Tracer Gas Detection Leak Detection in British Columbia
Tracer gas leak detection involves introducing a safe, non-toxic gas — typically a 5% hydrogen and 95% nitrogen mixture — into a sealed pipe or membrane system and then using a sensitive gas sniffer to detect the gas at the point of escape. Hydrogen is the lightest element, rising quickly through co
About Tracer Gas Detection
Tracer gas leak detection involves introducing a safe, non-toxic gas — typically a 5% hydrogen and 95% nitrogen mixture — into a sealed pipe or membrane system and then using a sensitive gas sniffer to detect the gas at the point of escape.
Hydrogen is the lightest element, rising quickly through cover materials to the surface where it is detected at concentrations as low as 5 parts per million.
This method is extraordinarily sensitive, capable of detecting leaks that are too small for acoustic or thermal methods, and works on non-pressurised systems such as drains, vents, and roof membranes.
Best For
- Drain, waste, and vent (DWV) system leak testing
- Roof and waterproofing membrane breach location
- Underground pipe leak detection (especially plastic pipes)
- Radiant floor heating loop leak detection
- Building envelope air leakage testing
Related Services
Helium and hydrogen tracer gas testing to locate leaks in pipes, membranes, and building envelopes with pinpoint accuracy.
Plumbing Leak DetectionAccurate location of residential and commercial plumbing leaks in walls, ceilings, floors, and pipe chases throughout BC.
Underground Leak DetectionDetection of leaks in buried water mains, service lines, and irrigation pipes without excavation across BC.
Sewer and Drain Leak DetectionVideo pipe inspection and leak testing for sewer laterals, storm drains, and building DWV systems across BC.
Pool and Spa Leak DetectionSpecialized leak detection for swimming pools, hot tubs, and water features using dye testing and pressure testing in BC.
Irrigation Leak DetectionDetection of leaks in lawn sprinkler systems, agricultural irrigation, and landscape water features on BC properties.
Radiant Floor Leak DetectionPrecise location of leaks in in-floor radiant heating systems without damaging finished flooring across BC homes and buildings.
Residential Leak DetectionComplete leak detection services for BC homes including single-family houses, duplexes, and townhomes.
Key Benefits
- Extremely high sensitivity — detects microscopic leaks
- Works on non-pressurised systems (drains, vents, membranes)
- Effective through soil, concrete, and building materials
- Non-toxic and environmentally safe tracer gases
- No water damage risk — tests with gas instead of water
- Immediate and precise leak point identification
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