There are several environmental variables to consider when conducting a water leak detection. These factors can impact the effectiveness and accuracy of the process:
Water Pressure: Higher pressure can make leaks easier to detect.
Soil/Pavement Type and Condition: Different materials and conditions affect how leak sounds travel.
Pipe Material: Various materials produce different noise signatures when leaking.
Extraneous Noises: Background noise can sometimes interfere with detection.
Size of the Leak Hole: Larger holes generally produce louder, more detectable noises.
Leak Noise in a Cavity: Sounds can amplify or diminish depending on the surrounding space.