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Aug

In the field of water leak detection, we have some of the best services available anywhere in the United States. That wasn’t always the case, however, and a look back at the history of plumbing in the City shows how far local residents have come since the founding fathers’ arrival. In the Beginning, There Was…

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Jul

Water leak detection is vital to the success of modern water supply systems, and the technology available for performing the task ranges from infrared imaging to amplified listening devices. It wasn’t always possible to detect leaks this way, however, and the methods of finding water leaks have evolved over the centuries alongside the methods of…

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Jun

There has been a lot of talk in the news media lately about the idea that the infrastructure in the United States is pretty much falling apart at the seams. One area in particular that is having no end of trouble are the water pipes in the U.S. Water mains all over the country are…

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Jun

Portable water is not just a valued amenity in today’s society — it’s also integral to daily life. American cities have poured countless dollars into developing a municipal infrastructure capable of delivering water to every resident and every construction. It’s a service often taken for granted, but it requires considerable upkeep to maintain the system…

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May

A nuclear power plant leaked nearly 80 gallons of very minorly radioactive water into Lake Michigan. Detecting leaks from nuclear power plants is extremely important because of the risks of radioactivity. Speaking of nuclear power plants, the Fukushima Daiichi plant is also struggling with containing water leaks. Though it was originally reported to have leaked nearly enough to…

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Apr

With the vernal equinox just past, we anticipate a number of leak detection calls. Snow melts, waters rise, and across the country, things can get a little dicey. In fact, the American Society of Civil Engineers has given the U.S. a D+ in terms of water infrastructure. Their report notes that there are an estimated…

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Mar

This week is the EPA’s 5th Annual Fix a Leak Week. American Water has produced a helpful guide to locating indoor and outdoor leaks for residential customers. Do your part and help us help you! Some local utility companies are handing out leak detection kits, and local businesses may offer reductions or rebates on water-efficient…

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Feb

There are a host of reasons why you might want to engage the services of a Seattle leak detection company. Perhaps your utility bills are higher than you think they should be. Or you notice evidence of water damage. Or perhaps you just want a survey or leak audit performed on a property. But how…

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Feb

Throughout modern American history, there has been a movement to empower individuals and businesses to accomplish more on their own, rather than hiring outside companies to perform certain functions. This mindset was largely behind the rise of personal computers, which vastly expanded desktop printing capabilities. Technologically-advanced carpentry and woodworking equipment gave do-it-yourselfers the tools to…

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Jan

From sinkholes to shortages, in January, these were the big stories about water leaks and the leak detectors who stop them. A Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Research report suggests that water may be more difficult to come by than oil by 2030. According to this article, the water industry in the U.S. daily…