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AnyLeak provides leak and moisture detection services in British Columbia using non-invasive methods — acoustic correlation, tracer gas, thermal imaging, and moisture metering — to find leaks without digging or damage. Every inspection includes a written, insurance-ready report. Call (604) 269-5325 for a free phone consult.
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AnyLeak performs field water penetration testing of windows, curtain wall, and glazed assemblies across British Columbia using recognised standardised procedures — ASTM E1105, AAMA 501.2, and AAMA 502/503. Field water testing applies a controlled, calibrated water spray (and, for E1105, a calibrated pressure differential) to a glazed assembly to determine whether and where it admits water, producing a defensible, repeatable result that diagnostic spray alone cannot. Since 1999 we have supported BC building-envelope consultants, contractors, and owners with field water testing that distinguishes installation defects from product failures and documents performance for warranty and commissioning decisions.
ASTM E1105 Field Water Penetration Testing
ASTM E1105 evaluates installed windows and curtain wall under a controlled water spray combined with a calibrated static or cyclic air-pressure differential that simulates wind-driven rain. AnyLeak conducts E1105 testing by sealing the test chamber to the interior face, applying the specified spray rate and pressure, and observing for water penetration over the standard test duration. The procedure produces a quantified pass/fail result at a defined performance pressure, giving the consultant and owner an objective basis for acceptance or remediation decisions.
AAMA 501.2 Sealed-Joint Hose Testing
AAMA 501.2 is the recognised procedure for evaluating non-operable sealed joints — fixed glazing-to-frame and frame-to-frame perimeter seals — using a calibrated spray nozzle traversed along the joint at a specified rate and distance. AnyLeak performs AAMA 501.2 testing to confirm the water integrity of sealed curtain-wall joints and to isolate which specific joint admits water, directing the glazing contractor precisely to the failing seal rather than to a broad re-sealing scope.
AAMA 502 and 503 Newly Installed Fenestration Testing
AAMA 502 (for windows and doors) and AAMA 503 (for storefront, curtain wall, and sloped glazing) define field-check water testing of newly installed fenestration to verify installation quality. AnyLeak performs 502/503 testing during and after construction so installation defects are caught before occupancy and warranty close-out, providing documented evidence that the installed assemblies meet the project’s water-penetration requirement.
Diagnostic Spray Testing to Locate the Entry Point
When an assembly fails a standardised test or an existing building leaks, AnyLeak follows up with calibrated diagnostic spray testing that isolates the specific entry path — gasket, sealant joint, sill pan, or anchor penetration. By testing components in sequence and observing the interior, we pinpoint the exact failure mechanism, turning a “the window leaks” complaint into a precise, actionable repair instruction for the glazing or envelope contractor.
Which Field Water Test Applies
| Standard | Applies To | What It Determines |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM E1105 | Installed windows and curtain wall | Water penetration under spray + calibrated pressure |
| AAMA 501.2 | Fixed, non-operable sealed joints | Integrity of perimeter and glazing seals |
| AAMA 502 | Newly installed windows and doors | Installation-quality water check |
| AAMA 503 | Storefront, curtain wall, sloped glazing | Installation-quality water check |
Why BC Organizations Choose AnyLeak
- Non-invasive acoustic, thermal, GPR, and tracer-gas methods — no unnecessary demolition
- Certified leak detection specialists serving BC since 1999
- Written reports for engineering, insurance, procurement, and capital-planning use
- Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, and across BC
Contact AnyLeak at (604) 269-5325 or info@anyleak.ca to request an assessment or proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between ASTM E1105 and AAMA 501.2?
ASTM E1105 tests installed windows and curtain wall under spray plus a calibrated air-pressure differential simulating wind-driven rain. AAMA 501.2 tests fixed, non-operable sealed joints with a calibrated spray nozzle and no pressure differential. They evaluate different things and are often used together.
Can you test newly installed windows before warranty close-out?
Yes. AAMA 502 and 503 field-check testing verifies installation quality of new fenestration, catching defects before occupancy and warranty close-out.
Do you locate the exact leak after a failed test?
Yes. We follow a failed standardised test with calibrated diagnostic spray testing that isolates the specific gasket, joint, sill pan, or anchor admitting water.
