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Tracer gas always makes its way to the surface. After draining a water pipe, Swift engineers can introduce a tracer gas back into the pipe to detect a leak. Should there be any exit of gas, our engineers will detect it on the surface using their highly sensitive gas detector. The point where the gas exits the pipe will be precisely the location of the leak.
Our engineers use Tracer Gas to identify, locate and diagnose water leaks in residential, industrial and commercial properties. This method allows us to test hard to reach pipes for leaks with minimal disruption to your property. Tracer gas is a method useful for any size or type of underground pipe and does not leave any residue or require removal of a product prior to testing.
We have been successful in locating leaks in buried pipes, even when they are covered with dirt and paving materials. The main advantage of Tracer Gas is that it will locate leaks in any material. It is extremely versatile and does not require our engineers to go digging into buildings. Using our accurate gas detectors our engineers local the source of the leak without damaging the fabric of your building.
Testing with Tracer Gas is often the fastest and most economical way to locate leaks in buried pipelines. The source of the leak is not always obvious and even very large leaks or breaks in pipes will not always allow water to come to the surface. Water can be channelled long distances along the pipe and drain underground. Tracer Gas always comes to the surface where it is easily detected by our experienced engineers, unlike water.
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Common questions about our tracer gas leak detection services
Tracer gas leak detection involves introducing a specialized gas mixture (typically 5% hydrogen and 95% nitrogen) into a plumbing system. The hydrogen molecules, being the smallest natural element, can escape through even microscopic leaks. Our highly sensitive detection equipment then locates these escaping molecules with extreme precision. This method is particularly effective for finding leaks that other methods might miss.
Yes, the tracer gas mixture we use is completely safe. The hydrogen-nitrogen blend is non-toxic, non-flammable at the concentrations used, and environmentally friendly. It doesn't damage your plumbing system and dissipates quickly and harmlessly into the atmosphere. This gas is also safe for use in drinking water systems and meets all relevant health and safety regulations.
Tracer gas is often the preferred method when other techniques haven't been successful or when dealing with very small leaks, non-metallic pipes, or systems with multiple potential leak points. It's particularly effective for underfloor heating systems, swimming pools, buried utility lines, complex pipe networks, and when you need to find a leak without any invasive procedures. It's also ideal when the exact location needs to be pinpointed with high precision.
Tracer gas detection is exceptionally accurate, capable of pinpointing leaks to within a few centimeters even when pipes are buried deep underground or encased in concrete. Our hydrogen detection equipment can sense as little as 5 parts per million of hydrogen gas, making it sensitive enough to detect even the smallest leaks that might lose just liters of water per day. This precision minimizes unnecessary excavation or damage when repairs are needed.
The time required depends on the complexity and size of your plumbing system. For a typical residential property, the process usually takes 2-4 hours. This includes introducing the gas into the system, allowing it to permeate (which can take 30-60 minutes), and then methodically scanning the area with detection equipment. For larger commercial properties or extensive pipe networks, the process may take a full day or longer.
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