Case Study
Shower Tray Leak Investigation in Kingston
Water Through Ceiling Below Shower Area
Moisture Meter, Thermal Imaging and Tracer Gas were used to investigate the symptoms and confirm the cause: shower tray leak evidence confirmed.
Google Reviews ★★★★★ 5.0 Rating 70+ Reviews Read Reviews- ✓ Leak Located
- ✓ Non-Destructive Investigation
- ✓ Minimal Disruption
- ✓ Repair Completed
The Challenge
Water Through Ceiling Below Shower Area
The investigation was required after water was reported through a ceiling below a shower area in Kingston. The shower tray, surrounding wall finishes and affected bathroom floor area needed evidence-led checks before the source could be confirmed.
- ✓ Water was reported through the ceiling below
- ✓ The shower tray and surrounding bathroom area required investigation
- ✓ Visible moisture damage was present around the shower enclosure
- ✓ Specialist testing was needed before targeted access work
Investigation
Investigation Evidence
Selected photos and videos from the investigation sequence showing the evidence-led approach used on site.
Investigation
Bathroom Leak Investigation Around Shower Tray
The investigation used moisture meter readings, thermal imaging and tracer gas testing to assess the shower area and nearby concealed routes. The bathroom was checked carefully so the likely water path could be confirmed without unnecessary wider strip-out.
Moisture Meter
Moisture readings helped assess water movement and affected areas around the suspected leak.
MethodThermal Imaging
Infrared camera checks helped identify temperature differences linked to the leak investigation.
MethodTracer Gas
Tracer gas testing helped confirm or narrow concealed leak locations.
Findings
Shower Tray Leak Evidence Confirmed
Moisture readings and visual evidence around the shower wall and floor area supported the reported water ingress. The evidence pointed to the shower tray area rather than a general plumbing issue elsewhere in the property.
- Moisture meter readings were recorded around the affected shower wall
- Thermal imaging was used to inspect concealed areas
- The shower enclosure and floor area were documented
- Targeted access exposed the affected bathroom area for confirmation
Outcome
Leak Source Identified For Targeted Repair
- ✓ Leak Located
- ✓ Non-Destructive Investigation
- ✓ Minimal Disruption
- ✓ Repair Completed
The investigation identified the shower tray area as the source of the water ingress, allowing targeted remedial work to be planned around the affected bathroom area.
Local Coverage
Leak Detection In Kingston
This investigation was completed in Kingston, London.
We regularly carry out leak detection investigations across Kingston and surrounding areas.
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