Do you provide documented test results for the consultant of record?
Yes. We provide written results documenting the standard applied, test parameters, observations, and pass/fail outcome suitable for the building-envelope consultant and warranty records.
A Closer Look at This Service
Water does not negotiate. It moves along the path of least resistance, and every day it moves, the damage grows. The question is not whether to investigate; it is when, and the answer is always sooner rather than later.
Every city in British Columbia presents its own combination of soil, climate, construction stock, and water systems, and detection work has to respect those differences. The plan is built accordingly.
The technician works methodically through the checklist, explaining each step as it happens. Questions are welcome at every stage, and the approach is adjusted when the evidence points in a new direction.
How the Investigation Is Delivered
Every investigation follows the same disciplined sequence: consultation, survey, testing, cross-verification, marking, and documentation. The sequence is deliberate, and each step builds on the last.
- Step 1: Consultation to understand the situation and the history
- Step 2: Site survey and indicator mapping
- Step 3: Testing of the suspected systems with matched methods
- Step 4: Cross-verification of the finding
- Step 5: Marking and documentation
- Step 6: Written, dated report
A fourth mistake is hiring a repair contractor to find the leak. Contractors are paid to repair, and their interest is in the work, not in the precision of the location. An independent detection team has no repair to sell, only an answer to deliver.
What This Costs
The comparison that matters is not detection cost versus no cost; it is detection cost versus the cost of an undetected leak. One targeted repair, guided by an exact location, almost always costs less than exploratory work and repeated damage.
Most property-level investigations in British Columbia are quoted as a fixed fee once the situation is understood. The quote covers the technician’s time, the instruments, the investigation, and the written report.
Insurance and Documentation
The report produced after a this investigation investigation is written with insurers in mind. It documents the cause, the extent, the methods used, and the readings taken, so the adjuster has everything needed to process the claim.
The report also protects the policyholder. When the cause is documented at the time of the loss, there is no later dispute about what was found, when it was found, or what the condition was.
What the Report Includes
You keep the report. It documents the finding, the condition at the time of the investigation, and the guidance for the repair, which is useful for warranty, insurance, and future reference.
Reports are dated and structured so that any licensed contractor can take the marked location and proceed directly to the repair. They are also accepted by insurers, engineers, property managers, and, when needed, in dispute processes.
When to Call
Call when a repair contractor cannot find the source. Blind replacement of pipe, membrane, or roofing is expensive, and it fails when the true cause is elsewhere. The investigation answers the question the contractor could not.
Call when a decision needs documentation: an insurance claim, a real estate transaction, a strata dispute, or a warranty process. Those decisions run on evidence, and the evidence has to exist before the deadline.
How to Prepare the Property
Clear access to the meter, the main shut-off, the water heater, and the areas showing indicators speeds the investigation. A cleared path saves the technician’s time, which is your time on the quote.
Clear access to the meter, the main shut-off, the water heater, and the areas showing indicators speeds the investigation. A cleared path saves the technician’s time, which is your time on the quote.
Related Services and Locations
The same standards apply across every service and every community we serve. The links below point to the service pages, city pages, and the site resources most relevant to this topic.
- Water Leak Detection Services in BC
- Underground Water Leak Detection
- Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
- Building Envelope Leak Detection
- Moisture Detection
- Our Guarantee
- How Leak Detection Works
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Common Questions
Is this service non-invasive?
Yes. Every method used works from the surface and leaves no marks. Nothing is cut, dug, or permanently marked during the investigation.
How accurate is the location?
With cross-verified methods, locations are typically within a metre or less, and slab locations within inches.
Is the report useful for insurance?
Yes. The report documents the cause, the extent, the methods used, and the readings, structured for claims and engineering review.
How long does an investigation take?
Most property-level investigations complete within a day, and the written report follows within one to two business days.
Do you repair leaks?
No. Detection and documentation are the service. The report guides the repair contractor to the exact location.
What does this cost?
The quote is fixed before work begins, based on the scope defined in the free consultation. What you are quoted is what you pay.
Call (604) 269-5325 or email info@anyleak.ca for a free consultation. The report is dated, documented, and written to the standard insurers and engineers expect.
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