Leak Detection & Repairin RaundsFound, Fixed, Tested
Damp patches, dripping joints and leaks you can hear but can't see. We trace the source, repairs it properly and tests it, so the problem stays fixed.
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5.0
Google rating
Domestic & commercial
Plumbing work
£2,000,000
Public liability insurance
Workmanship
Stood behind where applicable
Overview
Leak detection & repairs: What You Need to Know
What leak detection and repair involves
Leak detection means finding exactly where water is escaping, which is often not where the damage shows. Leak repair means fixing that point properly: replacing a failed fitting, a section of pipe, a valve or a seal, then testing the result.
Who it is for
Homeowners who have noticed a stain or damp smell, landlords with a tenant reporting a drip, and businesses with water where it shouldn't be. We cover domestic and commercial properties across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Signs you may have a leak
Stains on ceilings or walls, bubbling paint or plaster, a musty smell, flooring that lifts or feels soft, the sound of running water when everything is off, a water meter that keeps moving, or a pressure drop you can't explain.
Why professional help matters
Guessing at a leak often means lifting the wrong floorboards or replacing the wrong part. A methodical approach finds the true source with as little disruption as possible and fixes the cause, not just the symptom.
Why it can't wait
What Happens If It's Ignored
- Slow leaks are easy to ignore, but water keeps travelling through floors and walls. Joists, plaster and flooring can rot or weaken over time.
- Hidden moisture encourages mould and damp, which can affect health and is costly to treat.
- On a metered supply, a constant leak means paying for water you never use.
- Leaks above or near electrics create a safety risk.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Painting over a water stain. The stain comes back because the leak is still there.
- Assuming the leak is directly above the stain. Water runs along pipes and joists before it drips.
- Overtightening a weeping fitting. This can crack the olive or the fitting and make it worse.
- Using sealant or tape as a permanent fix on pressurised pipework.
Our process
How We Handle It
Describe or send photos
Tell us what you've noticed or send photos and video on WhatsApp so we arrive prepared.
Inspect
Visible pipework, fittings, valves, appliances and seals in the area are checked first.
Trace the source
Supplies are isolated in stages and pipe runs followed to narrow down where the water is escaping.
Repair
The failed fitting, pipe section or seal is repaired or replaced with the correct parts.
Test and confirm
The repair is tested and checked for any weeping before the job is signed off.
Benefits
What You Get
Root cause fixed
The aim is to stop the water at its source, not mop up the symptom.
Less disruption
Methodical tracing means opening up only what needs opening.
Protects the building
Stopping a leak early limits damage to floors, ceilings and walls.
Lower water bills
On a meter, fixing a constant leak stops you paying for wasted water.
Clear explanation
You are shown what failed and why, so you know the issue is dealt with.
Insured work
£2,000,000 public liability insurance on every job.
In detail
Leak detection & repairs, Explained
Leaks show up in many places around a property. These are the most common sources and how they are dealt with.
Compression and soldered joints
Joints are one of the most common leak points. Compression fittings can weep as olives wear or nuts loosen, and older soldered joints can fail. Repairs range from re-making a joint to replacing the fitting entirely.
Pipework under floors and in walls
Pipes in floor voids and walls can be damaged by nails, screws, corrosion or movement. Access is made as neatly as possible, the section is repaired or replaced, and the result is tested before the area is closed up.
Taps, valves and isolators
Worn washers, cartridges and valve seals cause drips at taps and under sinks. Often a valve or tap replacement is the long-term fix.
Toilets and cisterns
A cistern that runs constantly into the pan, a leaking flush valve, or a failed seal between cistern and pan are frequent causes of both wasted water and damp floors.
Radiators and towel rails
Radiator valves, tails and bleed points can weep over time. Valve repacking, new valves or new tails usually solve it.
Appliances
Washing machine and dishwasher connections, hoses and waste pipes are another common source of leaks under kitchen units.
Residential vs commercial
In homes, leaks are often found in bathrooms and kitchens. In commercial premises, toilet blocks, kitchens and longer pipe runs bring their own challenges, and minimising downtime matters. Both are covered.
