Water leak detection
Water leak detection for Edmonton condos and commercial buildings.
A wet ceiling does not always reveal where water started. It can travel along pipe runs, framing, penetrations, or sloped surfaces before it becomes visible. A useful leak investigation follows the evidence back toward the source and explains what is known, what is likely, and what still needs access or repair.
The tool follows the question.
Thermal imaging can reveal temperature patterns associated with moisture or moving water. Acoustic methods can help narrow certain pressurized-line leaks. Moisture readings, visual observations, operating history, and controlled checks add context.
No single tool proves every source. ProShield combines suitable methods and treats a reading as evidence—not as a diagnosis by itself.
What a useful finding should do
The result should help the next person act. That means locating the strongest source area possible, separating observed facts from assumptions, and documenting any limitation that prevents a firm conclusion.
When selective access is needed, the goal is a focused opening based on evidence rather than broad exploratory demolition.
- Describe where water appeared and when it changes
- Check relevant supply, drain, envelope, and equipment clues
- Record evidence and investigation limits
- Identify the clearest repair, access, or monitoring next step
Built for multi-party decisions
Condominium and commercial water events often involve an owner, occupant, board, manager, contractor, and insurer. A plain-language record helps everyone work from the same finding without turning uncertainty into an unsupported claim.
Prepare a building contact and access plan
Before requesting a visit, identify the affected unit or area, whether water is still active, when the issue began and who can authorize access. Share relevant repair history and describe any access restrictions.
The investigation scope depends on the building and the evidence available. Discuss how observations, limitations and recommended next steps will be recorded before work begins.
Questions people ask
Can thermal imaging see through a wall?
No. A thermal camera measures surface temperature patterns. Those patterns can support an investigation, but they do not see through materials or prove moisture without context.
What information helps before a leak-detection visit?
Share where water appeared, when it started, whether it changes with fixture or equipment use, any recent work, and which areas can be accessed.
Is leak detection the same as plumbing repair?
No. Leak detection is the investigation that narrows or identifies the source. The required repair depends on what is found and may involve the appropriate trade.