JED Waterproofing

Leak Detection & Repairs

Thermal, acoustic and moisture-trace diagnostics that find the leak before anyone starts breaking tiles.

Starting from

from $395

Turnaround

Same-day diagnosis

Warranty

10 years

Coverage

Sydney & greater NSW

Leak Detection

What is included

Around 95% of wet-area leaks in Sydney come from failed grout and sealant at the wall-to-floor junction, not from the pipework. We prove exactly where the water is going using a combination of pressure testing, moisture meter mapping, thermal imaging and a controlled flood test — then we show you the photographs and the evidence.

If the failure is seal-only we reseal on the spot. If the membrane has failed, we quote a complete strip and re-seal, with a fixed price agreed before any work starts.

Our scope of work

  • Pressure test to isolate supply and waste lines
  • Controlled flood test with infrared camera
  • Moisture mapping of adjacent rooms and subfloor
  • Live photo report of the failure point
  • Fixed-price repair proposal with options
  • Optional termite and rot assessment of framing

When you need it

  • Water appearing downstairs or in adjoining rooms
  • Staining or bubbling paint near wet areas
  • Persistent musty odours under floors
  • Insurance claim evidence and documentation

Guarantees

Warranty period
10 years
Licence
Builder’s Licence No. 000000C
Insurance
Public liability
Documentation
Photo report + certificate
Full warranty terms
How it works

Our waterproofing process in five clear steps.

No mystery, no surprise invoices. You know exactly what is happening, when, and what it costs — from the first phone call to the final warranty certificate.

01

Book & Assess

Call, message or send photos. We respond within the hour and confirm a fixed price before committing to a visit.

02

Diagnose Properly

On-site pressure, flood and moisture testing with thermal imaging to pinpoint the actual failure — no guesswork.

03

Strip & Prepare

Old sealant, grout and membrane removed, substrate repaired, primed and ready. Full protection and dust extraction.

04

Waterproof & Seal

Bond-breaker, primer, membrane coats, falls and flexible sealant applied to specification with correct joint profiles.

05

Test & Document

Flood test, photographic report, warranty certificate issued and the space handed back ready to use.

Our work

Recent leak detection projects

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Other ways we can help

One call covers leaks, waterproofing, regrouting and the finish off. You will never be passed from trade to trade.

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Complete strip, membrane, fall & seal systems for standard and custom showers — usually finished in one day.

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Balcony & Deck Waterproofing
Apartment Friendly

Indoor-outdoor decks that stay dry, from new builds to failed membranes in occupied apartments.

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Bathroom Waterproofing
Full Wet Area

Whole-of-bathroom membrane systems for renovations, extensions and new builds.

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Kitchen & Splashback Sealing

Benchtop-to-splashback junctions, sinks and floor edges resealed properly — not just re-silicone.

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Pool & Spa Waterproofing
Specialist

Chloride-resistant, bondable membranes for pools, spas, water features and planters.

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Tiling & Grout Regrouting

Epoxy and cementitious regrouting that restores colour, kills mould and outlasts the original job.

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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions we are asked most often across Sydney.

How much does leak detection cost?

from $395 is our starting price for a standard leak detection job in metropolitan Sydney. Final pricing depends on the size of the area, the condition of the substrate, access and whether any tile or substrate repair is required. We confirm a fixed, itemised price before work begins — never an hourly estimate that grows.

How long does leak detection take?

Expect Same-day diagnosis. Most jobs of this type are completed in a single visit by a licensed tradesman, with the area protected, cleaned and left ready for use. Larger works such as balcony rectification may take several days depending on access and the extent of tile removal.

Is leak detection covered by a warranty?

Yes. This service carries a written 10 years warranty, issued with a photographic record of the installation. The certificate covers both labour and materials for the waterproofing work we performed. If anything we installed fails inside the warranty period we return and rectify it at no charge.

Do you need access to the property first?

Not to give you a price. Send photos of the affected area through our quote form and we will come back with a fixed price, usually within the hour. We only attend the property for a formal inspection when the photographs are inconclusive or when a certificate is required by your body corp, insurer or tiler.

Ready when you are

Need leak detection in Sydney?

Send photos of the area and we will come back with a fixed price for leak detection, plus the earliest appointment available.

Free photo-based quote

Leaking shower? Water under the floor?
Send us a photo.

Tell us what you are seeing and we will come back with a fixed price and the earliest appointment we can offer. No obligation and no site visit needed to get a quote.

We reply within the hour during business hours. Your details are never shared or sold.

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