This page is here to help homeowners in East Sussex who may be experiencing a confirmed gas leak, including capped gas supplies, gas supplier notifications, and leaking gas pipework. The Leak Hunter specialises in locating and repairing gas leaks, using specialist testing techniques to trace the source accurately before recommending the most appropriate solution.
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Gas leaks within a property can be difficult to locate, particularly when gas pipework runs beneath floors, behind walls, or through concealed parts of the building. Across East Sussex, many homes contain gas pipe routes installed within areas of the building that cannot easily be inspected without specialist testing.
If a tightness test has confirmed that gas is escaping somewhere within the system, a specialist investigation is normally required to identify the exact location of the leak.
At The Leak Hunter, we provide professional gas leak detection across East Sussex, helping homeowners trace hidden gas pipe leaks safely and accurately without unnecessary disruption to the property. Our investigations are carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers using specialist detection equipment, controlled pressure testing and inert tracer gas methods to locate leaks within both natural gas and LPG installations.
Our engineers are familiar with the types of gas pipe installations commonly found in East Sussex properties, from coastal homes and period buildings to modern housing developments where pipework may run through service voids and concealed areas of the structure.
Because gas pipework is often installed beneath finished floors, within wall cavities or through hidden service routes, locating the source of a leak without specialist detection equipment can be extremely difficult. Our gas leak detection investigations focus on identifying the precise point where gas is escaping so that repairs can be limited to the affected section of pipework rather than replacing large areas unnecessarily.
Once the leak location has been confirmed, we explain the findings clearly and carry out the appropriate repair work in accordance with current Gas Safe regulations.
We regularly investigate confirmed gas leaks throughout East Sussex, including areas such as Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes and Uckfield , helping homeowners locate hidden gas pipe faults safely within domestic gas installations.
Gas Leak Detection East Sussex also forms part of our wider gas leak detection service, providing specialist investigation to locate hidden gas leaks safely using professional detection equipment and Gas Safe registered methods.
Not sure this is the type of leak you’re dealing with? Start with our Leak Detection East Sussex service. We investigate hidden and unknown leaks, identify the source, and recommend the most appropriate next steps before any repair work begins.
Gas Leak Detection in East Sussex
£795 fixed price for tracing confirmed gas leaks once your gas supply has been safely turned off.
We accurately locate the leak using specialist equipment. Repairs can be carried out once the leak has been identified.
All pricing is agreed in advance, with no hidden costs. Repairs are carried out safely by Gas Safe registered engineers.
Price based on a standard domestic system. Larger or more complex systems will be discussed with you in advance.
If You Smell Gas – What To Do First
If you smell gas or believe there may be a gas leak inside your property, you should follow the official safety guidance immediately.
Open doors and windows to ventilate the area if it is safe to do so. Turn off the gas supply at the emergency control valve near the gas meter if possible. Avoid using electrical switches, naked flames, or anything that could ignite gas. Leave the property and ensure everyone is outside.
Once you are safely outside, contact the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999.
They will attend to make the situation safe and isolate the supply if necessary.
The Leak Hunter does not operate as an emergency gas response service. Our role begins once the immediate safety risk has been addressed and the system in East Sussex has been made safe. At that stage we can carry out specialist gas leak detection in East Sussex to locate the exact source of the leak before any necessary repair work is carried out.
Not sure what’s causing the issue? Our engineers can review the symptoms and advise on the best next step.
Situations Where Our Gas Leak Detection Is Required
Our non-invasive gas leak detection service in East Sussex is usually required after a leak has already been identified within the gas system but the exact location cannot be found.
In many cases a gas engineer, installer, or network provider has carried out a tightness test and confirmed that gas is escaping somewhere within the pipework. While this confirms that a leak exists, the test itself cannot reveal where the leak is located.
Because gas pipework often runs through concealed routes within the property — beneath floors, behind walls, inside service voids, or within structural areas of the building — locating the source of the leak can be extremely difficult without specialist equipment.
This is where our investigation begins.
Our specialist gas leak detection investigation uses non-invasive methods to trace hidden gas pipe leaks and identify the precise point where gas is escaping. By confirming the exact location of the fault before any access work takes place, repairs can be focused on the affected section of pipework rather than replacing large areas unnecessarily.
