Stop searching blindly. Advanced thermal imaging technology finds the exact leak source—even hidden moisture invisible to the naked eye. From $350. Same-day repairs. same-day urgent service.
Advanced technology meets 30 years of experience
Roof leaks are frustrating. Water appears in your ceiling or walls, but finding where it's actually entering is like detective work. You might see water damage in your bedroom, but the leak could be metres away on your roof. Guessing wastes time and money on repairs that don't work.
I Care Roofing uses advanced thermal imaging technology combined with 30+ years of experience to locate even the most elusive leaks quickly and accurately. Our infrared cameras detect temperature differences caused by moisture—revealing hidden leaks, water paths, and saturation invisible to the naked eye.
We don't just find where water appears—we find where it's actually entering your roof. Then we fix it right the first time with guaranteed repairs. Available same-day across all Sydney suburbs for emergency leak detection.

Understanding the challenge helps you appreciate the solution
Water doesn't fall straight down. Once water enters your roof through a crack, broken tile, or damaged flashing, it can travel:
The water might travel 5-10 metres from the entry point before appearing as a ceiling stain or drip. Sydney's tile roofs with valleys, skylights, and complex roof lines make finding leaks even more challenging.
Multiple repair attempts that don't fix the leak
Ceiling, wall, and structural damage during delays
Find it accurately + fix it properly the first time
💡 Professional leak detection saves money by finding the problem fast and fixing it right.
Multiple advanced techniques ensure we locate every leak
Infrared cameras detect temperature differences from moisture. Reveals hidden water in sarking, insulation, and timbers—even before visible damage appears.
Electronic moisture detection equipment measures water content in materials. Confirms thermal imaging findings and tracks extent of moisture spread.
Controlled water application to suspected areas. Confirms entry points and allows us to observe exactly how water travels through your roof structure.
30+ years experience recognizing leak patterns. Systematic roof-level inspection checking all potential entry points, valleys, flashings, and penetrations.
A thorough approach that finds leaks others miss
We discuss your leak symptoms—when it appears, where you see water, weather conditions, and any previous repairs attempted. This helps us focus our investigation.
Advanced infrared scanning of your entire roof and ceiling spaces. Temperature variations reveal moisture patterns, water paths, and the likely entry point.
Comprehensive roof-level examination checking tiles, valleys, flashing, penetrations, and all potential leak sources. We verify thermal imaging findings.
Controlled water application to suspected areas confirms the exact entry point. We observe water travel patterns to ensure we've identified the true source.
Detailed report with thermal images, photos, precise leak location, cause identified, and transparent repair recommendations with itemised pricing.
Expert repair of the identified leak source using quality materials. We fix it properly so it doesn't come back. 2-year warranty included.
Leak-Free Guarantee: If we can't find your leak, no charge for detection
Plus 2-year warranty on repairs
Where leaks typically start (and why they're hard to spot)
Valleys channel heavy water flow. Flashing cracks, rusts, or separates from tiles. Often the #1 leak source in Sydney tile roofs.
Challenge: Hard to spot—water travels along valley
Pointing deteriorates over time allowing water under ridge caps. Wind-driven rain penetrates gaps. Appears as random ceiling spots.
Challenge: Leak can appear anywhere below ridge
Flashing around chimneys cracks, corrodes, or separates from masonry. Sydney weather accelerates deterioration of sealants and mortars.
Challenge: Water travels down chimney sides
Skylight flashing or seals fail over time. Particularly problematic in older installations or after re-roofing work.
Challenge: Multiple potential failure points
Plumbing vents, whirlybirds, and TV antennas create penetrations. Flashing around these can crack or seal can fail.
Challenge: Often overlooked in inspections
Cracked tiles (often from hail or falling branches) allow direct water entry. Can be hard to spot from ground level.
Challenge: Multiple cracked tiles possible
Blocked or damaged gutters overflow, allowing water behind fascia and into roof space. Appears during heavy rain only.
Challenge: Intermittent—only occurs in rain
Where roof meets walls or second stories. Flashing cracks or seal fails. Common in Sydney's multi-level homes.
Challenge: Hidden behind tiles and cladding
Older metal roofs develop rust holes. Colorbond fasteners can leak if washers deteriorate. Coastal Sydney accelerates corrosion.
Challenge: Small holes hard to see from below
Traditional leak detection relies on visual inspection and experience alone. But many leaks are invisible—hidden behind tiles, under flashing, or trapped in roof cavities.
Thermal imaging sees what your eyes can't. Our infrared cameras detect temperature variations caused by moisture. Wet areas appear different colours on the thermal display, revealing:
The result? We find your leak in 1-3 hours instead of days or weeks of trial-and-error. Then we fix it properly the first time.
Save Time + Money + Damage
Transparent pricing—and the fee is credited towards repairs
For straightforward cases
For hidden or elusive leaks
Detection fee is credited towards repair costs if you proceed with I Care Roofing
Book Leak Detection ServiceActive roof leaks cause damage every minute. Our emergency team responds within 2-4 hours across all Sydney suburbs—day or night, weekends and public holidays. We'll find your leak fast and stop the water immediately.
Comprehensive investigation and detailed reporting
Technology, experience, and guaranteed results
30+ years finding leaks across every Sydney roof type. We've seen it all and know where to look.
Thermal imaging reveals leaks, but experience interprets the data correctly. We combine both.
Detection fee credited towards repairs. We want to find your leak and fix it—not just charge for investigations.
Professional roof leak detection throughout the Sydney metropolitan area
I Care Roofing provides expert roof leak detection services Sydney. From family homes in the Ryde area, heritage houses on the North Shore to modern developments in the Hills District.
200+ suburbs across 5 major regions in Sydney
Can't see your area?
We service the entire Sydney metropolitan area
Don't ignore these warning signs of roof leaks
Brown or yellow discolouration, circular stains, or growing patches indicate active or recent leaks.
Direct water dripping from ceiling or walls during or after rainfall means water is actively entering.
Musty smells in rooms indicate hidden moisture and potential mould growth in roof spaces.
Paint peeling from ceilings or walls, or bubbling/blistering indicates moisture behind the surface.
Ceiling bowing or sagging means significant water accumulation—structural risk requiring immediate attention.
Black, green, or white mould on ceilings or walls indicates ongoing moisture problem and health risk.
Water marks below roof line or around windows indicate roof-to-wall flashing issues.
Unexplained water bill increases combined with dampness might indicate a leak.
See any of these signs? Don't wait.
Early leak detection prevents thousands in water damage repairs
Book Leak Detection NowProactive maintenance saves money and stress
Professional inspections identify potential problems before they become leaks. Small issues are cheaper to fix than emergency repairs.
From $199
Blocked gutters cause water overflow that can enter roof spaces. Clean before and after Sydney's storm season.
DIY or $150-$300
Fix broken tiles, worn pointing, and damaged flashing immediately. Small repairs ($299-$600) prevent major damage.
From $299
Branches scraping roof surfaces damage tiles and flashing. Falling branches can crack tiles creating leak entry points.
$200-$500
Sydney storms damage roofs. Quick post-storm checks identify damage before the next rain causes interior leaks.
Free self-check
Proactive restoration seals your roof, replaces failing components, and prevents multiple leak problems developing.
From $4,500
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Advanced thermal imaging leak detection finds leaks fast. Same-day repairs available. Emergency service 24/7 across Sydney. We find it or no charge—guaranteed.