Why Your Bathroom Leak Might Be a Symptom of a Bigger Problem

🚿 Don’t ignore that drip — it could cost you thousands

A small leak in your bathroom may feel like a minor nuisance. But behind the tiles and under the floor, it could be pointing to a much bigger plumbing issue.

1️⃣ Slow Leaks Often Hide Structural Issues

Moisture behind walls or under floors can cause rot, mould, and structural damage — problems that cost far more than fixing the pipe.

👉 What looks like a drip could mean a full system upgrade is needed.

2️⃣ Recurring Leaks = Old, Failing Pipework

If you’ve repaired the same area more than once, it’s likely not just the joint — it’s the whole system reaching the end of its life.

• Outdated fittings and poorly installed joins.

• Outdated push-fit fittings

• Poor historic installation

• Pinhole leaks in older copper pipework due to water chemistry or long-term wear.

3️⃣ Leaks Affect More Than Just Bathrooms

A leak upstairs can damage ceilings, electrics, and furnishings downstairs. The longer it’s ignored, the higher the repair bill climbs.

✅ Key Takeaways

1. Small bathroom leaks often mean bigger system failures

2. Ignoring them risks major damage and higher costs

3. Sable Projects investigates properly and fixes issues at the root

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