In many cases this avoids the need for costly, disruptive, or unsightly gas pipe reruns that might otherwise be recommended when the leak location cannot be identified.
These situations represent some of the most common circumstances where specialist gas leak detection is required.
Failed Tightness Test During Gas Work
Gas engineers carry out tightness tests during routine servicing, landlord gas safety inspections, appliance installations, and other gas work.
If the test identifies a pressure drop, it confirms that gas is escaping somewhere within the system. However, the location of the leak may remain unknown if the pipework runs through concealed areas of the property.
Smart Meter Installation Identifying a Leak
Gas leaks are sometimes discovered during the installation of a smart meter when the system is tested before the new meter is commissioned. If a leak is detected the supply may be capped until the source of the leak has been located and repaired.
Appliance Installation Revealing a Pre-Existing Leak
When a new gas appliance is installed, the engineer must confirm that the existing gas installation is sound before connecting the appliance. If testing reveals a leak within the system, the installation cannot normally proceed until the source of the leak has been identified and repaired.
Leaks Within Concealed Pipework
In many homes gas pipework runs through concealed areas of the building such as beneath finished floors, within wall cavities, or through hidden service routes.
When leaks occur within these pipe runs, locating the source without specialist detection equipment can involve lifting floors or opening walls. Our non-invasive gas leak detection methods allow the leak to be traced accurately so that only the affected section of pipework needs to be accessed and repaired.
These examples represent some of the most common situations we investigate across East Sussex, although they are not exhaustive. Our role is to locate the source of a confirmed gas leak accurately so that the correct repair can be carried out safely and efficiently.
All investigations are carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers, ensuring that testing, leak tracing, and any subsequent repairs are completed safely and in full compliance with UK gas safety regulations.
Insurance, Compliance & Professional Standards
All our work is carried out under comprehensive insurance cover and in accordance with recognised national safety and water system standards.
As Gas Safe registered engineers and a WaterSafe approved company, we are authorised to assess, isolate and repair domestic heating and water systems safely and compliantly.
Where required, structured trace and access documentation can be provided for insurers, clearly detailing the confirmed fault location, the diagnostic process undertaken and post-repair pressure verification.
Every investigation concludes with confirmed system integrity — not assumption.
Gas Leak Detection in East Sussex
£795 fixed price for tracing confirmed gas leaks once your gas supply has been safely turned off.
We accurately locate the leak using specialist equipment. Repairs can be carried out once the leak has been identified.
All pricing is agreed in advance, with no hidden costs. Repairs are carried out safely by Gas Safe registered engineers.
Price based on a standard domestic system. Larger or more complex systems will be discussed with you in advance.
How We Locate Hidden Gas Pipe Leaks
Locating gas leaks within concealed pipework requires more than a standard tightness test. While a tightness test confirms that gas is escaping somewhere within the system, it does not identify the exact location of the leak.
Our specialist gas leak detection investigations in East Sussex focus on tracing the precise point where gas is escaping using professional non-invasive equipment. This allows us to investigate concealed pipe routes running beneath floors, behind walls, or within hidden service areas without unnecessary disruption to the property.
Using highly sensitive gas detection instruments, controlled pressure testing, and inert tracer gas where required, we can trace even very small gas leaks within both natural gas and LPG installations.
Tracer gas is particularly useful where the leak is located within concealed pipework or beneath finished floors. Because the gas used for testing is inert and non-flammable, it can be introduced safely into the pipe system and detected precisely as it escapes.
By confirming the exact location of the leak first, repairs can normally be limited to the affected section of pipework rather than replacing large areas unnecessarily.
Gas Leaks in Corrugated Stainless Steel Pipe (TracPipe)
Some modern gas installations use corrugated stainless steel pipe systems such as TracPipe® or similar flexible gas pipework.
Our specialist gas leak detection equipment can still be used to test and locate leaks within these systems. Using non-invasive testing methods, we can trace where gas is escaping and identify the exact section of pipe that is affected.
However, repairs to corrugated stainless steel pipe systems are sometimes more restricted than traditional copper pipework. The specialist fittings used with these systems are not normally permitted to be buried within floors or walls.
