Repairs and problems
Damp patches on the wall behind a shower
How this is diagnosed
- Common failure points are the tray junction
- unsealed pipe penetrations and a niche without proper waterproofing.
- Moisture readings taken over several days
- wet and dry, distinguish an active leak from a historic one.
Before you commit
Moisture readings taken over several days, wet and dry, distinguish an active leak from a historic one.
Your questions answered
Can it be repaired locally?
Sometimes, if the failure is at a definable junction. Widespread failure means retanking.
Will drying it out solve it?
Only if the water source has been stopped first.
Planning damp behind a shower wall?
Tell us the town or postcode and roughly what stage you are at. We'll tell you honestly whether it is a job we can take on.