Leak in Toilet

[eemrun]

Recently bought a place and moved in. Noticing now there are leaks around the shower area. Also ripped a part of the carpet infront of the toilet and noticing damage there. Added pictures. The wet toilet paper areas are where we can see water seeping through.

Really disappointed with this and am worried about the extent of the damage. This did not come up in the building inspection which is surprising to me. Maybe I am wrong abt that one. 

Anyone had similar issues? 

 

 

[jess_syd]

Same here!!! Brough my house three years ago, two bathroom has the exactly same issue. Waiting for plumber to fix. 

[eemrun]

Hey Jess!

It is such a frustrating issue. Would be keen to know what sort of quote they gave you and where exactly is the problem? Also how is your plumber going to fix it?

I am trying to understand if this is covered by Builder’s guarantee or insurance. I guess depends whether this is a structural issue or not. 

[jess_syd]

I will keep you updated with quotes guess won’t be cheap. I got building insurance don’t know if it cover or not. Will find out, plz let me know about your insurance if it cover or not. Btw how old is your property and it’s double brick? 

[eemrun]

Thanks. I bought recently. Just 2 weeks ago. Property is 4 years old. 

[Jason]

Hi @eemrun,

Sorry to read of your issues. It must be very disappointing for you. How can we help?

Let me tag some helpful members with plumbing experience who might like to share how they would approach the problem: @EricL, @JDE, @LePallet, @tom_builds.    

Jason

[JDE · Accepted solution]

Hi @eemrun  I must admit I hate leaky showers and fixing them can be very trial and error. Step 1 Id check to see if you have any comeback on original builder, good luck with that. Step 2 make sure not leaking down back of taps ie do you get water when shower not used - unlikely  Step 3 you dont appear to have a hob, shower is on floor a thin bead of silicon clear or colour to match tiles along all internal edges of shower both vertical courners and along floor joint. Bead only needs to be 2 or 3mm thick on each edge. Make sure you don't leave any breaks. This fixes most leaks in my experience. (Make sure you have liquid detergent on you hand or scribe when you smooth it out , stops it from sticking to you and clean up as you go). Step 4 try a shower sealer like crommelin shower sealer and waterproofer available ar Bunnings   Step 5 call a plumber this may require removing tlies and resealing pan. In my experience 90% of the time step 3 solves the issue. JDE

[MitchellMc]

Hi @eemrun,

It's great to see our members assisting with your issues. Before I get too far into potential fixes, can I clarify if this water is tracking across the tiles where you've placed the toilet paper, and the source is the shower screen where the last pieces are placed? If so, it's going to be a reasonably easy fix. 

Mitchell

[eemrun]

Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I eventually went with a plumber who went with something similar to option 3 as @JDE mentioned. The builder took care of the plumbing issue. Fingers crossed this solves the problem. 

Want to thank you all again for all the advice!

[MitchellMc]

It's great to hear that the issue is potentially solved @eemrun.

Many thanks for updating us, and I'm sure @JDE will be pleased to hear that what they suggested was the method used.

Mitchell