Hydrostatic Pressure Testing in Burnaby, BC

Hydrostatic pressure testing is a method for confirming the presence of a leak and assessing its severity, even when the exact location is unknown. A section of pipe is isolated using shut-off valves or test plugs, filled with water, and pressurized to a specified test pressure (typically 1.5 times operating pressure, up to a maximum of system rating). The pressure is monitored over a test period — typically 30 minutes to 2 hours. A pressure drop indicates a leak, and the rate of drop correlates with leak size. While this method confirms that a leak exists and provides information about flow rate, it does not identify the exact location — which is why we combine it with acoustic or tracer gas methods for precise location.

Our technicians are experienced in applying Hydrostatic Pressure Testing in Burnaby and across the Metro Vancouver region. We have the equipment, training, and local knowledge to deploy this method effectively for your specific situation.