Signs of a bathroom leak
Bathroom leaks often appear as damp below the room, wet grout, recurring mould, loose tiles, swollen skirting, ceiling stains or water after shower use. The pattern helps decide what to test first.
- Ceiling stain below bathroom
- Wet grout or mould
- Leak after shower use
- Damp around bath, toilet or drain
Why evidence protects the repair
Replacing sealant or breaking tiles too soon can miss the true source. Water may be escaping from a drain, pipe, tray edge, waterproofing layer or adjacent room. A site visit protects you from treating the wrong problem.
- Do not assume grout is the only cause
- Check usage patterns
- Compare upstairs and downstairs evidence
Inspection approach
Depending on the symptom, the inspection may include thermal imaging, moisture checks, visual testing, acoustic checks for pipework and recommendations for targeted repair. The aim is to put your mind at ease with a proper on-site check.
- Thermal inspection
- Moisture mapping
- Shower and drain checks
- Written findings if needed