Smoke testing is an accurate and effective way of locating and identifying the presences of defects, leaks or improper connections in underground or in-wall pipes, sewer and stormwater systems.

We use smoke testing, a non-toxic, artificially created smoke that mixed with air will penetrate throughout waste and drain pipes under slight pressure to detect cracks, leaks or breaks in closed pipe systems.  Any sign of smoke escaping can indicate possible gas or water leakage.  Smoke tests are effective, regardless of surface characteristics, soil make-up and depth of sewer lines.

Why choose Drain Smoke Testing?

• This method is helpful in detecting points of groundwater or surface water intrusion into the sewer.
• The smoke is non-toxic, non-staining, and odourless gas that is harmless to living things, food, and material goods. It creates no fire hazard.
• The process is very efficient and cost-effective. It is a fast procedure compared to other methods.
• This process is used to find leaks, and see if there are defect plumes of smoke coming out.
• Smoke testing helps in discovering lost manholes, broken or open clean outs, and abandoned service lines.
• When using smoke testing, it is helpful to partially block off the section of the sewer to be tested.