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Leak Detection, Trace & Repair in Birmingham & Solihull
Any leak in your home, found with specialist equipment and fixed with as little damage as possible.
Suspect a hidden leak? We’ll find it and fix it.
From a dripping joint under the sink to a pipe leaking under the floor, our engineers trace the source and repair it with as little damage to your home as possible, across Birmingham and Solihull.
Signs of a Hidden Leak in Your Home
Not every leak drips where you can see it. Water escaping under a floor or behind a wall can go unnoticed for months while it soaks into your home. Look out for:
- A water bill that’s higher than usual for no clear reason
- Damp patches, stains or bubbling paint on walls, floors or ceilings
- The sound of running water when every tap is off
- A musty smell, mould or lifting floorboards
- Lower water pressure than you’re used to
The longer a leak runs, the more it costs to put right, so it pays to get it checked early.
Every Kind of Leak, Found and Fixed
We trace and repair leaks on all the plumbing and heating pipework in homes and businesses, including:
- Hot and cold water pipes, including the supply pipe from your outside stopcock
- Waste pipes under sinks, baths and showers
- Dripping taps, running toilets and leaking showers
- Pipes hidden under floors and behind walls
- Radiators, valves and heating pipes
- Hot water cylinders and boilers
If your boiler keeps losing pressure, our central heating leak detection service focuses on exactly that.
How We Find Leaks Without Pulling Your Home Apart
Finding a hidden leak takes the right equipment and a methodical approach, not guesswork. Our engineers use:
- Thermal imaging cameras to show the warm trail of a leaking hot water or heating pipe
- Acoustic listening equipment to hear water escaping under floors and underground
- Electronic leak detection to pinpoint the exact spot
We start with the most likely areas and only open up a floor or wall once we know where the leak is. We’ll always talk it through with you first.
Fixed Properly by a Team You Can Trust
Once we’ve found the leak, we explain what’s causing it and what the repair involves before any work starts. Straightforward repairs are usually done on the same visit, and we test the pipework afterwards to make sure it’s watertight.
MS HEATING AND PLUMBING has been finding and fixing leaks across Birmingham and Solihull for over 29 years. We’re a Which? Trusted Trader and approved by Age UK Birmingham, so you can feel confident about who’s working in your home.
Why Choose MS HEATING AND PLUMBING for Your Leak Trace & Repair
MS HEATING AND PLUMBING has been tracing and repairing leaks for homeowners and businesses across Birmingham and Solihull for nearly 30 years. We find the source first, fix it properly and leave as little mark on your home as we can.
Founded on Quality
MS HEATING AND PLUMBING was built on nearly 30 years of experience and a commitment to doing things properly. Every leak trace and repair is carried out with care and precision, giving you a result you can rely on.
Clear, Transparent Pricing
We provide honest, upfront quotes with no hidden extras and no surprises. You’ll know exactly what’s involved before we carry out any work on your property.
Fully Managed Throughout
Our team handles the entire leak tracing and repair process from start to finish. We keep you informed at every stage and leave your property clean and tidy when the job is done.
Local Trusted Experts
We’ve been serving Birmingham and Solihull for nearly 30 years and much of our work comes from recommendations and repeat customers. We’re a local team you can trust to do the job right.
Which? Trusted Trader
We’re independently assessed and approved as a Which? Trusted Trader. When you choose MS HEATING AND PLUMBING, you can do so with confidence knowing we meet their strict standards for quality and customer care.
Gas Safe Registered
Gas Safe Registered and trusted across Birmingham and Solihull, MS HEATING AND PLUMBING provides leak repairs with over 29 years of experience, skilled engineers, and honest, reliable service you can feel confident in.
Age UK Birmingham Approved
Age UK Birmingham approved, MS HEATING AND PLUMBING provides emergency leak trace and repair with care, honesty, and professionalism, helping customers feel safe, reassured, and looked after.
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How We Work
Get in Touch
Contact us by phone, email or through our website and we’ll take time to understand your situation and the signs of the leak you’ve noticed.
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 and Fixed
Our engineers trace the leak with thermal imaging, acoustic and electronic equipment, then repair it with as little disruption to your home as possible.
Your Satisfaction
We carry out thorough checks once the repair is complete and make sure you’re fully satisfied before we leave.
Leak Trace & Repair FAQs
How can I check my water meter for a leak?
Turn off every tap and anything that uses water, such as the washing machine and dishwasher. Read your water meter, wait an hour without using any water, then read it again. If the numbers have moved, water is escaping somewhere and it’s worth giving us a call on 0121 709 0000.
What should I do first if I find a leak?
Turn off the water at your stopcock, which in most homes is under the kitchen sink. If water is near electrics, switch off the electricity at the fuse box. Then call us on 0121 709 0000 and we’ll take it from there. Not sure where your stopcock is? Our stopcock guide shows where to look.
Will you need to lift floors or open up walls?
Only once we know where the leak is. Our equipment narrows it down first, so if anything does need opening up, it’s a small area in the right place. We’ll explain why and agree it with you before we start.
How much does leak trace and repair cost?
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. That covers finding the leak and opening up concealed pipework where needed. The repair, materials, making good and any plastering, tiling or decorating are extra, and we agree them with you before we start. Call us on 0121 709 0000 to describe what you’ve noticed, or send photos on WhatsApp.
How long does it take to find and fix a leak?
Many leaks are found and repaired in a single visit. A leak under a floor, behind a wall or underground can take longer to pin down. We’ll give you a realistic idea of timing once we know what we’re dealing with.
Do you fix leaking taps, toilets and showers?
Yes. As well as hidden pipe leaks, we fix the everyday ones: dripping taps, toilets that keep running or leak at the base, leaking showers and waste pipes under sinks and baths. If something needs replacing rather than repairing, we’ll tell you honestly.
My boiler keeps losing pressure. Is that a leak?
Often, yes. Our central heating leak detection service is set up for exactly that. It concentrates on your heating system, the radiators, valves, pipes and boiler, and getting the pressure stable again.
Do you deal with gas leaks too?
Yes, but a gas leak is an emergency, so act first. If you smell gas, don’t turn any lights or electrical switches on or off, leave the property and call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999 from outside. Our gas leak detection and repair page explains how we can help after that.
Are your engineers qualified to trace and repair leaks?
Yes. Our engineers are experienced, fully qualified plumbers with nearly 30 years of local experience across Birmingham and Solihull. MS HEATING AND PLUMBING is a Which? Trusted Trader and approved by Age UK Birmingham.
Do you guarantee your leak repairs?
We stand behind our workmanship. If anything isn’t right after we’ve repaired a leak, get in touch and we’ll come back and put it right.
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