Why is my bath leaking? Emergency plumbing repairs in South London by The London Plumbing Company
A leak into, from or around your bath is quite common, and can have a number of causes.
The London Plumbing Company answers ‘Why is my bath leaking?’
The signs of a leaking bath at your South London home can go undetected for some time, with the first indicator often a growth of mould around the bath, or, even worse, a damp or discoloured patch on the ceiling underneath where water has accumulated.
Even at this stage, though, you shouldn’t panic. Expert emergency plumbers in South London from The London Plumbing Company quickly check out and fix common leaking bath problems, getting your emergency plumbing repair job done before the problem gets bigger.
My bath’s leaking through the ceiling! Time to call local emergency plumbers from The London Plumbing Company
Because large parts of the workings of your bath are hidden from sight, you might see the first indication of a leaking bath on the ceiling in the room below.
A damp spot is a sign of a leaking bath that needs immediate attention to prevent any further damage. Whether you’re a homeowner in South London, a property agent or landlord, protect your property and repair your leaking bath with an emergency plumbing repair by The London Plumbing Company’s South London 24-hour plumber team.
Our expert emergency plumbers, based locally and operating only in South London, will be with you quickly to isolate the water supply and carry out a series of systematic checks to pinpoint the source of the leak in your bath, before carrying out an effective repair that gets your bathroom back to normal – no fuss.
Once you’ve called out our emergency plumbing team in South London, try to dry out the area around the leak and cover it if you can, to try and prevent early signs of mould growth which can become more widespread.
If water is dripping from your leaking bath, catch the drips in a waterproof container, and mop up any excess water. If you have them, a fan or dehumidifier will speed up your clear-up and remove excess moisture from the air.
Use fans or dehumidifiers to help speed up the drying process if possible, and once our team has found out why your bath is leaking and fixed the leak, you should find that those early drips or signs of damp will soon evaporate.
What’s causing my bath in my South London home to leak?
The London Plumbing Company’s emergency bath repair plumbers find that a handful of common causes are behind most leaking bath problems:
Damaged, loose or missing sealant causing a bath leak
Caulking is a sealant applied around the edges of your bath to prevent water from seeping through gaps. Over time, caulk can deteriorate, crack, or become loose – and where there’s a gap, water will find it and cause your bath to leak. So check your caulking regularly and remove any damaged sections to prevent your bath from leaking. Clean the area thoroughly and reapply a fresh bead of waterproof caulk to ensure a tight seal. It’s a quick job for our emergency plumbing team in South London, but can help to prevent bigger leaking bath problems later down the line.
A leak in the bath’s pipework
Leaks in your bath’s waste or clean water supply pipe are the most common faults in bath pipework. Water finds its way into cracks, weak connections or a damaged seal anywhere, causing leaks from your bath and its pipework. Tightening connections or replacing damaged parts can provide a temporary repair, but a professional emergency plumber from The London Plumbing Company’s local, South London team will diagnose and repair leaking bath pipework thoroughly, for a lasting fix.
Bath leak caused by a faulty overflow
The overflow is a device fitted near the top of your bathtub which stops water from spilling over the bath’s rim and causing a leak if you accidentally leave the taps running. The gasket in the waste pipe can become worn or damaged, letting water leak into the space under the bath. The London Plumbing Company gets to your South London home quickly, with emergency plumbers who will remove the cover plate and check the connection before replacing faulty parts to fix your leaking bath.
Leak coming from a crack in your bath
Even a hairline crack in the bath can lead to a leak, especially if the crack is near the bottom of the bath. When repairing a cracked bath that’s leaking, The London Plumbing Company’s emergency plumbers in South London will evaluate the leak and recommend repair or replacement options, depending on the extent of the crack and the leak coming from your bath.
A leaking bath tap
Constant dripping from a leaking bath tap may start to corrode the area it falls on, and will eventually start leaving signs on plastic surfaces too, damaging your bath and potentially causing it to lea. Usually, the rubber washers inside the bath taps are the source of the leak. However, the problem could lie with the bath taps themselves, which The London Plumbing Company’s emergency plumbers in South London will fix quickly to prevent further damage from leaks.
Other plumbing problems that may cause a leaking bath
Some leaking bath problems in South London homes are hidden, indicating a problem somewhere else in your plumbing system, rather than just with the bath. Blocked or damaged pipes, leaks in a water pipe, or problems with a sink or toilet unit can result in water collecting and leaking under the bath. If your bath is leaking but you’re not sure why – or even if you are! – The London Plumbing Company’s professional, 24-hour emergency plumbers will get to your South London home quickly to thoroughly inspect and repair your home’s plumbing and leaking bath.
How much does it cost to fix a leak on my bath at my South London home?
Understanding why your bath is leaking, and the cost of an emergency plumbing repair to your bath, will often depend on what we find at the start of our emergency repair job, as well as where you live.
Across South London, from Wandsworth to Wimbledon, Tooting, Balham and Clapham, The London Plumbing Company’s emergency plumbers are available 24 hours a day for emergency plumbing repairs, including leaking baths and other bathroom plumbing emergencies.
With great communication from a friendly team, some of South London’s most competitive rates, and a fast response to emergency bath leak repairs and plumbing callouts, you’ll always know when we’ve picked up your emergency plumbing repair job, how much it’ll cost and when we’ll be there to fix it.
The London Plumbing Company gets on with the job so you can get on with your day. No fuss, no timewasting and no waiting in for plumbers who don’t arrive.
The London Plumbing Company is now available around the clock for emergency plumbing and leaking bath repairs in South London! Just call us to get in touch with one of our 24-hour plumbers any time you need us.
Get a quote for reliable emergency plumbing repairs to fix your leaking bath in South London
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