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Leak Detection in Erith

Non-destructive water leak detection across Erith, tracing hidden leaks with thermal imaging, acoustic sensors and tracer gas, then drying and treating the damage before it becomes mould.

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★★★★★ 4.9 from 18 Google reviews · trusted by Erith homeowners, landlords & property managers
Quick answer: If you have a suspected water leak at a property in Erith, our specialists trace the source without tearing the place apart, using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. A leak is not over when the water stops. Mould can start within 48 hours, so we find the source, dry the structure and treat any mould, all with one company. Leak detection is £800 to £1500 depending on scale. Call 020 3051 8478.
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Leak to dry to treated, one company in Erith

Erith's housing stretches from Victorian and Edwardian terraces around the town centre to inter-war semis in Northumberland Heath and Slade Green, ex-council maisonettes, and newer riverside flat developments along the Thames. This mix means ageing lead and copper plumbing sits alongside stacked flats with shared bathrooms, so hidden leaks from perished seals, failed flat roofs and old pipework are a regular local problem.

Leak Detection

Trace hidden water leaks without unnecessary damage using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. Leak detection →

Structural Drying

Dry walls, floors and voids after a leak or flood with monitored dehumidifiers, to completion. Structural drying →

Mould Treatment

Treat and prevent the mould that follows water damage, dealing with the moisture source first. Mould treatment →

Damp Investigation

Tell rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart, so the right repair is done once. Damp investigation →

Areas of Erith we cover

We attend leaks right across Erith and its neighbourhoods, including:

Common leaks in Erith homes

Flat-roofed rear extensions letting water in unseen

Many Erith terraces, particularly around the older streets near the town centre, have single-storey rear extensions with flat felt or GRP roofs. Once the covering perishes or flashing lifts, water tracks along joists rather than dripping straight through, so damp patches and sagging ceilings often appear well after the roof itself has started failing.

Riverside flats with bathrooms leaking to the flat below

The newer apartment blocks around Erith Riverside and the town centre regeneration sites stack bathrooms directly above neighbouring flats. A cracked shower tray, failed silicone seal or grouting gap can send water into the floor void and through to the ceiling below, causing disputes between residents before the source is even traced.

Hidden pipe leaks in older semis and maisonettes

Post-war ex-council semis and maisonettes in Slade Green and Northumberland Heath often still run original supply pipework beneath solid concrete floors or buried in plastered walls. When these joints or seals fail, water can spread widely under the slab before any staining or a rise in the water bill gives the leak away.

What our customers say

★★★★★

I have been dealing with damp and mould for years but these guys were able to come in and resolve the problem quickly and professionally. Their prices were fair and reasonable and they got the job done clean. 10/10 would use again and would recommend.

Thersa Waron Eurmind, via Google

★★★★★

Very helpful and professional, easy to communicate with about my mould issues and I received fast responses from the company on the best solutions for me. would recommend to all friends and family. 5/5

Jensen B, via Google

★★★★★

I recently used a damp and mould specialist company and was extremely impressed with the service from start to finish. From the initial survey, they were knowledgeable, thorough, and took the time to clearly explain the cause of the issue rather than just treating the symptoms.

Tarik Barak, via Google

Tip: If your water meter ticks over with every tap off, or a wall or ceiling stays damp with no obvious cause, there is a hidden leak. Finding it early is far cheaper than repairing the mould and damage it leaves behind.

Suspect a leak in Erith?

Call 020 3051 8478 or report a leak online. We trace, dry and treat for homeowners, landlords and managing agents across Erith.

Frequently asked questions

How much does leak detection in Erith cost?
Leak detection is £800 to £1500 depending on the scale and access. You get a written, insurance-ready report identifying the source.
Will you damage my home finding the leak?
No. We use non-destructive thermal imaging, acoustic sensors and tracer gas to pinpoint the leak before any access is opened up, so repairs are targeted.
Do you fix the damage after finding the leak?
Yes. A leak is not over when the water stops. We dry the structure with monitored dehumidifiers and treat any mould, so it is handled end to end.
Do you provide reports for insurance claims?
Yes. Every leak investigation comes with a clear written report including the cause, photographic evidence and recommendations, formatted for insurers and managing agents.