Hidden leak detection
Damp patches, stains or a pressure drop with no obvious cause? We trace water and heating leaks under floors and behind walls.
Plumbing · Maidstone & Kent
Leak Detection & Repair in Maidstone
Hidden leaks traced, burst pipes repaired and your water back on fast
Leak Detection & Repair in Maidstone
Find the leak, fix the leak
A small leak can do a lot of damage before you see it: damp patches on ceilings, a boiler that keeps losing pressure, a water meter that never stops turning or a bill that suddenly jumps. Phoenix trace leaks across Maidstone and Kent, working methodically to find the source with as little disruption to your home as possible.
Once we have found it we repair it properly, whether that is a weeping joint, a split pipe, a faulty valve or a leak on the heating system, and pressure test the system so you know it is sound.
Leak and pipe work we carry out
Burst pipe repair
We isolate the supply, repair the burst and get your water back on quickly to limit damage to your home.
Frozen pipe repair
We safely thaw frozen pipes, repair any splits and lag vulnerable pipework to stop it happening again.
Mains water pipe repair
Leaks on the incoming mains supply and stop tap repaired or replaced to restore a safe, reliable supply.
Pipe replacement and repiping
Old, corroded or failing copper and plastic pipework replaced to regulation standards, from a single run to a full repipe.
Heating system pressure tests
If your boiler keeps losing pressure, we pressure test the system to pinpoint where the water is escaping.
Water leak sensors
Smart leak sensors that alert your phone at the first sign of water, so small leaks are caught early.
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Areas we cover · Tap the map
Areas we cover for leak detection & repair
We trace and repair leaks across Maidstone and Kent, and burst pipes are part of our 24/7 emergency cover in our core area.
Core area · 24/7 call-outs Wider Kent · planned work Our Maidstone office
Core area 24/7 emergency call-outs
- Maidstone
Under 15 minutes from Maidstone
- Tonbridge & Malling
Around 15 to 20 minutes from Maidstone
- Medway
Around 20 to 25 minutes from Maidstone
- Swale
Around 25 to 30 minutes from Maidstone
- Gravesham
Around 30 minutes from Maidstone
Wider Kent Planned installs and servicing
- Tunbridge Wells
Around 30 to 35 minutes from Maidstone
- Ashford
Around 30 to 35 minutes from Maidstone
- Sevenoaks
Around 30 to 35 minutes from Maidstone
- Dartford
Around 35 minutes from Maidstone
- Canterbury
Around 40 minutes from Maidstone
- Folkestone & Hythe
Around 40 minutes from Maidstone
- Dover
Around 50 minutes from Maidstone
- Thanet
Around 55 minutes from Maidstone
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What people say
“I recently used Phoenix Plumbing for a bathroom tap installation and was really impressed with the service. Later on, we had a plumbing emergency with a mains water leak, so I called Luke and he quickly arranged for one of his team to attend. The response was fast, professional, and the issue was sorted efficiently. Great service, great price, and excellent communication throughout. I would highly recommend Phoenix Plumbing to anyone looking for reliable plumbers.”
“Had my boiler serviced today and repaired a leak. Great engineer, very polite and efficient. Highly recommended.”
“Guys from Phoenix have always been excellent when called upon. Serviced our boiler, fixed leaks, sorted heating. Always tidy, prompt, on budget, helpful, go the extra mile. Would recommend wholeheartedly”
Advice from our engineers
Helpful guides
- Vaillant F22 Fault Code: Low Water Pressure Explained A Vaillant boiler showing F22 (or F.22) is telling you there is not enough water in the heating system. Vaillant calls this a dry fire fault. The boiler shuts down to stop itself overheating with too little water inside. What causes F22?* Low system pressure, the most common cause by far * A leak somewhere on the heating system, such as a radiator valve or pipe joint * Water released through the pressure relief valve * Recently bled radiators, which lets water out as well as air * A faulty... Read the guide
- Why Is My Boiler Losing Pressure? Common Causes and Solutions Boilers are an essential part of any central heating system, providing warmth and comfort throughout the year. However, one issue that many homeowners face is a loss of pressure in their boiler. This can be a frustrating problem, as it can cause your heating system to stop working altogether. In this article, we will explore the reasons why your boiler may be losing pressure and what you can do to fix it. Firstly, it's important to understand what boiler pressure is and why it's important.... Read the guide
Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
Can't see your question? Call the office on 01622 585169 and speak to a real person.
How do you find a hidden leak?
We start with the simple checks: the meter, visible pipework, valves and the heating system pressure. Then we isolate sections of pipework to narrow down where the water is going, so we only open up the area we need to.
What should I do if a pipe bursts?
Turn off the water at your stop tap (often under the kitchen sink), switch off electrics near the leak if it is safe to do so, and call us. In our core area burst pipes are covered by our 24/7 emergency service.
Why does my boiler keep losing pressure?
The most common causes are a leak somewhere on the heating system, a faulty pressure relief valve or an expansion vessel that needs recharging. We cover this in our guide to boiler pressure, and our engineers can test the system to find the cause.
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