Pipe pressure testing
A pressure gauge does not lie. A pressure test shows whether a water, heating or gas network is losing pressure, and whether it is worth searching further. If your consumption rises, also compare your meter readings with your water company, such as Vivaqua in Brussels.
✓ Plumbing, heating and gas pipes
✓ Gauge monitoring throughout the test
✓ A first filter before a deeper leak search
Brussels · Flemish Brabant · Walloon Brabant
Pipe pressure testing: when do you need it?
Unexplained high water consumption
An unexplained rise can hide an invisible leak.
Heating that needs frequent top-ups
Pressure drops although nothing seems to leak.
After plumbing work
Check that a new or modified installation is watertight.
Suspected gas pipe issue
Check electronically that it holds pressure.
How it works
01
Isolating the circuit
The network to be checked is isolated from the rest of the installation.
02
Pressurising
Hot and cold water, heating circuit with a test pump, or gas depending on the case.
03
Monitoring
Pressure is tracked on the gauge for the duration of the test, about 15 minutes for plumbing.
04
Conclusion
No drop: the network is watertight. A drop: we direct the leak search.
What we detect
Why choose AXPRO
Fast and non-destructive
A clear answer quickly, without opening anything.
Objective measurement
Pressure is recorded: we rely on a figure, not an impression.
A key diagnostic step
It confirms whether a leak search is justified before further means are used.
Frequently asked questions
Can high water consumption point to a leak?
Yes. An unexplained rise can come from a leak, sometimes invisible. A pressure test on the plumbing network can check this.
How long does the test take?
For plumbing, pressure is held for about 15 minutes. Total time depends on preparation and access.
Does a pressure test locate the leak?
No, it shows whether the network loses pressure. Locating it is done next with other techniques (tracer gas, thermal camera, acoustic).
Do you also check gas?
Yes, with a digital gauge that measures and records any pressure loss.
