Expert Tips & Guides

LeakGuard, Canary Detect's 24/7 smart water-monitoring system, is live across Lanzarote. First customers on board, first leaks caught — including one that would have run silently for two months. Here's how it works, why it matters, and how much it costs.

When water appears where it definitely shouldn't, the panic is instant. The advice you actually need? Probably not what you'd expect from us. Honest advice from The Leaky Finders — and the questions to ask if your insurer says find your own contractor.

A bank holiday. A ceiling dripping water. Guests checking out. New guests arriving tomorrow. How Canary Detect's multi-technology approach saved a bathtub, a holiday rental, and Good Friday itself.

There's a lot of shiny equipment in leak detection. But the gadgets are only half the story — the team that knows how to use them is the other half. Pete and Dave on Canary Detect's €80,000 toolkit and why technique beats technology in Lanzarote.

A constantly dripping tap, a meter that won't stop, a damp patch from nowhere. Before you call us — try these DIY water checks first. Five-minute steps that'll tell you whether you have a real leak in your Lanzarote home.

Discover the 5 most common hidden leak points in Lanzarote swimming pools, from light conduits to hydrostatic relief valves, and learn when to call for professional detection.

Finding the leak is only half the job — putting your property back together is the other half. How Canary Detect's specialist equipment, in-house team and quality finish mean you'd never know we were there.

Discover why a professional leak survey is essential before purchasing property in Lanzarote. Hidden pipe bursts, underground leaks, and concealed damp can turn your dream home into a financial nightmare.

Many homeowners in Lanzarote have their insurance claims rejected because they lack a proper technical report. Learn the five essential elements your insurer expects to see.

Many villas in Lanzarote have under-sink RO systems that can silently waste thousands of litres of water when the shut-off valve fails. Learn the signs and what to do next.

El Atico is the Lanzarote non-profit Pete and Dave co-own. Pre-loved donations sold from a Playa Blanca shop fund food parcels, electricity bills, deep cleans, nursing care, and Christmas presents — over €25,000 to 100+ people in need in 2025 alone.

Canary Detect introduces LeakGuard, a revolutionary 24/7 smart water monitoring system in Lanzarote. Prevent costly water leaks with instant alerts and protect your property.

Learn how GPR, acoustic detection, and tracer gas methods are adapted for Lanzarote's volcanic terrain to locate buried water, wastewater, and gas pipes accurately.

Is your swimming pool losing water faster than normal? Learn the 7 telltale signs of a pool leak and what to do about it in Lanzarote's unique climate.

Damp walls, high water bills, or a spinning meter? Learn the warning signs of hidden water leaks in Lanzarote villas and apartments.

Shocked by your water bill? Discover the 8 common causes of high water bills in Lanzarote, from hidden leaks to faulty float valves.

See how The Leaky Finders detected, located, repaired, and reinstated a hidden water leak in just one afternoon using advanced technology and surgical precision.

From aljibes to pumps, understand how Lanzarote's unique water infrastructure works, and how to spot hidden leaks before they cost you. Plus: can you drink the water?

Is your swimming pool losing water? Learn the bucket test, dye test, and when to call professional leak detection services in Lanzarote.

Underground water leaks can go undetected for months. Learn the warning signs and how to detect hidden pipe leaks before they cause major damage.

If your water meter keeps spinning with all taps closed, you likely have a hidden leak. Learn how to check and what to do next.

Damp walls aren't just unsightly, they indicate water intrusion that needs addressing. Learn the common causes and how to fix them.

Discover how thermal imaging cameras detect water leaks behind walls and under floors without any damage to your property.

Understanding the costs of pool leak detection and repair in Lanzarote. From minor fixes to major repairs, here's your complete pricing guide.