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Central Heating Leak Detection Birmingham & Solihull
Boiler losing pressure? We find the leak in your heating system and stop it coming back.
Topping up your boiler pressure again?
A heating system that keeps losing pressure has a leak somewhere. Our Gas Safe engineers find it, repair it and get your heating running reliably again, across Birmingham and Solihull.
Why Your Heating Keeps Losing Pressure
Most combi and system boilers run on a sealed system, which should hold its pressure for months. If the gauge keeps dropping, water is escaping somewhere. The usual signs are:
- Topping up the pressure every week or two
- The boiler locking out with a low pressure fault
- Damp patches or stains near radiators or under heating pipes
- Drips or marks around radiator valves and joints
- A pipe outside, near the boiler, that drips
Read our guide to boiler pressure loss for the common causes and what you can check yourself.
How We Track Down Heating Leaks
Heating leaks often hide under floorboards or inside walls, so we test before we lift anything. Our Gas Safe engineers:
- Pressure test the system to confirm it’s losing water
- Check the boiler’s pressure relief valve and expansion vessel, which can let pressure drop without a leak in the pipes
- Use thermal imaging cameras to follow the warm heating pipes and spot where water is escaping
- Listen for leaks under floors with acoustic detectors
- Inspect every radiator, valve and joint we can reach
We then explain what we’ve found in plain English.
Repaired, Refilled and Protected
Once we’ve found the leak, we repair or replace the faulty pipe, valve or radiator. We then refill the system to the right pressure and check it holds before we leave.
Every top-up adds fresh water, which can bring corrosion and sludge, so we top up the inhibitor that protects your radiators and boiler. A magnetic filter catches sludge before it reaches the boiler, and if the system is already badly sludged, a power flush may be the best next step.
Heating Leak or Plumbing Leak?
This service is for your heating system: the radiators, valves, heating pipes and the boiler’s sealed system. If the leak is on a tap, toilet, shower or the water pipes that feed them, or your water bill has gone up, our leak trace and repair service covers every kind of leak in the home.
All our heating engineers are Gas Safe registered, and MS HEATING AND PLUMBING is a Which? Trusted Trader with over 29 years of experience across Birmingham and Solihull. Not sure which you need? Call 0121 709 0000 and we’ll point you the right way.
Why Choose Us for Your Central Heating Leak Detection
Finding a heating leak takes more than a quick look at the radiators. Our Gas Safe engineers bring nearly 30 years of experience with heating systems across Birmingham and Solihull, in older properties and newer builds alike.
Founded on Quality
Founded by Zeb nearly 30 years ago, our business runs on the high standards he set from day one. Every leak detection is carried out with the same careful attention to detail, using professional equipment and proven methods.
Clear, Transparent Pricing
Our leak detection labour rates are published, so you know the charge before we arrive. Materials are extra, and the repair is explained and priced before we start, with no nasty surprises on the final bill.
Fully Managed Throughout
Our team handles the entire leak detection process from start to finish. You don’t need to coordinate anything or worry about the technical details, we take care of everything professionally.
Local Trusted Experts
As a local company serving Birmingham and Solihull for nearly 30 years, we’ve built a strong reputation in the community. Much of our work comes from recommendations, which speaks volumes about the service we provide.
Which? Trusted Trader
We’re independently assessed and approved by Which? Trusted Traders. This gives our customers added reassurance when choosing us for their central heating leak detection needs.
Gas Safe Registered
Our engineers are Gas Safe registered. We bring attention to detail to every leak detection we carry out. Our focus is on doing everything properly for accurate results and reliable advice, not just rushing through to finish quickly.
Age UK Birmingham Approved
Age UK Birmingham approved, MS HEATING AND PLUMBING provides trusted local services with care, honesty, and quality workmanship, giving customers complete confidence and peace of mind.
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How We Work
Get in Touch
Contact us by WhatsApp, phone, email or through the website and we’ll take the time to understand your leak symptoms and heating system concerns.
Fast Honest Advice
Get quick, honest advice from MS HEATING AND PLUMBING, helping you understand your options clearly and choose the right solution with confidence.
Leak Found, Pressure Restored
Our Gas Safe engineers pressure test your system, trace the leak with thermal imaging and acoustic equipment, repair it and refill the system to the right pressure.
Your Satisfaction
We explain our findings clearly, provide honest advice on next steps, and make sure you’re completely satisfied with the service before we leave.
Central Heating Leak Detection FAQs
How often should I need to top up my boiler pressure?
Hardly ever. A healthy sealed system holds its pressure for months at a time. If you’re topping up every week or two, water is escaping somewhere, and it’s worth finding out where before it causes damage.
Can a heating system leak without any water showing?
Yes. Water can escape from pipes under floors or inside walls and soak away out of sight, or leave through the pipe from the pressure relief valve outside. A falling pressure gauge is often the only sign.
Is the problem my boiler or my pipes?
It can be either. A worn pressure relief valve or a faulty expansion vessel in the boiler can make the pressure drop without a drip anywhere in the house. We check the boiler first, then the pipework, so you only pay to fix what’s actually wrong.
Can you find a heating leak under the floor?
Yes. Heating pipes often run under floorboards, so we follow them with thermal imaging and listen for escaping water with acoustic detectors. That way, if a floorboard does need lifting, it’s the right one, and we’ll agree it with you first. We use dust sheets throughout.
Will I know the price before any work starts?
Yes. Finding the leak is charged at our specialist leak trace rate for labour: £230 for the first hour, then £115 for each extra 30 minutes. Materials and parts are charged separately. Once we’ve found the leak, we explain the repair and agree its price with you before we start. There are no hidden costs.
How long will my heating be off?
Most visits take one to three hours, depending on the size of your system and how well hidden the leak is. We’ll tell you before we start if the heating needs to be off for longer.
My boiler keeps locking out. Could it be a leak?
It could be. Most boilers lock out when the pressure falls too low, and a leak is a common reason it keeps falling. If the pressure is fine and the boiler still locks out, it’s more likely a fault inside the boiler, and our boiler repair team can help.
Do you find leaks on taps, toilets and water pipes too?
Yes, through our leak trace and repair service, which covers every leak in the home, from taps and toilets to hidden water pipes. This page is for leaks in your heating system.
Are your heating engineers Gas Safe registered?
Yes. All our heating engineers are Gas Safe registered, and MS HEATING AND PLUMBING is a Which? Trusted Trader, independently checked for the quality of our work and customer care.
What can I do while I wait for an engineer?
If you can see the leak, put a bowl or towel underneath and keep an eye on the pressure gauge. You can top the pressure up using the filling loop, following your boiler manual, to keep the heating running. If water is near electrics, switch off the electricity at the fuse box and call us on 0121 709 0000.
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