Make sense of the signs.
Useful information for the moment you suspect a leak — and for planning what happens next.
Boiler losing pressure: what to check next
Repeated pressure loss needs a cause, not just another top-up. Here is what to record before arranging help.
Explore boiler losing pressure: what to check nextGUIDE 02A high water bill with no visible leak
Compare the bill and your water use, then gather useful observations before assuming an underground leak.
Explore a high water bill with no visible leakGUIDE 03Water coming through a ceiling: first steps
Put safety first, limit water loss where safe and record the symptoms for the right investigation.
Explore water coming through a ceiling: first stepsGUIDE 04Finding a water leak under a concrete floor
What specialist detection can establish before a solid floor is opened for a plumbing repair.
Explore finding a water leak under a concrete floorGUIDE 05Trace and access: preparing for an insurance enquiry
Understand the difference between investigation, access, pipe repair and reinstatement before discussing cover.
Explore trace and access: preparing for an insurance enquiryGUIDE 06Is it damp, condensation or a hidden pipe leak?
The timing and pattern of moisture can guide an investigation, but appearances alone do not establish the cause.
Explore is it damp, condensation or a hidden pipe leak?GUIDE 07How to prepare for a leak detection visit
A little information about the property, water system and access can make the investigation more productive.
Explore how to prepare for a leak detection visitGUIDE 08How much does leak detection and repair cost?
Compare the scope of a quote as well as the headline price, including access, repair, reporting and finishing work.
Explore how much does leak detection and repair cost?GUIDE 09Non-invasive leak detection: what does it mean?
Understand how specialist tracing can reduce unnecessary opening, and why a concealed pipe repair still needs access.
Explore non-invasive leak detection: what does it mean?GUIDE 10Water meter moving with the taps off
What to record when a meter appears to show water use even though you are not using a tap.
Explore water meter moving with the taps offGUIDE 11Suspected water leak under a driveway
Plan an underground supply investigation before digging into paving, concrete or a finished drive.
Explore suspected water leak under a drivewayGUIDE 12Bathroom leak or hidden supply pipe?
The timing of water damage near a bathroom can help plan checks on fittings, water paths and concealed pipework.
Explore bathroom leak or hidden supply pipe?GUIDE 13Can’t find your water leak? How specialist tracing helps
A high bill, falling boiler pressure or recurring damp can signal a concealed problem. Learn how an investigation moves from the symptom to a repair plan.
Explore can’t find your water leak? how specialist tracing helpsGUIDE 14Plumber near me or leak detection specialist: which do I need?
Understand when visible plumbing repairs differ from tracing a concealed leak, and how detection, access and repair can work together.
Explore plumber near me or leak detection specialist: which do i need?GUIDE 15Looking for leak repair near you? Compare the whole job
See what should be clear about detection, access, parts, testing, reports and reinstatement before arranging a hidden water leak repair.
Explore looking for leak repair near you? compare the whole jobGUIDE 16Can you have a hidden leak without visible water?
Why buried supplies, concealed heating pipes and internal leaks may show up as pressure loss or unexpected consumption before a puddle appears.
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