Moisture detector (moisture testing meter) against a wall with rising damp, reading high moisture content.
Moisture detector (moisture testing meter) against a wall with rising damp, reading high moisture content.

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The professional service was fantastic and on time. I am really happy with Mohammed's service. I will be more than happy to hire him again in the future. Thanks a lot.

Fix/replace smoke alarm + sink leak

£55

Super detailed worker arrived on time. Went the extra mile to get the parts and explain everything that needs to be done. Very honest and a good worker and takes time out to explain the process. Highly recommended. Would definitely use him again.

Repair leaking toilet

£100

Great Airtasker. Punctual, fixed the issue with no delays. Would recommend for sure.

Fox a leaking toilet cistern

£100

Very helpful thanks

Fix leaking garden faucet

£60

Stuart went above and beyond to get the job done well, even coming back on a different day with a particular tool needed to complete the work.

Toilet cistern keeps refilling, leaking kitchen tap

£50

Jo was extremely polite and courteous and took extra care to make sure that the leak was resolved. He made sure that we were happy and left with the job completed. I would highly recommend him anytime.

Fix a leak

£100

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Why hire a leak detector through Airtasker?

Did you know that over half of homes across the country quietly rack up hundreds of millions annually in wasted water bills? All because of leaks left undetected! Sneaky water leaks don't just do damage to your wallets. They also cause significant structural issues on walls, floors, and even the very foundations of your household. By choosing to ignore them, you're opening yourself up to an expensive accident waiting to happen.

Save yourself from shelling out a fortune just to fix a problem you could have easily avoided. With Airtasker, you can connect with trustworthy moisture leak detectors that make working on repairs look as simple as turning on the tap. Post your task, provide the key details of your leak woes, and start receiving offers from top-rated Taskers ready to help. Airtasker also makes it easier to vet your top prospects through transparent ratings and past client reviews!

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Top Leak Detection related questions

Costs vary when booking moisture leak detectors. This may depend on how severe the leak is. Generally, you can expect prices to fall between £550 and £1,200. Using tracer gas to detect leaks can bring your total costs even higher.

There are basic checks you can do for DIY leak detection, such as monitoring your water meter. However, working with an expert with years of proven experience helps ensure a more accurate detection.

You can trust that Taskers will always prioritise non-invasive methods, although there may be some cases when digging will be required to access the leak. Inform your Tasker if you’d like to keep disruptions at a minimum so they can come up with possible compromises.

Absolutely! Catching leaks early on prevents you from having to spend a lot on repairing structural damage. It also allows you to keep your property intact for more years to come.

This is on a case-by-case basis. If your Tasker will perform tests like tracer gas leak detection, you may have to turn off the water temporarily. Discuss this with your Tasker to get expert advice on how to prepare ahead of time.

Small leaks may seem harmless, but they can quickly escalate and cause extensive damage and even mould. If you ignore them, you may end up with more repair work than what’s initially necessary. (If this does happen to you, feel free to book a mould removal expert on Airtasker!)

It’s best to work with professionals when drying your property. You can ask your moisture leak detector if they offer this as an additional service or if they can recommend specialists who use industrial dehumidifiers and issue certificates of dryness.

What do leak detection services include?

To keep your home safe from water damage, it's crucial to work with expert moisture leak detectors for a thorough job. Some leak sources can be difficult to locate, especially when using minimally invasive procedures that enable you to preserve your home's integrity. 

By booking a leak detection service on Airtasker, you can enjoy the following:

Site assessment

Every leak detection process begins by thoroughly assessing your property. Taskers will identify areas most likely to have a leak (a step also called prelocation) by checking for visible signs like damp walls, blistered plaster, or pooling water outside. You can also expect them to perform advanced inspections, such as monitoring the water meter for unseen leaks, provide you with further insights and help them plan the next steps.

Advanced leak detection

The goal of moisture leak detectors is to locate and repair leaks without any unnecessary damage to your property. They do this by using tools like thermal imaging, inspection cameras, ground listening devices, and acoustic sensors to quickly identify possible leak areas and confirm where the leak exactly is. If at all required, tracer gas (usually helium) can be used to track stubborn leaks.

Detailed reporting

Once the leak is detected, your hired moisture leak detector will provide a detailed report. This report includes images and recommendations on how to move forward. They will walk you through your options based on the findings — whether you'll need extensive repairs or minor fixes will suffice. 

If the source of leaks turns out to be significant damage on your roof, fascia, or downpipe, you can work directly with a specialist to make the necessary repairs or replacements to these key parts of your home. Leaks can also be caused by a faulty hot water system. If this proves to be the case, you can book a Tasker specialising in this area.

Post-repair restoration

Following the repair, your Tasker can offer additional support such as water damage remediation and industrial drying. Feel free to inquire about these services in advance to ensure you hire an expert who can accommodate these extra steps for long-term protection.

Recent Leak Detection tasks

Water leak

£80

Garretts Green, West Midlands

16th May 2026

Led pipe shut off is leaking

Water leak in bathroom

£100

Eastbourne, East Sussex

16th May 2026

Water leak in bathroom under the sink

Leaking tap and fit waste pipe from dishwasher

£150

Upper Norwood, Greater London, SE19

15th May 2026

Fix a shower hot tap that won’t fully tighten (I think the seal has gone inside?) when I tighten it fully it slips to be loose again. Attach the waste pipe from the dishwasher to the waste pipe under the sink. It just needs some sort of connector but unsure what that is. The main waste pipe from the sink is a littler narrower I think than normal. (The existing nozzle for a waste pipe in the sink trap is used by the waste / overflow from the boiler.) Photos provided.

