Scope
What needs to be investigated or done. A single-room leak is different to a 22-metre sewer line. A pool plumbing test is different to a full pre-purchase inspection.
Pricing & What To Expect
Honest pricing on the most common detection, inspection and rehabilitation services. Every site is different and exact pricing is confirmed after a quick scope on the phone or via WhatsApp — but these are the realistic starting points.
How Pricing Works
What Affects The Final Quote
Three factors determine pricing on any HydroTrace job.
Complexity
How accessible the problem is. A leak under tiled flooring takes longer than one in an accessible service duct. A pipe under mature paving needs different equipment.
Location
Travel to and from the site. We're based in Gauteng — work within our core service area carries no travel premium. Out-of-area work is quoted with travel costs disclosed upfront.
Indicative Pricing
Starting Prices By Service
These are typical starting prices for common residential and small-commercial jobs.
Residential Leak Detection
From R 1,650
Acoustic and pressure-based leak detection for a single residential property. Covers initial assessment, leak location, and written findings.
Pool Leak Detection
Quoted per project
Bucket test, dye testing, pressure testing of suction and return lines, acoustic location if applicable.
CCTV Drain Inspection
From R 2,450 / hour
Camera survey of a residential sewer line. Includes recorded video, defect log and written recommendations.
Drain Cleaning & Jetting
Quoted per project
High-pressure jetting of a residential drain line. Includes post-clean CCTV verification.
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Quoted per project
Full residential plumbing, drainage and leak inspection with categorised written report.
CIPP Pipe Relining
Quoted per project
Trenchless pipe rehabilitation. Includes pre- and post-CCTV survey.
GPR Utility Survey
Quoted per project
Ground-penetrating radar for pre-excavation surveys. Includes marked site plan and contractor briefing.
Pre-Excavation Concrete Scan
Quoted per project
GPR scanning of slabs, walls or columns before drilling, coring or cutting.
Emergency Callout
Quoted per project
24/7 emergency response for burst pipes, flooding and sewage backups. Premium rate applies for after-hours and weekend work.
All prices exclude VAT. Pricing for commercial, body corporate and industrial work is quoted per project after scope.
No-Surprise Promise
What We Won't Do
- We won't quote a low headline price and then "discover" extras on site
- We won't add hidden charges to the call-out — what you're quoted is what you pay
- We won't pressure you into a same-day decision on rehabilitation work
- We won't bill for work you didn't approve in writing
- If we can't help on a particular job, we'll tell you upfront and refer you to someone who can
Common Questions
Pricing FAQ
Do you charge to come out and assess?
Standard residential call-out fees start from R1,650. The call-out covers travel and the initial on-site diagnostic work. We confirm pricing on the phone or WhatsApp before booking — there are no hidden charges added on the day.
How do I get a written quote?
Easiest is WhatsApp or a phone call describing the issue. For complex work we'll arrange a site visit and produce a written quote within 24-48 hours.
Are repair costs included in detection?
No — detection and repair are separate services. The detection report tells you exactly what to repair, who to use, and what to expect to pay. Most insurance policies cover the detection cost when a hidden leak is confirmed.
What payment methods do you accept?
EFT, card payment on site, Zapper and SnapScan. Invoices are issued for all work; receipts are emailed immediately on payment.
Do you offer warranties on rehabilitation work?
Yes. Workmanship warranty terms vary by service and are confirmed in the project quotation.
R1,650Call-out from (residential)
24-48hInsurance-ready report
24/7Emergency commercial line