CondoLeak.ca provides comprehensive leak investigation services specifically designed for condominium buildings, strata properties, and multi-unit residential developments throughout British Columbia. Our specialized approach addresses the unique challenges of water intrusion in shared living environments.
What Makes Condo Leak Investigation Different?
Unlike single-family homes, condominiums present complex challenges due to shared infrastructure, vertical plumbing systems, and interconnected building components. Water can travel through multiple pathways before manifesting as visible damage, making accurate source identification critical for:
- Establishing liability between unit owners and strata corporations
- Supporting insurance claims with detailed documentation
- Preventing ongoing damage and mold growth
- Minimizing disruption to residents and property operations
Our Comprehensive Investigation Process
1. Initial Assessment & Documentation
We begin with a thorough visual inspection and interview process to understand the leak history, affected areas, and any previous remediation attempts. Photographic documentation establishes baseline conditions.
2. Non-Destructive Testing
Using thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, acoustic listening devices, and tracer gas technology, we locate moisture and track water migration patterns without damaging finishes or requiring extensive demolition.
3. Source Identification
By correlating multiple data points from our testing equipment and building system knowledge, we pinpoint the exact leak origin—whether it's plumbing infrastructure, building envelope failure, or membrane defects.
4. Detailed Reporting
Our comprehensive reports include thermal images, moisture readings, leak source diagrams, photographic evidence, and clear recommendations for remediation. Reports are prepared to insurance industry standards.
Common Condo Leak Scenarios We Investigate
Ceiling Leaks from Above Units
Water staining on ceilings often originates from bathroom fixtures, appliance connections, or failed waterproofing in the unit above.
Exterior Wall Moisture
Building envelope leaks through cladding systems, window perimeters, and balcony interfaces require specialized diagnostic approaches.
Vertical Riser Failures
Plumbing risers serving multiple floors can develop pinhole leaks or connection failures that impact several units.
Parkade Ceiling Drips
Moisture appearing in underground parkades may originate from membrane failures, drainage issues, or groundwater intrusion.
Who Benefits from Our Services?
Our condo leak investigation services support strata councils making informed repair decisions, property managers coordinating emergency responses, unit owners seeking clarity on responsibility, insurance adjusters requiring third-party verification, and restoration contractors needing accurate scope definitions.
Why Choose CondoLeak.ca?
We exclusively serve multi-unit residential buildings, giving us unparalleled expertise in the specific challenges of condo and strata leak detection. Our investigators understand BC building codes, strata property legislation, and insurance requirements.
Every investigation is conducted with minimal disruption to residents, coordination with property management, and a focus on delivering actionable intelligence that moves projects forward efficiently.