Highlands Ranch residents can use several reliable techniques to check for leaks in their plumbing.1. Visual InspectionInspect any visible pipes for signs of water damage, such as rust, stains, or excessive moisture. Water stains on walls, ceilings, or floors can indicate leaks behind or within the structures. Closely check all pipe joints and fittings for any signs of dripping or dampness—especially those that are hard to see without getting up close and personal.2. Water Meter TestTo detect a concealed leak, ensure that all water sources in the house are shut off. Then take a reading from the water meter. After that, do not use any water in the house for one to two hours. Finally, check the water meter once more to see if the reading has changed—even slightly. If it has, you have a hidden leak somewhere in the house.3. Listen for SoundsTo find water leaks in your house, try one of these methods: use a listening device or stethoscope along the pipes; auditory clues from the leaks can usually be detected if you're close enough to them. They can be hissing, rushing, or kind of a gurgle sound, and those sounds are really amplified with a stethoscope.4. Moisture Detection Tools- Employ electronic moisture meters - Infrared thermal cameras can detect temperature variations - Expert leak detection equipment locates concealed water damage5. Professional Leak Detection ServicesHigh-tech acoustic devices, specialized plumbing cameras, and advanced leak detection systems allow our professionals to find water leaks with a high degree of accuracy—even when those leaks are located deep within the walls of your home. Unlike many other methods, which involve tearing up floors and walls or digging trenches in yards, our leak detection system minimizes structural damage to your home's interior and the yard outside, all while providing precise, high-tech results.6. Monitor Water BillUnanticipated water usage that cannot be accounted for requires investigation.When we observe a sharp rise in the amount of water we are using, it is prudent to scrutinize our current bills and the period they cover in comparison with bills from previous months to see if the rise is reflected in the actual meter readings.If the rise is not accounted for in anything we can see above ground, then the most likely explanation is that we have a leak somewhere that cannot be seen.Highlands Ranch residents should get in touch with expert plumbers for thorough leak detection and prompt repairs.