Leak detection
Pre-purchase plumbing survey across London
Specialist pre-purchase plumbing survey as part of our 24/7 leak detection service. Same fixed pricing, same 30 to 60 minute target response, same 12-month guarantee.
A buyer-side plumbing condition report on the property you're about to commit to. Written report with photos, flow tests, pressure tests, and an actionable defect list.
What's in the survey
Visual inspection of visible pipework and appliances. Flow rate at each tap. Static and dynamic pressure tests at the mains and at the highest tap. Boiler and heating system inspection. Drainage stack inspection (gulley, internal stack). Photographic record with a defect list categorised as Urgent / Notable / Cosmetic.
Why book a pre-purchase survey
Bigger property purchases
Worth knowing whether the heating, hot water and drainage actually work before exchange.
Buy-to-let acquisitions
CP12 readiness assessment built in; you know what's needed before tenanting.
Older properties with no documentation
No previous service records means assumptions. The survey replaces guessing with data.
Insurance pre-policy condition reports
Some insurers accept our survey as the baseline condition report.
What it costs (indicative)
Fixed price per survey based on property size. Written report by email within 48 hours. Full pricing.
When to call us
- ✔ You're about to exchange on a property and want a plumbing-side condition check.
- ✔ You're a landlord acquiring a new buy-to-let.
- ✔ The vendor has refused or can't provide gas, boiler or drainage paperwork.
- ✔ Your insurer has asked for a written plumbing condition report.
Need a 24/7 emergency engineer?
30 to 60 minute response across every London borough. Gas Safe registered. 12-month workmanship guarantee.
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30 to 60 minute response across every London borough. Gas Safe registered. 12-month workmanship guarantee.