Pressure Decay Testing for Slab Leaks
A division of Anyleak.ca and Leak.ca

Pressure Decay Testing for Slab Leaks in Vancouver, BC

Serving Vancouver and the Metro Vancouver region

Monitoring pressure drop in isolated slab-embedded pipes to confirm leaks and estimate flow rate before committing to slab cutting.

Pressure decay testing is specifically adapted for slab leak detection and confirmation. When a leak is suspected in a pipe embedded within a concrete slab, we isolate the suspect pipe section and pressurize it to a known pressure (typically 80-120 psi). The system is sealed and the pressure is monitored over a 30-minute to 2-hour test period. A controlled pressure drop confirms a leak and the rate of drop provides an estimate of leak flow rate. This information is essential for the repair contractor to plan the repair approach and for the insurance adjuster to assess the claim. Combined with thermal imaging and acoustic methods, pressure decay testing provides the complete diagnostic picture needed for slab leak remediation.

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

Applications in Vancouver

  • Slab leak confirmation before concrete cutting
  • Radiant floor heating circuit integrity testing
  • Hot water circulating loop leak verification