GLASS SERVICES

Leak Detection

Ultrasonic detection that pinpoints water and air leaks — no guesswork, no unnecessary stripping.

Water or air getting in where it shouldn’t? Our advanced ultrasonic leak detection technology identifies the exact source of water and air ingress with precision — no guesswork, and no unnecessary dismantling of your vehicle. We find it fast, fix it right, and verify the seal before you drive away.

How ultrasonic leak detection works

An ultrasonic transmitter is placed inside the sealed cabin of your vehicle. As sound waves escape through any gap, failed seal, or bonding fault, a sensitive sensor traces the signal back to its precise source. This lets our technicians locate the problem accurately without stripping panels or trim, saving time and protecting your vehicle.

Common causes of vehicle glass leaks

Reseal or Refit?

Once we’ve diagnosed the exact cause, we recommend only what’s necessary. A failed seal or bonding gap can often be resealed, while poorly fitted or damaged glass may need to be removed and refitted. Where a leak relates to a glass fitment carried out by Autoboys Glass Services, it is covered under our lifetime workmanship warranty.

Leak Detection — Frequently Asked Questions

We use advanced ultrasonic leak detection equipment that pinpoints the exact point of water or air ingress without dismantling your vehicle or relying on guesswork. An ultrasonic transmitter is placed inside the sealed cabin, and a sensor traces the escaping signal to the precise gap, failed seal, or bonding fault.

Common causes include:

  • Poor previous fitment or insufficient bonding adhesive
  • Perished, damaged, or incorrectly seated rubber seals
  • Body damage or corrosion around the glass aperture
  • Blocked drainage channels that force water back into the cabin

It depends on the cause. Where the leak is due to a failed seal or bonding gap, the windscreen can often be resealed. Where the glass was poorly fitted, is damaged, or the surrounding bodywork is compromised, removal, refitment or replacement may be required. We diagnose the exact cause first and only recommend what’s necessary.

Where a leak relates to a glass fitment carried out by Autoboys Glass Services, it is covered under our lifetime workmanship warranty. For leaks arising from other causes, our team will assess the issue and advise whether it falls within an insurance claim before any work begins.

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