Practical guide
Useful Advice Before We Arrive
Checking for a leak yourself
If you're on a water meter, turn off every tap and appliance and take a reading. Wait half an hour without using any water and read it again. If the numbers have moved, water is escaping somewhere. Look under sinks, behind toilets, around the base of baths and showers, and at any visible pipework. Note anything damp, stained or warm to the touch and pass it on to us. It all helps narrow the search.
Why stains appear away from the leak
Water follows the easiest route. It can run along a pipe, across the top of a ceiling board or down a joist before it shows. That's why a stain in the middle of a kitchen ceiling might come from a bathroom seal several feet away. Tracing the route back, rather than cutting into the stain, keeps disruption down and finds the real fault.
Pricing & payment
Know What You're Paying Before Work Starts
Quotes are provided before work begins wherever possible, so you can decide with the full picture. Fixed prices are preferred, because they give you certainty. Some jobs are charged on time and materials where the work is more complex or the full extent of the problem can't be seen until it's opened up.
Emergency and diagnostic work may be priced after inspection, because the cause isn't always visible until we are on site. Either way, you'll be told what is needed and why before further work goes ahead.
For larger jobs, a deposit may be required depending on the job and the cost of materials. Payment is by bank transfer or cash. Card payments are not taken.
Why choose us
Local, Reliable and Fully Insured
Connor Mason started Mase Plumbing 24/7 after years working in domestic plumbing, maintenance and emergency repairs for other companies. He built the business around honest pricing, reliable workmanship and someone who actually picks up the phone.
Every job is covered by £2,000,000 public liability insurance. Before we attend, you can send photos or videos of the problem on WhatsApp, so we arrive knowing what we're dealing with and you get a clearer idea of what's needed.
Enquiries are answered the same day where possible. If we're on a job when you call, send a WhatsApp and we'll get back to you as quickly as we can.
Reviews
Rated 5.0 on Google
"Connor came out to a burst pipe; I called him at 9pm and he was with me within the hour. Great service."
"Had a leak, rang Mase Plumbing and he was out within the hour. Was soon fixed. Very polite and knowledgeable! If I could rate 6 stars I would!"
"Connor is a very clever plumber, extremely capable with complicated plumbing and thinks around things with workable solutions."
FAQ
Questions About Leak detection & repairs
Covering Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, including Raunds, Rushden, Higham Ferrers, Wellingborough, Thrapston, Kettering, Northampton.
- How much does leak detection cost?
- Prices are not listed, as every leak is different. Diagnostic work may need pricing after inspection, and a quote is given before repair work wherever possible.
- How long does it take to find a leak?
- Some leaks are found in minutes, others take longer if pipework is hidden. Sending photos or video on WhatsApp beforehand helps us arrive prepared.
- Will you need to lift floors or open walls?
- Only where needed to reach the leak. The tracing process is designed to keep disruption to a minimum.
- Is a dripping leak an emergency?
- If water is coming through a ceiling, near electrics, or you can't turn it off, yes. Otherwise it still needs fixing soon, before damage spreads.
- Do you cover leaks in Milton Keynes and Bedford?
- Yes, along with Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
- Is the repair guaranteed?
- Where applicable, Mase Plumbing 24/7 stands behind its workmanship. If an issue arises from work carried out, we'll return to put it right.
- Can you help landlords with tenant-reported leaks?
- Yes. Landlord and property maintenance plumbing is part of the service.
- How do I pay?
- By bank transfer or cash. Larger jobs may need a deposit depending on materials.
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Areas covered
We are based in Raunds, Northamptonshire, and provides leak detection & repairs for homes and businesses across the county and beyond. The main areas covered are Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes and Bedford, along with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Closer to home, that includes Raunds, Rushden, Higham Ferrers, Wellingborough, Thrapston, Kettering and Northampton.
Wherever you are in the area, the service is the same: you speak to the team, you get a quote before work wherever possible, and the job is done properly from start to finish. If you're not sure whether your location is covered, call or send a WhatsApp and ask.
Northamptonshire · Milton Keynes · Bedford · Cambridgeshire · Peterborough · Raunds · Rushden · Higham Ferrers · Wellingborough · Thrapston · Kettering · Northampton. See all areas
Found a Leak?Get It Traced and Fixed.
Local, reliable plumbing. Quotes before work wherever possible. £2,000,000 public liability insurance. Rated 5.0 on Google.