Water leak detection in Maroubra
Water bill jumped? Damp patch on the wall, bubbling paint or loose tiles in the bathroom? We find hidden water leaks in Maroubra homes and fix them with the least damage possible. We test before we open anything up, show you what we found, and give you a fixed price before any repair work starts. We're based in nearby Matraville.
Signs of a leak
- A water bill that's higher than usual for no reason
- Damp patches, stains, mould or bubbling paint on walls or ceilings
- Loose or drummy tiles in the bathroom, or water in the next room after a shower
- The sound of running water when everything is off
- A wet or extra-green patch in the yard
- Water pressure that has suddenly dropped
How we find and fix leaks
Isolate
We test sections of your plumbing one at a time to narrow down where the water is going.
Locate
Pressure testing, listening equipment and moisture readings pinpoint the leak before anything is opened up.
Your options
We explain what we found and give you options with a fixed price.
Repair and report
We fix it and give you a report of what we found and fixed, useful for your water bill or insurer.
Leaks in Maroubra homes
In the post-war houses of South Maroubra and North Maroubra, galvanised water pipes rust from the inside and older copper develops pinholes, often under the floor where you can't see them. In walk-ups and apartments around Maroubra Junction, a leaking shower or pipe in one unit often shows up as a damp ceiling or wall in the unit below. Worn shower seals and grout are one of the most common causes of water getting into walls and the next room.
Check it yourself first
Turn off every tap, note your water meter reading, wait an hour without using water and check again. If it's moved, you have a leak. Our water meter guide and hidden leak guide explain how.
Ask about your water bill
Sydney Water may give an allowance for water lost through a hidden leak that's been repaired by a licensed plumber. Ask us for a repair report.
Why Maroubra locals call us
- Based in nearby Matraville, a short drive from every part of Maroubra
- 100+ five-star Google reviews
- Free quotes, and a fixed price before any work starts
- Lifetime labour warranty on our workmanship
- Licensed plumbers and gasfitters (Lic. 398171C)
Common questions
How do you find a hidden leak without breaking walls?
We isolate parts of the system and use pressure testing, listening equipment and moisture readings to pinpoint the leak before opening anything up.
Why is my water bill suddenly high?
Usually a leak: a running toilet, a dripping tap or a hidden pipe leak. Do the meter test to check.
Can you fix a leaking shower without retiling?
Sometimes. If the leak is in the seals or grout, they can be redone. If the waterproofing under the tiles has failed, more work is needed. We'll tell you which it is.
Do you charge to find a leak?
If we need to investigate before we can quote, we'll tell you the investigation fee before we start.
More plumbing in Maroubra: our Maroubra plumber page, plus hot water, blocked drains, gas fitting, taps and toilets, water filters, pipe relining. We also cover nearby Matraville, Malabar, Pagewood and Coogee.