Plain-English answers on finding and fixing wet-area leaks — the signs to watch for, what things cost, and how detection actually works.
A leaking shower is easy to miss until the damage shows up somewhere else. Here are the signs to watch for and the simple checks you can do before calling anyone.
Read article Ceiling leaksA brown ring on the ceiling under an upstairs bathroom is one of the most common leaks we trace. Here’s what’s actually happening — and why the fix isn’t a tin of paint.
Read article Balcony leaksTiled balconies and terraces take a beating from Sydney sun and rain, and the waterproofing under the tiles is what gives out first. Here’s how to catch it before it reaches the rooms below.
Read article PricingMost sites dodge the pricing question. Here’s a straight answer on what wet-area leak detection costs in Sydney, and what makes one job cost more than another.
Read article InsuranceIt’s one of the first questions people ask when they find a leak. The honest answer is ‘it depends on your policy’ — but here’s how insurers generally approach it.
Read article How it worksPlanning around an inspection? Here’s roughly how long a wet-area leak detection visit takes, and what decides whether it’s quick or not.
Read article DiagnosisDamp walls, white marks and stains can look alike but mean very different things. Here’s how to tell efflorescence, rising damp and an active leak apart — and why it matters.
Read article How it worksA $30 moisture meter is a handy first step, but it has real limits. Here’s what it can tell you, what it can’t, and when it’s worth getting a professional.
Read articleSkip the guesswork — book a wet-area inspection and get a clear answer.