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Leak detection and repair

A small leak can run for months behind a bath panel or under a floor. We trace it to the source and fix that, not just the stain.

Plumber tightening a copper fitting under a kitchen sink

Sounds like yours if

✓ A brown ring spreading on the ceiling
✓ Damp skirting or laminate starting to lift
✓ The water meter turning with every tap off
✓ A musty smell from a cupboard or under the stairs

Most houses round here went up in the late 1970s and 80s. The pipes in the floors are usually fine. The joints under baths, behind toilets and on old cold water tanks are what wear out, so that is where we look first.

We check the fittings, run a meter test and lift only what we need to. Once it is fixed we show you the part that failed.

What this covers

✓ Leaks under sinks, baths and showers
✓ Ceiling stains and damp patches
✓ Meter tests for hidden leaks
✓ Leaking waste pipes and traps
✓ Seals round baths and shower trays
Tip

Turn every tap off and look at your water meter. If the dial still moves, water is escaping somewhere.

Will you need to take the floor up?

Usually not. We start with what we can reach and only lift a board or panel when the evidence points there. We ask you first.

Can you help with an insurance claim?

We write up what we found, what caused it and what we fixed, with photos, for you to send to your insurer.

Ring and tell us what is going on

You speak to the plumber who will do the job. We will tell you when we can come and roughly what it will cost.

? Need a plumber?

Plumbing problem?

What do you need help with?

Pick one and we will take it from there.

Something is leaking now →

Turn the water off at the stopcock, usually under the kitchen sink, then call. Or leave your number and we will ring you back.

Call 07872 069918 now

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A repair or new fitting →

Leave your details and we will call to talk through the job.

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A bathroom or bigger job →

Leave your details and we will call to arrange a visit and a written quote.

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Rather talk now? Call 07872 069918