Leaking Pipes
Dripping joints, burst pipes, weeping fittings
12 free DIY guides · 28 total
A leaking pipe needs dealing with quickly — even a slow weep from a compression joint can cause timber damage, mould growth, and eventually a much bigger repair bill. Most small leaks in UK homes occur at joints, valves, or where pipes connect to appliances, and many are DIY-fixable with the right part and a little confidence. These guides cover leaking compression fittings, dripping radiator valves, wet patches under floorboards, leaking overflow pipes, and what to do when a pipe has actually burst — including finding the stopcock and limiting water damage while you wait for a plumber.
Boiler leaking from the pressure relief valve
Water dripping from the safety discharge pipe outside or from a brass valve on the boiler
Water leak coming through the ceiling — what to do
Tracing and stopping an overhead water leak before it causes serious damage
Push-fit fitting leaking — how to fix without soldering
John Guest, Speedfit, or Hep2O push-fit fitting dripping or spraying
Where is the water coming from?
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