Sustainable Buildings Need Leak Detection
Published: 05 September 2017
Updated: 11 December 2019
Leaks are detected by monitoring the flow of water through the MCWS (Mains Cold Water Services) pipe. One meter is situated adjacent to the authority meter at the boundary of the property. This monitors the flow of water between the boundary point and where it enters the building. It is usual for this pipe work to be underground and as such is most vulnerable to leaks not being detected. A second water meter is installed on the pipe work where it enters the building; this one m...
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