Bathroom Ceiling damange At A Bournemouth Property

Leak Detection 24/7 were contacted by a homeowner in Bournemouth, Dorset, after water began staining the ceiling below their first-floor bathroom. The leak had gradually worsened over several weeks before eventually causing water to drip through the ceiling.
The customer had been unable to determine whether the leak originated from the shower, toilet or pipework and requested a full non-invasive leak detection survey.

Initial Investigation

Our engineer carried out a detailed inspection of the affected ceiling using thermal imaging and moisture mapping equipment.

Thermal imaging identified a significant cold anomaly directly beneath the bathroom floor, while moisture readings exceeded 100% WME, confirming that the ceiling structure had become heavily saturated.

Plumbing Investigation

The bathroom fixtures were individually tested.

Pressure testing was carried out on both the hot and cold water supplies for 45 minutes.

No pressure loss was recorded, confirming that the incoming water supplies were fully sealed.

Attention then turned towards the sanitary connections.

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Borescope Investigation

Using a specialist borescope camera, our engineer inspected behind the concealed toilet and boxing without removing the bathroom.

The inspection revealed the toilet flush pipe leaking after every flush.

The connection would leak continuously for several minutes before gradually sealing itself again due to limescale build-up.

The leak had been occurring for some time and had saturated the timber floor beneath before tracking into the ceiling below.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Leak Detection 24/7 recommended replacing the flush pipe rubber and repairing the flush pipe connection to prevent further water escaping. The damaged ceiling should then be removed, allowing the floor void to dry naturally before any reinstatement work is carried out. Any insulation affected by the leak should also be replaced to ensure the area is fully restored and protected from further moisture damage.

NEED HELP FINDING A CEILING LEAK

If you are experiencing ceiling leak in a Bournemouth property, Leak Detection 24/7 provides specialist leak detection services across the UK.

Our engineers use advanced leak detection technology to locate concealed leaks in water mains, underground pipework, heating systems, and domestic plumbing systems with minimal disruption.

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