Case Study: Solving a Shower Leak for Emmanuel in Charlestown

Emmanuel from Charlestown (2290) recently contacted Reactive Plumbing & Electrical after noticing a leak coming from his shower when it was in use. He found us through our Newcastle Magnet ad and decided to give us a call.

Assigned Technician: Theran

We assigned our experienced technician, Theran, to the job as he has extensive knowledge and experience in dealing with plumbing issues like this one.

The Job Description & Solution

Upon arrival at Emmanuel’s home, Theran conducted a thorough investigation of the leak. The client had already cut an access hole underneath the shower waste outlet, which made it easier for Theran to conduct his tests.

To start off, he conducted a pressure test on the tapware combination and found that there were no leaks present. This indicated that the tapware and pipework leading up to the showerhead were not causing the issue.

Next, Theran removed the tap cover and discovered that there was no sealant around the tap penetrations. He quickly sealed these areas to prevent any further leakage.

In order to fully test if there were any other potential sources of leakage, Theran turned on the showerhead for 10 minutes while directing it only over the waste connection. No leaks were detected during this test.

To ensure that all possible scenarios were covered, he also ran water over walls of shower enclosure for another 10 minutes but still did not find any evidence of leakage.

No Leak Detected During Investigations

As Emmanuel had mentioned that he hadn’t used his shower in months before noticing this leak, Theran advised him to start using it regularly and to contact Reactive Plumbing & Electrical immediately if the leak becomes evident again.

Home Safety Inspection

In addition to solving the shower leak issue, Theran also conducted a home safety inspection for Emmanuel. This is a complimentary service we offer to all our clients as part of our commitment to ensuring their homes are safe and secure.

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