Dripping overflow in Littledean? Here's what to do.
A dripping overflow pipe outside your house means a float valve has failed somewhere — usually the toilet cistern, sometimes the cold water tank in the loft.
Try this first
Safe steps you can take in the next 10 minutes — in order.
- 1Identify which overflow it is — match the position outside to the room inside (toilet, airing cupboard, loft).
- 2If the toilet, lift the cistern lid and check whether the water is rising above the overflow tube.
- 3Adjust the float arm down a fraction (older types) — a quick free fix in many cases.
- 4If the valve is clearly leaking past, replace it (£10 part, 30 minutes).
When to stop and call
If you can't access the source, or if a loft tank is overflowing and you can't shut off the supply.
Likely causes
Most cases of a dripping overflow pipe in Littledean homes come down to one of these.
- Failed float valve in the toilet cistern (most common)
- Failed ballcock washer in a loft cold-water tank
- Float arm bent out of position
- Limescale on the valve seat
What it costs to fix in Littledean
Quick fix
£75
Typical
£130
Worst case
£280
Most overflow fixes are a callout plus a £10–£40 part.
The service that fixes this
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See emergency plumber in Littledean →Quick questions
Can I fix a dripping overflow pipe in my Littledean home myself?
Sometimes yes — the steps above cover the common DIY fixes. If you can't access the source, or if a loft tank is overflowing and you can't shut off the supply.
What does fixing a dripping overflow pipe typically cost in Littledean?
Around £130 for the typical repair (range £75–£280). Most overflow fixes are a callout plus a £10–£40 part.
How quickly can someone come out in Littledean?
For genuine emergencies in Littledean we usually attend within 1–3 hours during weekdays. For non-urgent jobs we typically book within 2–5 working days.
Is this an emergency?
Usually no. A dripping overflow pipe can normally wait until the next working day, which keeps the cost down. Genuine emergencies are flooding, no water at all, or gas smells.
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We reach Littledean via M5, A40, A417 — and serve sites within roughly 25 miles of here.
- Cinderford~4 mi
- Soudley~6 mi
- Newnham~8 mi
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