Step 1: Spot the signs
Look for damp patches, bubbling or peeling paint, mould, a musty smell, white salt marks on walls, a dripping ceiling below, tiles that sound hollow or a water meter that moves with taps off. Early signs are easy to treat, and late signs mean hidden damage.
Step 2: Stop the water
If a supply pipe is leaking, close the valve to that line or the main valve. If the leak shows only after bathroom use, stop using that bathroom and the shower until the cause is found. Protect furniture and electrics below, and switch off power to wet areas.
Step 3: Find the cause
Ask the contractor for tests rather than guesses: a meter test for supply leaks, a ponding test for the floor and a pressure test of pipes. A quick-fix without diagnosis often fails. Use the checks in bathroom leakage treatment.
Step 4: Quick stop-gaps
While arranging repair, reseal tub or tray edges, re-grout loose joints and clean the floor trap. These can reduce seepage but are not a cure for a failed membrane. Do not paint over damp patches, since paint will blister.
Step 5: Choose the repair
These ranges show common figures.
| Repair | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Re-grouting and resealing | PKR 3,000 - 12,000 |
| Pipe repair, per leak | PKR 5,000 - 25,000 |
| Injection grouting, per metre of crack | PKR 800 - 2,500 |
| Full re-waterproofing and re-tiling | PKR 60,000 - 150,000 |
| Ceiling repair and paint below | PKR 5,000 - 30,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Step 6: Choose a contractor
Ask for references, a written scope, the method and materials, the test after repair and a written guarantee, such as 2 to 5 years on waterproofing. Compare two or three quotes. Avoid anyone who refuses to test or promises a cure without looking.
Step 7: Dry out and finish
Allow walls and ceilings to dry fully before repainting, which can take weeks, and use a moisture meter to confirm. Treat mould with a proper cleaner, repair plaster and use a stain-blocking primer. Painting too soon hides the problem.
Step 8: Keep records and prevent
Keep photos, quotes, test results and the guarantee. Reseal joints every few years, keep traps clean and check for early damp. If you are in rented or shared property, tell the owner or neighbour in writing. Plumbing and gas work should be done by licensed tradespeople and tested before it is covered.
When a neighbour is affected
In apartments, a leak can damage the flat below. Inform them early, share the diagnosis and agree who pays, preferably in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stop the water source, protect belongings and arrange a proper diagnosis. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
From about PKR 3,000 for re-grouting to PKR 60,000 to 150,000 for full re-waterproofing and re-tiling. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
No. Let it dry fully and fix the cause first. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
A written 2 to 5 year guarantee on waterproofing work. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Share the diagnosis early and agree responsibility in writing. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the details and a photo on WhatsApp. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate that lists the model, size, warranty and delivery, so you can compare it with other quotes on the same scope. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.