Commercial Water Leak Detection and Automatic Shut-Off
Protect your premises from a leak that goes unnoticed
A water leak can disrupt trading, damage stock and equipment, and leave parts of a building unusable. The risk is greater overnight, at weekends or in areas that staff rarely visit.
SmartLeak UK helps businesses identify where water damage could occur, choose suitable protection, and have it professionally installed and tested. Founded by experienced plumber Luke Willis, we combine practical knowledge of building plumbing with smart leak detection, water monitoring and automatic shut-off technology.
Based in Worcestershire. Commercial enquiries from further afield are welcome.
Protection designed around how your building works
A shop, office or salon has different needs from a hotel, school or multi-occupancy building. We start by understanding the property, its water supplies and what needs to remain operational.
Depending on the site, we may recommend:
Water leak sensors in kitchens, toilets, plant rooms or other vulnerable areas.
Water sensing cable where a leak could spread beneath equipment or across a larger space.
Water monitoring to identify unusual or continuous water use.
Automatic shut-off to isolate a suitable supply when the system detects a defined risk.
Remote alerts so the right person can respond when the building is unoccupied.
Zoned protection for buildings where shutting off the entire water supply would be unsuitable.
The right solution depends on the building. No system can detect every leak, so we explain what the proposed setup will and will not cover.
Who we can help
SmartLeak UK can assess water protection needs for:
Shops, offices and salons
Restaurants, cafés and hospitality premises
Landlords and managing agents
Warehouses and storage facilities
Small business units and workshops
Multi-occupancy and larger commercial properties
For more complex buildings, we can work alongside the property’s facilities team, electrical contractor or specialist system provider to establish the right scope.
Our commercial service
1. Site assessment
Luke reviews the incoming water supply, pipework, existing isolation points, areas at risk, occupancy patterns and any operational constraints. We also ask who would receive an alert and who could attend the site.
2. Recommendation and quote
We explain the proposed equipment, where it would be fitted, what it would protect and any limitations. Your written quote sets out the installation work, testing, handover and any additional work identified during the survey.
3. Professional installation
We arrange the water downtime with you, install the agreed system and check the plumbing connections. Where fixed electrical work or specialist integration is needed, that part of the project is handled by an appropriately qualified partner.
4. Testing and handover
We test the relevant valves, sensors and alerts, record the settings, and show your nominated people how to respond to an alarm, reset the system and use any manual override.
5. Ongoing support
Commercial systems need periodic checks to make sure sensors, valves, batteries, alerts and settings still suit the way the building is used. Ask us about a suitable service schedule for your installation.
Many businesses only discover a leak when someone arrives the next morning. A suitable combination of detection, alerts and automatic isolation can help your team respond sooner and limit the amount of water released.
We’ll consider normal water use before recommending automatic shut-off. For buildings with essential or continuous supplies, we may recommend targeted sensors or sectional isolation instead of shutting off the whole property.
Protecting premises outside working hours
Frequently asked questions
Can a system be fitted without closing our business?
Many installations can be planned around operating hours, but the water supply may need to be isolated for part of the work. We’ll explain the expected downtime before you approve the quote.
Can you connect leak detection to our building management system?
This depends on the equipment and the building’s existing setup. Tell us about any BMS or other integration requirement when you enquire so it can be assessed with the appropriate specialist.
Will automatic shut-off interrupt normal business use?
A system must be selected and configured around the site’s normal water use. During the survey, we’ll discuss cleaning, catering, equipment and other activities that could affect the recommendation.
Can you provide a price before visiting?
We can discuss an indicative range from your description, but a reliable installation quote needs details of the supply, pipework, access and required protection. We’ll confirm the survey charge before booking.
Let’s assess your water risk
Tell us about your premises, the areas you want to protect and any previous leaks or insurer requirements. We’ll advise on the next step and arrange a survey where appropriate.