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Case Study BH12 4PJ & Poole Job Completed

Urgent Bathroom Pipe Leak Repair & Cast-Iron to Copper Conversion

Rapid emergency call-out, active leak containment, sub-bath access, extraction of failed cast-iron cold-water pipework, copper line conversion, and downstairs ceiling protection at Balbon Road.

Location 79 Balbon Road, BH12 4PJ

Response Time 1 Hour ETA (Urgent)

Call-Out Rate £79 Call-Out

Final Outcome Leak Stopped & Tested

The Initial Emergency

An urgent escape of water was reported originating from an upstairs bathroom, actively penetrating the ceiling and impacting the kitchen below. Due to the high risk of widespread structural and plasterboard damage, an emergency call-out was dispatched immediately to isolate the source, prevent further ceiling damage, and complete same-day repairs.

Works Executed On-Site

Active Leak Tracing & Sub-Bath Inspection

Carried out immediate investigative checks directly above the downstairs water damage. Traced the source of ingress to a concealed cold-water supply pipe located directly beneath the bathtub.

Mains Isolation & Pipework Drain-Down

Immediately isolated the main water supply to eliminate live pressure and fully drained the existing pipework, stopping active water transfer through the floor into the kitchen ceiling.

Cast-Iron Cut-Out & Copper Pipe Conversion

Identified that the aging cast-iron pipework had ruptured and failed. Cut away the damaged section and converted the line to premium copper pipework, fitted with secure, corrosion-resistant connections.

Mains Reinstatement, Pressure Testing & Sign-Off

Reinstated the mains water supply and carried out rigorous pressure testing across the new joints under full operational load. Verified complete stoppage of all leaks and obtained final customer sign-off.