
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