If a damaged section of pipe is identified beneath a floor or within a screed, the repair may need to remain accessible and ventilated in accordance with gas safety regulations.
Where this type of pipework is present in a property in East Sussex, we will explain the available repair options clearly once the leak location has been confirmed.
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Once a gas leak has been accurately located, repairs must be carried out safely and in accordance with Gas Safe regulations. Our Gas Safe registered engineers can carry out the necessary repair for properties across East Sussex.
At The Leak Hunter, all gas work is completed by Gas Safe registered engineers. After the repair has been carried out, the system is fully retested to confirm that the installation is safe and compliant.
Because the leak has already been traced precisely during the investigation, repairs can normally be limited to the affected section of pipework rather than replacing large sections unnecessarily.
Typical repairs may include repairing the pipe in situ, cutting out and replacing a damaged section of pipework, or resealing leaking joints and fittings.
Where time allows, repairs can often be completed during the same visit once the leak has been located and the price agreed. If the customer prefers time to consider the repair options, we will complete the leak detection investigation and provide a quotation, with only the detection service charged at that stage.
If requested, we can also provide a detailed trace and access report suitable for insurers confirming the leak location and recommended repair.
Gas Leak Detection FAQs
What should I do if I smell gas in East Sussex?
If you smell gas, leave the property immediately and call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999. They will make the situation safe before any further investigation takes place.
Once the system has been made safe, we can carry out a specialist gas leak detection investigation to locate the source of the problem.
Can you locate gas leaks in East Sussex hidden beneath floors or inside walls?
Yes. Our specialist gas leak detection equipment allows us to trace leaks within concealed pipework beneath floors, behind walls, or within hidden service routes.
Using non-invasive testing methods, we can identify the precise location where gas is escaping so that repairs can be focused on the affected section of pipework.
Can you repair the leak once it has been found?
Yes. Once the leak has been located, our Gas Safe registered engineers can carry out the necessary repair and retest the system to confirm that it is safe and compliant.
Are your engineers Gas Safe registered?
Yes. All gas work carried out by The Leak Hunter is completed by Gas Safe registered engineers, ensuring repairs meet current safety regulations.
Why would a gas leak be discovered during a tightness test?
Gas engineers carry out tightness tests during servicing, landlord gas safety inspections, appliance installations, and other gas work. The test checks whether gas is escaping somewhere within the system.
If the test shows a pressure drop, it confirms that a leak exists but does not reveal where the leak is located. Specialist gas leak detection equipment is then required to trace the exact source of the leak within the pipework.
Ready to book a Gas Leak Investigation
If a gas leak has been confirmed but the exact location cannot be identified, a specialist investigation is often required before repairs can be carried out safely.
At The Leak Hunter, we specialise in non-invasive gas leak detection, using professional equipment to locate leaks within concealed pipework, under floors and within hidden building structures.
Once the leak has been located, we explain the findings clearly and carry out the appropriate repair where required.
If you would like to arrange a gas leak detection investigation, our team will be happy to help.
What Happens When You Book
When you contact The Leak Hunter, we first discuss the symptoms you’re experiencing and confirm the most appropriate investigation. You are then provided with a fixed price for the investigation before attendance is arranged.
On arrival, we begin by assessing the system and confirming where the issue is most likely to originate. Visible components are checked first before specialist non-invasive leak detection methods are deployed where required.
Once the precise leak location is confirmed, we explain the repair options and agree controlled access before any floor, ground or pipework is opened.
Our objective is always the same: accurate diagnosis first, controlled repair second.
East Sussex forms part of The Leak Hunter’s established service area. Our applicable fixed-price leak detection services are available throughout our standard coverage area, with no additional mileage or travel supplements based on distance from our base.
Looking for Something Different?
If you’re looking for a different type of leak investigation, browse our All Services page to explore our specialist leak detection services. If you’d like to check whether we cover another town or area, visit our Service Area Directory to browse all of the locations we serve.
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The Leak Hunter is a family-run, independent specialist leak detection company based in Surrey. Our directly employed engineers provide non-destructive leak detection and repair services throughout London, Surrey, Kent and Sussex using acoustic testing, tracer gas, thermal imaging and moisture mapping. We do not use subcontractors or operate a nationwide contractor network.
