Underground Leak Detection Projects & Success Stories
Explore our successful underground leak detection projects across British Columbia. Real case studies showcasing our expertise in commercial, residential, and municipal leak detection.
Downtown Vancouver Office Complex
Major underground leak detection project for a 40-story office complex experiencing unexplained water loss and foundation concerns.
Challenge:
Complex underground infrastructure with multiple utility lines and limited access points for traditional detection methods.
Solution:
Deployed advanced GPR and acoustic correlation technology to map entire underground system and identify multiple leak sources.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Identified 3 major leak sources without excavation
- Prevented estimated $500,000 in structural damage
- Reduced water loss by 85% within 48 hours
- Zero disruption to business operations
Surrey Strata Complex Water Loss Investigation
Comprehensive leak detection for 200-unit strata complex experiencing significant water bill increases and basement moisture issues.
Challenge:
Large residential complex with shared utilities and multiple potential leak sources affecting resident units.
Solution:
Systematic underground leak detection using thermal imaging and acoustic sensors to isolate problem areas.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Located underground pipe failure affecting 50+ units
- Reduced monthly water costs by $8,000
- Eliminated basement moisture problems
- Provided detailed reporting for insurance claims
Burnaby Municipal Water System Assessment
City-wide underground water infrastructure assessment and leak detection for aging municipal distribution system.
Challenge:
Aging infrastructure across multiple neighborhoods with suspected leaks causing pressure drops and water loss.
Solution:
Large-scale GPR mapping and acoustic correlation across 15km of underground water mains and distribution lines.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Mapped entire underground water distribution network
- Identified 12 significant leak locations
- Prevented estimated $2M in emergency repairs
- Improved system pressure by 40%
Richmond Shopping Center Foundation Leak
Emergency leak detection for major shopping center experiencing foundation settling and structural concerns.
Challenge:
Active retail environment requiring non-invasive detection methods with zero disruption to shopping operations.
Solution:
After-hours thermal imaging and GPR detection to locate foundation leak sources without affecting business.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Identified foundation leak within 4 hours
- Zero disruption to retail operations
- Prevented major structural damage
- Completed repairs during off-hours only
Coquitlam Industrial Facility Pipeline Assessment
Comprehensive underground pipeline leak detection for manufacturing facility with complex utility infrastructure.
Challenge:
Industrial environment with multiple underground systems including process water, cooling, and waste lines.
Solution:
Multi-technology approach using GPR, acoustic correlation, and thermal imaging for complete system assessment.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Assessed 2km of underground pipelines
- Identified 5 leak locations before failure
- Prevented production downtime
- Established ongoing monitoring program
North Vancouver Residential Development
Pre-construction underground leak detection and utility mapping for new residential development project.
Challenge:
Unknown underground infrastructure and potential existing leaks on development site requiring comprehensive assessment.
Solution:
Complete subsurface mapping and leak detection to identify all underground utilities and potential issues.
Technologies Used:
Project Results:
- Mapped all existing underground infrastructure
- Identified and resolved 2 existing leaks
- Prevented construction delays
- Provided detailed utility maps for development
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