Acme Detection
Company Overview
Acme Detection is a leak identification company founded in the early 90s. Our team is community-based, reliable, and skilled regarding identifying the source of your leaks. We employ advanced video inspections to identify and trace the pipes. Our customers value our approachable service and responsiveness. We accept service calls outside regular hours and throughout the weekend for emergencies as we understand that leaks can strike at any time. Give us a call or check our website to learn more today!
Back in 2005, Acme Detection started to assist the residents of Santa Barbara. We were working on several different construction projects and often faced difficulties with leak detection. Other companies providing leak detection services were either backed up for weeks and charging very hefty service rates. We started finding the leaks ourselves using a single vehicle in order to speed up our own projects and are now running three across the greater Santa Barbara region.
Our owner, Gary Fuller is a third generation Santa Barbaran. Gary is a certified general contractor, an electrician, as well as a plumber and holds membership in the California Bar. His expertise lies in handling leak detection inquiries, and is knowledgeable about many areas of construction. When he is not working, he loves to surf and boat enthusiast who tries to spend as much time on the water as possible.
Business Services
- Electric inspection
- Plumbing inspection
Business Location & Hours
Mon: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Tue: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Wed: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Thu: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Fri: | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Sat: | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Sun: | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
Recommended Customer Reviews

We had an underground water leak. Acme Detection showed up on time the same day called. The leak was found after a very thorough audio inspection (about 30 test sites). Acme's plumber was able to locate and fix the leak the same day. Acme Detection completed the job on time and on budget. Much thanks goes to Acme Detection Company's Gary Fuller and his positive can do attitude.

We had a relatively unpleasant leak coming from our kitchen. Gary F. came by, and within minutes was able to identity the problem. He was very friendly and professional, making the whole process even easier!

Gary and his team of experts have saved me several times. I have had multiple plumbing issues after moving into a new condominium complex in Santa Barbara. Whether it was finding the location of a broken water pipe damaged by tree roots; to figuring out where in the walls a leak is coming from; and most recently when my shower handle broke with the water fully on. The team at Acme are prompt; professional; and cost effective. They are also really good at their jobs. I cannot recommend highly enough.

So nice to have a service that will tell when they don't think you have a problem. I called about some mold in my closet and he talked me through different scenarios and things to try first before engaging the leak detection. Very knowledgeable and spent a lot of time with me on the phone. So great to find HONEST people!

ACME - Gary and Larry - were great! Responsive, quick, smart and ethical. They found the leak, fixed it and advised on options and impacts along with way. Their fees were reasonable, especially compared to other options I researched. They are local and appreciate being in the community. I recommend them with confidence.

Thanks so much Garry for your knowledge and ability to solve my water leak issues. Prompt and efficient

Spoke over and over again on the phone, about work needing completion.
These people are sluggish even with simple decisions, and overall poor business operators. Don't let them waste you're time.

Thanks for the call back! Service is above and beyond! . I've been having problems with my water meter for months now. It seems like my water bill seems to double every six months and I was really pulling my hair out trying to pinpoint the problem. After a friend recommended Gary, I wish I would have called him a year ago. He was at my house the next day ready to go and in two hours had pressure tested all my lines. He found several small leaks in my irrigation system along with a couple of leaky toilets in my home, that were costing me nearly. With the drought still in full effect, I can't explain how much better it feels to have this taken care of and I would recommend any homeowner struggling with water management to give Gary a call. Now leak free it is worth the peace of mind alone. Thanks Acme Detection!

Gary was great! He showed up on time, the price was the most reasonable from all the other competitors and it took him only the time he said it was going to take him, and of course he found the leak. Then he also fixed it!!! He followed up with us to make sure we had water and that we were OK. Outstanding service, I will highly recommend Acme Leak Detection.

We had a very high water bill on a rental property that we own in Goleta. After a couple of months with no changes in the usage I decided to look into a leak detection service. I called three different places and Acme had the best price and the quickest availability. I arrived 20 minutes late to our appointment after being tied up at work, and by that time they had already figured out the problem by studying the past water usage and the meter and determining that it was a minor issue related to a toilet, not a hidden leak as I suspected. The owner, Gary, even showed me how to check the micro measurements of the meter on my own for future issues. In the end, the bill came out less than quoted and the fix was easy. I wish I had called a few weeks sooner because it would've saved me hundreds of dollars on my water bill.