Shower Repair & Bathroom Plumber in London
A shower that drips after you turn it off, runs scalding then freezing, or barely trickles is more than annoying. A leaking tray or bath waste can quietly ruin the ceiling below. For a shower repair in London, call 020 3831 5477. We find the cause before taking anything apart, protect your tiles wherever possible and give you a written price first.
Shower Leak Repair and Other Bathroom Faults We Fix
Bathroom leaks hide well. The water might come from the valve, a worn seal, a cracked tray or a loose waste joint under the bath. We find out which before anything comes off the wall.
Dripping or Faulty Shower Valves
A shower that keeps dripping, runs too hot or too cold, or will not mix properly. Usually a worn cartridge or seal that we can replace through the front plate.
Cartridge & Seal ReplacementLeaking Bath and Shower Wastes
Stains on the ceiling below after someone has had a bath or shower. We check the waste, overflow and trap joints and reseal or replace them.
Waste & Overflow RepairLeaking Trays and Screens
Water escaping round the tray or the glass. We test the sealant, tray, waste and pipework separately, so you only pay to fix what is actually leaking.
Leak TestingWeak Showers
A feeble spray, spluttering airlocks or a shower that goes cold when a tap runs elsewhere. We check the supply, valves and any shower pump to find out why.
Pressure ChecksBlocked Showers and Macerators
Trays that hold water, bad smells, or a macerator toilet that has stopped working. We clear the waste, check the pump and fix the plumbing fault.
Waste ClearanceBathroom Taps, Toilets and Basins
Dripping basin taps, running toilets and leaking traps in the same bathroom, sorted on the same visit wherever we can.
Same Visit Where PossibleShower Repair in London Without Ripping Out Your Tiles
Most shower valves can be repaired from the front, so your tiles stay exactly where they are. We turn the water off, take off the handle and plate, replace the worn cartridge or seals and test the shower before putting it back. If a valve truly cannot be reached that way, we explain why before any tile is touched.
Bathroom Plumber in London for Repairs and Replacements
A weak shower in an Edwardian conversion, a leaking bath waste in a new flat, or a toilet that will not stop running. Our bathroom plumber sorts it and leaves the room clean.
Weak Showers Fixed Properly
We find out why the shower is weak, from a half-closed valve to a failing pump, and fix the cause rather than covering it up.
Bath and Basin Wastes Replaced
Leaking wastes, overflows and traps renewed, so water goes where it should and the ceiling below stays dry.
12-Month Workmanship Guarantee
Every repair we carry out is covered for 12 months, with a written note of what was done.
From Leaking Shower to Tested Repair
You know what is wrong, what it costs and what is covered before we start.
Tell Us What Is Happening
Say whether the shower drips, leaks or runs weak, and send a photo of the valve if you can.
Photos help us bring the right partWe Test and Quote
We test the valve, waste and tray to find the cause, then give you a written price. Nothing starts until you approve it.
Price agreed before workWe Repair and Tidy Up
We fix the fault, check temperature, flow and leaks, and leave the bathroom clean, with floor protection throughout.
12-month workmanship guaranteeHow Much Does a Shower Repair Cost?
London plumbers typically charge £75 to £95 an hour (MyJobQuote, 2026), and most shower valve or waste repairs are done in one visit. We test first, then give you a fixed written price before we start.
For a dripping shower valve, a worn tap cartridge or a loose waste.
- Valve cartridge or seal replaced
- Tap washer or cartridge replaced
- Waste joint resealed
- Leak and temperature test
For water coming through a ceiling or showing round a bath or shower.
- Valve, waste and tray tested
- Cause confirmed and explained
- Repair carried out
- 12-month workmanship guarantee
For a new shower valve, bath waste, toilet cistern or basin.
- Old part removed
- New part fitted and connected
- Isolation valves added where practical
- Written record of the work
Written Price Before Work
The price we quote covers the job described, with no congestion, parking or travel charges added later.
Shower & Bathroom Plumbing FAQs
Answers on shower leaks, low pressure, costs and what we can repair.
Why is my shower pressure low?
Common causes are a half-closed isolation valve, a blocked shower head or hose, limescale inside the valve, or a pump that is failing. In flats, low mains pressure can also be to blame. We check each one in order and fix the real problem, rather than fitting a pump you may not need.
How much does it cost to repair a leaking shower tray?
It depends what is leaking. Resealing round the tray is the cheapest fix, a leaking waste comes next, and a cracked tray needs replacing. London plumbers typically charge £75 to £95 an hour (MyJobQuote, 2026). We test first and give you a written price before starting.
Is every shower leak a plumbing fault?
No. Many leaks come from worn silicone or grout round the tray or screen rather than from the pipes. We test the valve, waste and enclosure separately so you know exactly where the water is escaping, and we tell you honestly when it is a sealing job rather than plumbing.
Can you repair a concealed shower valve without removing tiles?
Usually, yes. Most concealed valves have a cartridge that comes out through the front plate once the handle is removed. We replace the cartridge or seals and test the shower. If a valve cannot be reached that way, we explain why and agree the next step before touching a tile.
Can you find a leak under my bath without lifting the floor?
In most cases. We take off the bath panel and check the waste, overflow and trap joints, which are the usual culprits. If the leak is further along, we follow the pipe route and only open up a small area where the evidence points, after telling you first.
Do you repair electric showers?
We handle the plumbing side: the water supply, valves, hose, head and waste. Faults inside an electric shower unit or its wiring need a qualified electrician, so we will tell you if that is the problem rather than working on the electrics ourselves.
How quickly can you come out?
A leak coming through a ceiling is treated as urgent, and we aim to come as soon as we can, including out of hours. For a weak or dripping shower we book a visit at a time that suits you, and confirm the time when you call.
Leak or Just a Drip?
Not sure if you need to turn the water off now or just book a repair? Call us and we will tell you straight.
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Tell us whether the shower drips, leaks, runs weak or has stopped, and whether water is showing in the room below.
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Shower Repair Across London and the Home Counties
From mansion-block bathrooms in Kensington to family houses in Surrey, we repair showers and bathroom leaks across London and towns within about 50 miles.