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Found a Leak in Your Bathroom? Here's What to Do Next

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Few things strike fear into the hearts of homeowners more than a leak in the bathroom. It may at first seem like quite a small problem, but even the tiniest of leaks can soon grow to something pretty large. And the damage a leak can cause can likewise be significant, involving lots of lost time and even more lost money. For these reasons and many more, it’s essential that you know what to do if you find a leak in your bathroom. So whether water is dripping from your living room ceiling or you’ve found a suspect puddle, here’s how to tackle a bathroom leak.

Step 1) Identify the type of leak

The first thing to do when you spot any signs of a bathroom leak is to identify the specific type of leak you’re dealing with. Because some can be more damaging than others, it’s a good idea to have this info if you can get it, especially when it comes to calling in the professionals. There are generally two types of leaks you’ll see in a bathroom. If the area that water is appearing is a damp spot that seems to come and go, it’s likely a leak in a drainage line. On the other hand, if the leak is a continuous drip of water or pool on the floor, it’s most likely a leak in your pressurised supply lines.

Step 2) Identify the precise location of the leak

The next thing you should do when you notice a leak either in your bathroom (or coming from it) is to try to locate its precise location. Unfortunately, many leaks are hidden away in the inner-workings of your bathroom’s plumbing, but sometimes you’ll be lucky enough to find it out in the open. Examples of easy-to-find leaks include any piping that’s attached to the sink or toilet. Likewise, depending on the bath you have, you may also be able to spot leaky piping there too.

Step 3) Stem the flow if you can, then call the pros

The first part of this step is really just precautionary, on the off-chance that your leak is the result of some loose plumbing. If you’ve been able to locate the exact source of the leak, take a close look and see if you can spot where water is coming out of the pipework. If this is happening at any point where two pipes meet, you may also see some screw thread. If this is the case, a spanner might be all you need to tighten the loose fitting and fix the leak yourself. If that doesn’t do the job, or you can’t find the leak, it’s time to call in a professional plumber – and the sooner, the better!

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