Leaking shower in Churchdown? Here's what to do.
A leaking shower can be cosmetic (failed silicone) or structural (failed waterproofing behind tiles). The first you can fix in an afternoon — the second is the one that ruins ceilings if ignored.
Try this first
Safe steps you can take in the next 10 minutes — in order.
- 1Identify whether the leak appears only when the shower runs, or also when off — different causes.
- 2Strip back perished silicone with a sharp knife and re-seal with a sanitary-grade silicone.
- 3Re-grout any visibly cracked lines.
- 4Check the waste connection from below if accessible (usually via a downstairs ceiling access).
When to stop and call
If you've re-sealed and the leak persists, or if you can see staining on a downstairs ceiling — call now. Hidden leaks become rotted joists in months, not years.
Likely causes
Most cases of a leaking shower in Churchdown homes come down to one of these.
- Failed silicone seal between tray/bath and tiles
- Cracked grout letting water behind tiles
- Failed shower valve seals (drips when off)
- Failed waste seal under the tray
- Original tanking has perished (more common on showers over 12 years old)
What it costs to fix in Churchdown
Quick fix
£120
Typical
£380
Worst case
£1,400
Silicone re-seal under £200; valve replacement around £250–£400; full re-tank-and-tile if waterproofing has failed: £1,200+.
The service that fixes this
Professional shower installation — electric, mixer, thermostatic, and digital systems fitted with proper waterproofing.
See shower installation in Churchdown →Quick questions
Can I fix a leaking shower in my Churchdown home myself?
Sometimes yes — the steps above cover the common DIY fixes. If you've re-sealed and the leak persists, or if you can see staining on a downstairs ceiling — call now. Hidden leaks become rotted joists in months, not years.
What does fixing a leaking shower typically cost in Churchdown?
Around £380 for the typical repair (range £120–£1,400). Silicone re-seal under £200; valve replacement around £250–£400; full re-tank-and-tile if waterproofing has failed: £1,200+.
How quickly can someone come out in Churchdown?
For genuine emergencies in Churchdown 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 leaking shower 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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On-the-ground facts
Shower Installation jobs in Churchdown are scheduled around the realities below — postcode coverage, nearest roads, councils involved, and the named places we travel to from there.
Tewkesbury Borough Council — covering GL3 postcode district.
We reach Churchdown via A40, B4063, M5 J11 — and serve sites within roughly 8 miles of here.
- Gloucester~4 mi
- Cheltenham~5 mi
- Brockworth~2 mi
Staverton Business Park · Gloucester Business Park
Churchdown sits midway between Gloucester and Cheltenham — easy parking on residential roads, suitable for full-day fits.