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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Recent Leak Detection reviews in East London

Derek was friendly, super thorough and a total professional! He re-grouted a portion of our shower, fixed a leaky under-sink pipe, replaced our bath plug hole and filled in two cracks in the laminate flooring.

Sink pipe leak and grouting

£250

Professional guy

Pipe leakage

£40

Anthony has quickly identified the reason of the leak and has done a clean fix. Very satisfied with Anthony.

Fix water leak

£100

Great services

Leak underneath shower tray

£200

On time and did the job with no mess, and was very knowledgeable. Great communication.

I need 2 leaks fixed; U bend under my sink, also from my toilet

£90

Knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and efficient.

Fix a leaky pipe from my washer dryer under my kitchen sink.

£75

What's the average cost of a leak detector in East London

£70 - £133

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£70

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£95

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£133

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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 in East London

Leaking toilet cistern

£45

Ladywell, Greater London, SE13

19th Jun 2026

Leaking toilet cistern. New sealing needed.

New sealing required of leaking toilet cistern

£45

Ladywell, Greater London, SE13

19th Jun 2026

New sealing required of slightly leaking toilet cistern

Floating toilet clear water leak

£50

West Ham, Greater London, E15

18th Jun 2026

Have a leak of clear water under the toilet which is very slow drip. Think it’s from the flash which joins to toilet All the required parts will be provided

Unblock kitchen sink (difficult) and deal with leak. in waste pipe.

£100

Upper Clapton, Greater London

16th Jun 2026

The sink is blocked. The waste pipe is twisty which has caused a problem in the past and now there is a leak too.

Bathroom leak repair

£200

Royal Arsenal West, Greater London, SE18

16th Jun 2026

Urgent Bathroom Leak Repair Needed Water from the upstairs bathroom is leaking into the living room below & has caused damage to the ceiling. The leak appears to occur when the bath and/or shower is used. I need someone to carry out the repair of the leak + ceiling, during the visit. Please include in your quote: -Repair of leak + ceiling -Whether materials are included -Any call-out fee -Whether you are a qualified & insured plumber -Any potential additional costs that may arise after inspection Budget: £200-£300 Need the job completed by 22nd June.

Great work thank you. Satisfied

Fix leaking toilet

£80

Hackney Wick, Greater London

11th Jun 2026

Water is slowly leaking into the toilet bowl from the back of the toilet

Leaking sink pipe under kitchen tap

£40

South Ockendon, Essex

11th Jun 2026

I have a pipe that is leaking under the kitchen sink. May have started yesterday as it was only noticed this morning. Need someone as soon as possible please.

Did an amazing job, very friendly and punctual. Would definitely recommend!

Kitchen tap leaking

£80

Ratcliff, Greater London

11th Jun 2026

My kitchen tap has a leak and is making a whistling noise, this is coming from the cold side.. i do not believe the tap itself needs to be replaced but likely cartridge or washer (but I'm not an expert) I tried to replace myself but couldnt get the tap off, would need some help.

slightly tricky job but nadav was on top of it. Excellent all round and top bloke too.

Fix a leaking tap

£20

Snaresbrook, Greater London

10th Jun 2026

Small drip drip in kitchen tap

Leak under sink

£30

Barking, Greater London

6th Jun 2026

Fix small leak under sink Likely repair needed to plastic pipes under sink

Fixing a leak from a pipe and kitchen tap fitting

£60

Rush Green, Greater London, RM7

5th Jun 2026

Pipe has a leak in the attic will provide photos. Also kitchen tap to replace - photos also will be provided

Leaking pipe

£50

Newbury Park, Greater London

27th May 2026

Leaking pipe next to the outdoor toilet.

Kitchen tap leaking and may need repair or replacement.

£50

Leyton Marshes, Greater London

24th May 2026

Kitchen tap leaking and may need repair or replacement. Mixer tap in kitchen sink is dripping/leaking from the base/spout area. Looking for a reliable plumber or handyman in East London (E10 area) to inspect and fix.

Help with fixing a leakage in our toilet

£50

Leyton, Greater London, E10

20th May 2026

Our toilet has been leaking for around 2 days now. We need someone to fix or replace the pump inside it.

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

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.

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!