Thornton Consulting provides a flood testing for leak detection service on commercial and large residential properties throughout the UK and Ireland and are specialists in locating and evaluating water ingress present on roofs and structures with waterproofing systems, for all leak infiltration sources.
It’s imperative to apply an accurate and precise leak detection method to establish the integrity of a roofs waterproofing system when leaks are manifesting internally to determine the leak source as efficiently as possible.
Various water integrity tests have been devised over the years, each with specific benefits and relevance of use. When identifying the breach of any roof waterproofing membrane, flood testing for leak detection can in some circumstances be more appropriate and preferable to electronic methods. This is generally the case where the membrane is buried beneath a green roof or other finishes and can expedite the process of the leak investigation. It can also be beneficial where there are multiple water ingress sites or conductive membranes have been installed.
A leak can go undetected for a considerable amount of time and if left without attention, this can result in serious structural and costly damage to items such as internal finishes and electrical and mechanical systems. The first evidence may be visual signs of damp patches or mould growth appearing on the interior ceilings and walls with a distinct musty odour. However, when a leak is visible on a ceiling it can’t be assumed that this is the exact spot where the breach occurred. A flood test is an efficient way of establishing the integrity of the waterproofing in the vicinity if the leak, in the first instance, and can be accompanied by other test methods to accurately home in on the source.
Fluorescent, soluble dies can be applied during flood testing, enabling any water pathways to be identified and traced. This water integrity test can be carried out on any size of building structures, including commercial, residential blocks and industrial premises, ensuring there are no defects which may result in water penetration. It should be noted, however, that some preparatory works may be required in some circumstances.
Depending on the roof stability and the area covered, the flood leak testing procedure is generally carried out with internal monitoring over a period of up to 48 hours. Diligent pre-testing assessments are undertaken to ascertain that the weight-bearing properties and drainage system are suitable for the volume of water which will be applied. Thornton Consulting provides a reliable and cost-efficient service with a dedicated work-force of Consultants, Field Testers and knowledgeable office staff who all respect the company’s client-focused ethics and core-values.
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