GPR Services · Okanagan
Slab Leak Detection in West Kelowna, BC
GPR maps the in-slab plumbing and rebar so thermal and acoustic findings convert into a single small repair patch — not a jackhammered floor. Serving West Kelowna and the Okanagan region with certified technicians, non-invasive methods, and insurance-ready documentation — since 1999.
Free phone consult · No pressure · Mon–Sat 8am–6pm PT
West Kelowna ground conditions & what they mean for GPR
Local geology: West Kelowna sits on sandy benches and gravel fans above Okanagan Lake. Bench sands scan deep; steep gravel fans add scatter. Wildfire-rebuilt neighbourhoods carry brand-new services beside legacy lines — both worth mapping.
Local building stock: Vineyard estates, lakeview subdivisions, and rebuild zones from recent fire seasons.
Common slab leak detection work in West Kelowna
- Vineyard irrigation tracing
- Rebuild-lot utility verification
- Lakeview estate pool line detection
- In-slab copper and PEX lines
- Radiant heating loops
- Post-tensioned residential slabs
How the West Kelowna site visit works
- 1
Thermal pass
Infrared imaging maps the moisture or heat plume through the slab surface — the first non-invasive evidence of where the leak is.
- 2
GPR slab map
1.6 GHz GPR images every pipe, rebar bar, and PT cable in the suspect zone so we know exactly what is beneath the thermal anomaly.
- 3
Acoustic confirm
A ground microphone over the mapped pipe confirms the pressurised leak sound at the suspected point.
- 4
Patch window mark
Repair window marked between rebar/PT cables — your plumber cuts one tile-sized patch, clear of structure.
West Kelowna questions, answered
Why does the GPR step matter if thermal already found the warm spot?
The warm spot tells you roughly where the water is — not where the pipe is, or what else is embedded in the slab. Cutting on thermal alone risks hitting rebar or a post-tension cable. GPR maps the slab internals so the patch lands on the pipe and nothing else.
Can you scan post-tensioned slabs?
Yes — PT cable mapping is one of GPR's core jobs. Cutting a tensioned cable is catastrophic, so on any post-1970s suspended slab we map cables first and mark the repair window between them.
Does slab thickness affect detection?
Standard 100–200 mm residential and commercial slabs are well within 1.6 GHz range. Thickened footings and toppings up to ~45 cm still image clearly; beyond that we adjust antenna frequency.
Will my floor finish be damaged?
No. GPR, thermal, and acoustic are all surface-contact, non-destructive methods. The only opening ever made is the final repair patch — by your contractor, exactly where we mark.
How deep can GPR scan in West Kelowna?
West Kelowna sits on sandy benches and gravel fans above Okanagan Lake. Bench sands scan deep; steep gravel fans add scatter. Wildfire-rebuilt neighbourhoods carry brand-new services beside legacy lines — both worth mapping. We select antenna frequency to match — and where local ground limits radar depth, we pair GPR with electromagnetic locating, acoustic methods, or tracer gas so the survey objective is met regardless of soil conditions.
Do you actually work in West Kelowna, or dispatch from elsewhere?
West Kelowna is part of our standing Okanagan service area — the same certified technicians and equipment that cover the rest of the region. Scheduling is typically within 24–72 hours, with same-day response often possible during business hours (Mon–Sat, 8am–6pm Pacific).
What does slab leak detection cost in West Kelowna?
Pricing matches our province-wide structure — no regional premium for West Kelowna. Most residential-scale work falls in the $350–$1,200 range depending on scope; commercial and multi-site projects are quoted after a free phone consult. Call 604-239-9934 and we will give you a tight estimate in five minutes.
Other GPR services in West Kelowna
Underground Water Leak Detection in West Kelowna
GPR + acoustic correlation locates buried water service line and main leaks before any excavation — typically narrowing the dig to a 1-metre window.
View servicePost-Tension Cable Mapping in West Kelowna
Cutting a live PT cable releases tonnes of force instantly. GPR maps every cable before any coring, cutting, or anchoring on a post-tensioned slab.
View serviceCore Drilling Safety Scanning in West Kelowna
Every core hole cleared before the bit touches concrete — rebar, PT cables, conduits, and in-slab pipes mapped at each penetration point.
View servicePipe Leak Detection in West Kelowna
Any pipe, any material — metal, PVC, PEX, asbestos-cement. GPR sees what EM locators can't, and pairs with acoustic and tracer gas for the confirmation.
View serviceSlab Leak Detection near West Kelowna
Need slab leak detection in West Kelowna?
Free phone consult with a certified GPR technician — we will tell you whether a survey is warranted and quote it in five minutes. No pressure.