Ageing infrastructure and declining water resources are major concerns with a growing global population. Controlling water loss has therefore become a priority for water utilities around the world. In order to improve efficiencies, water utilities need to apply good practices in leak detection.

The purpose of this document is to assist water utilities with the development and implementation of leak detection programs. Leak detection and repair is one of the components of controlling water loss. In addition to the techniques discussed within this document, water utilities should consider the other related Good Practices established by the IWA Water Loss Specialist Group.

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