Leak Detection — Finding Leaks
Methods and techniques for leak detection in pipe systems. From simple visual inspection to professional equipment.
- Damp walls or ceilings
- Unexplained water consumption (water meter running)
- Mold formation
- Pressure drop in system
- Noises in the line (hissing, dripping)
- Corrosion
- Frost damage
- Material fatigue
- Faulty installation
- Mechanical damage
- Overpressure
- 1Observe water meter with all taps closed
- 2Visual inspection of all accessible pipes
- 3Acoustic detection (stethoscope or geophone)
- 4Thermography (thermal image shows moisture)
- 5Tracer gas method for hard-to-reach pipes
- 6Add color or UV indicator to system
- Local leak: GEBO Unifix repair clamp
- Pipe burst: cut out damaged section and replace with GEBO clamp connectors
- Threaded connection: reseal with hemp/Teflon and GEBO fitting
- Micro-leak: seal from inside with GeboLiquid
- For extensive corrosion: replace pipe completely
Gebo Unifix
Edelstahldichtbänder zum Abdichten von Löchern, Rissen und porösen Stellen an unterschiedlichen Rohrarten
Gebo Original
Temperguss-Klemmverbinder für Stahl-, Siede- und PE-Rohre + Dicht- und Anbohrschellen für Stahlrohr
Gebo Messing
Messing-Klemmverbinder für Stahl- oder Kupferrohr + Dicht- und Anbohrschellen für Kupferrohr
Gebo Liquid
Flüssigdichtmittel zur Innenabdichtung der wasserführenden Teile von Heizungsanlagen
- Regular visual inspection of all accessible pipes
- Install water detectors in vulnerable areas
- Install pressure reducer (prevents overpressure)
- Frost protection for vulnerable pipes
- Ensure accessibility of all connections