Plumbing Compliance Reports vs Leak Detection Reports: What’s the Difference?
Not all plumbing reports are the same — and choosing the right one could make or break your insurance claim or VCAT dispute.
At Plumbing Compliance Solutions, we often help clients who have been given the wrong type of report by a general plumber or detection-only company. Here's how they differ:
Leak Detection Reports: Focused & Technical
Leak detection reports are narrow in scope — designed to pinpoint the source of a leak. They usually include:
Details of testing methods (e.g. tracer gas, moisture meters)
Location of leak
Likely cause of leak
Photos and basic site notes
These are suitable if your only concern is finding the source of water ingress — particularly for internal leaks, roof damage, or stormwater overflow.
However, they often lack the compliance context needed for legal or insurance outcomes.
Plumbing Compliance Reports: Comprehensive & Legally Strong
A plumbing compliance report goes further. It's a comprehensive document used to:
Support VCAT or insurance proceedings
Evaluate whether plumbing installations meet code
Document multiple issues with clarity
Recommend compliant rectification methods
Our reports are written by licensed plumbers with VCAT and insurance expertise — not just leak finders.
This means your report will:
Stand up in court or tribunal
Support your case against a builder
Help insurers approve claims quickly
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Which Do You Need?
Just need to find a leak? Start with tracer gas leak detection.
Need to prove non-compliance or win a dispute? You need a full plumbing compliance report.
In many cases, both reports may be needed — and that’s where we help by combining expert leak detection with code-based reporting, all in one visit.
Don’t risk delays or legal knockbacks. Contact Plumbing Compliance Solutions and we’ll guide you through the right solution for your situation.