WATER LEAK IN FLAT !

£100

Lisson Grove, Greater London

15th May 2026

Water leak in a flat, need someone to go round and turn off water and fix leak asap.

Kitchen tap leaking

£20

Chadwell Heath, Greater London

15th May 2026

Kitchen tap leaking. Need to get it fixed

Gun on jet wash has a big leak

£30

Helsby, Cheshire

14th May 2026

Spray gun spurts loads of water out of the side of the gun .so no water pressure when you turn it on

Fix a leaky kitchen tap

£50

Upton Lea, Berkshire

13th May 2026

Kitchen tap is leaking. I suspect it requires a new washer or seal.

Fix leaking tap

£60

New Cross, Greater London

13th May 2026

The handle of left tap has broken and the tap is now leaking.

Leakage on below side of toilet seat.

£50

Norbury, Greater London

24th Apr 2026

Its leakage on the below side of toilet seat Need plumber who can fix this Thanks

Amazing and efficient work

Plumber to I nvestigate leak from kitchen sink

£60

Balham, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

There is a slow leak coming from the kitchen sink which I don’t know how to fix and would like some help from a plumber.

Efficient, punctual and fixed the problem quickly.

Toilet is leaking

£150

Plaistow, Greater London, E13

6th Apr 2026

Toilet is leaking. It needs fixing Budget is for labour only and the materials will be provided depending on the problem

Friendly and did the job as required

Fix leak at base of toilet

£70

South Ockendon, Essex

11th Mar 2026

Toilet sometimes leaks after flushing

Panayot fixed a leak in my toilet today. I couldn’t be more pleased with the service. It turned out to be a bigger job than expected, as several parts needed replacing. He handled the situation professionally and worked hard to get everything sorted properly. Reliable, trustworthy, and takes pride in doing the job right. He was honest about what needed to be done and kept me informed, which I really appreciated. Highly recommend his services

Change Leaking Bathroom Tap - Thursday or Friday Please

£150

Downham, Greater London

11th Mar 2026

Simple change of a leaking tap in my tenants flat. Please buy this tap, https://www.screwfix.com/p/swirl-ola-chrome-152mm-standard-lever-mono-basin-mixer-tap-with-clicker-waste/2315p Please include the price of materials (the tap) as well in the price. Please also can you take a tape measure and let me know the dimensions of the main bedroom window, as I need to get a quote to replace it. The whole window area size please, from wall to wall, horizontal and vertical. Just need a simple measurement for a quote. Many thanks Paul

Fantastic Service, completed within hours of posting the job here.

Water leak check

£50

Leyton Marshes, Greater London

10th Mar 2026

I am looking for a professional plumber to visit my house and investigate a possible water issue. My property appears to be consuming around 64 litres of water per day, and I would like to check whether there is a hidden leak, faulty valve, toilet cistern problem, or any other plumbing issue causing unnecessary water usage. I would appreciate it if you could visit the property, inspect the plumbing system, and advise on the cause and possible repair. The property is located in Leyton (E10), East London. Please let me know: • Your call-out fee • Availability for a visit • Whether you can check the water meter and internal plumbing for leaks Would be able to provide paperwork work of your inspection Thank you.

Excellent work done

Plumber to fix toilet leak

£100

Wanstead, Greater London, E11

9th Mar 2026

The pipe to the toilet is leaking

Egzon was very efficient and quickly identified the cause of the leak from my toilet. He fixed the problem with a new flexi pipe and assured me he would call back if there were any further problems. I can recommend Egzon to other users of this app.

Fix leak in compression fitting for bath tub

£100

Alameda Place, Greater London

5th Mar 2026

Leaking compression fitting below bath tub. I tried to tighten it but mad either worse!

Great work, thank you Metin.

Leaking boiler

£80

Acton, Greater London, W3

20th Feb 2026

I have a boiler with 2 connecting pipes going into it. One of the pipes is leaking so just needs attention and tightening.

Punctual. Easy working with Stuart. Highly recommended

Fix leak from toilet

£80

Longlands, Greater London

19th Feb 2026

The toilet seat seems to be leaking in the back and it's damaging the toilet flooring.

Quick and efficient. I recommend

Bathroom sink leaking - plumber needed

£60

Holloway, Greater London

7th Feb 2026

sink leaking in bathroom - need a qualified plumber to look at it asap.

super professional, helpful and great communication! Very much recommended!

Mixer Tap Leaking in Kitchen (Cartridge Replacement)

£115

Shacklewell, Greater London

3rd Feb 2026

Issue: Kitchen mixer tap leaking from the gap between the hot/cold handle. The water dribbles down the shaft when in use. No flooding, the tap is still usable for now, but needs dealing with. Thoughts:likely a cartridge replacement or issue with sealing. I'd rather not replace the whole tap, but you'll do a diagnosis first and we'll discuss. Hopefully, it's a short one-and-done job: There's a Screwfix and a Toolstation nearby. If after diagnosis, the right part is available, I can nip off and buy it. Or, I can purchase one from you if you carry spares... Budget is for labour if this is the kind of job we're looking at... I'll cover you for parking vouchers during your visit as needed.

Ali came, and knew exactly what to do. Thanks!