What it could mean
Understand the symptoms.
Fixture selection, waste falls, valve access and wall construction are important before walls are closed.
What to do next
Coordinate licensed trades and final drawings before waterproofing and tiling.
When a plumber should assess it
If the fault continues, is affecting other fixtures, risks damage or cannot be identified safely, arrange a professional assessment. Similar symptoms can have different causes, so an inspection is needed before confirming a repair.
What to tell us
- Your suburb and the affected fixture or system
- Whether the problem is continuous or intermittent
- Any noises, visible leaks, odours or recent changes
- Whether it involves a single fixture or several
This article is general guidance. Do not attempt electrical, gas, pressurised, confined-space or unsafe drainage work.