Protect your water system from undetected distribution losses. Call American Leak Detection of South Jersey & Delaware at (856) 238-1911 to request a service call and schedule a comprehensive leak survey today.
What a Leak Survey Covers & What It Delivers
A leak detection survey is a physical evaluation of a water system designed to identify specific leaks, distinct from a general water audit that evaluates overall system efficiency. Our surveys cover both sides of the meter, giving operators a complete picture of their distribution system rather than a partial review that stops at the property boundary.
Every survey produces a written report covering confirmed leak locations and findings. That documentation is usable immediately: by repair contractors who need precise locations, by regulatory contacts who may require written findings, or by capital planning committees evaluating infrastructure investment. No ground is broken until our technicians have established a confirmed, documented leak location. That’s what our Know Before You Go approach means in practice.
Operational Advantages of Routine Leak Surveys
Routine leak surveys deliver five documented advantages for water purveyors and municipal operators:
- Non-Revenue Water Reduction: Identifying physical loss points can reduce the volume of water pumped but never billed, helping cut raw water treatment costs and pumping rates over time
- Full System Visibility: Coverage on both sides of the meter means no segment of the distribution system goes unexamined
- Lower Repair Costs: Addressing leaks before they become major failures can cost less than emergency repairs on failed mains
- Reduced Liability: Documented survey findings give an operating entity a defensible record of due diligence in the event of infrastructure failure
- Contamination Prevention: Identifying failure points before they become open fractures can reduce the risk of ground contaminants entering the distribution system
Our technicians complete an extensive training program before working on municipal-scale projects. Surveying distribution mains running at higher pressures across longer distances requires a different skill set than residential plumbing work, and our staffing reflects that distinction.
Why Cherry Hill Distribution Systems Require Specialized Survey Expertise
Underground water pipe infrastructure across South Jersey and Camden County ranges from several decades to over a century old. Aging pipe materials create conditions for undetected loss year-round, and seasonal stress accelerates that process. Cherry Hill’s repeated freeze-thaw cycles put mechanical stress on exterior service lines and distribution mains, driving micro-fractures that standard visual inspection can’t detect.
Sub-surface leaks left unaddressed do more than lose water. Sustained underground loss erodes soil beneath streets, sidewalks, and infrastructure, compounding structural damage well beyond the pipe itself. Water purveyors in this region face the dual pressure of aging pipe inventory and ground conditions that amplify the consequences of undetected loss. A routine leak survey program is an operational tool that helps keep those consequences manageable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Signs Indicate a Water Distribution System Needs a Leak Survey?
Common triggers include unexplained spikes in system-wide water use, customer reports of low pressure, dirty water complaints, or a higher-than-usual volume of unaccounted water. If your system’s production numbers consistently exceed metered consumption without a clear explanation, that gap is worth investigating. A leak survey identifies specific physical loss points rather than estimating loss at the system level.
What Does a Leak Survey Report Include?
Our written report covers confirmed leak locations, areas flagged for follow-up evaluation, and findings organized for practical use. The documentation is structured to serve repair contractors who need precise locations, regulatory contacts who may require written findings, and capital planning committees evaluating where to prioritize infrastructure investment. No interpretation is required from the client side to act on the report.
Will the Survey Disrupt Water Service to Customers?
No. We use non-invasive methods throughout the survey process. No excavation is performed, and no service interruption is required until a confirmed, documented leak location has been established. Our Leak Detection Without Destruction™ approach means the diagnostic work itself can be completed without disrupting distribution system customers.
What Is Non-Revenue Water & How Does a Survey Reduce It?
Non-revenue water is water that enters a distribution system but never reaches a paying customer, lost through leaks, pipe failures, or metering problems. A leak survey identifies specific physical loss points so operators can prioritize repairs and address volume loss at its source. A consistent survey program can help reduce both water loss and the operating costs associated with treating and pumping water that never reaches its destination.
Ready to reduce non-revenue water loss in Cherry Hill? Call American Leak Detection of South Jersey & Delaware at (856) 238-1911 to request a service call and put our Leak Detection Without Destruction™ methods to work for your system.
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