# Leaks under Sheet Membranes
### Issue Image:
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## Issue Description:
- If a leak occurs through a sheet membrane it can be difficult to diagnose the location.
- Installing an electrical trace wire beneath the sheet membrane will allow the leak to be located.
- Sika makes a system to do this: [SIKA TRACE WIRE](https://grc.sika.com/dms/getdocument.get/b6b566f5-73a3-491a-8e2a-14a08ea7f48a/SikaRoof-Control-Monitoring-Leak-Detection.pdf)
## Actions to Prevent this Issue:
- [ ] If a sheet membrane is specified, check that a trace wire is installed underneath it.