Leaks under the tiles are one of the most common problems homeowners face. They usually start small and unnoticed, then gradually develop into a cause of damaged floors and walls and a much higher water bill.<\/p>\n
The main problem with this type of leak is that it happens in hidden places under the tiles or inside the walls<\/strong>, which makes it hard to find at first unless you notice the early signs.<\/p>\n That is why it is important to know how to spot a leak under the tiles before it causes major damage to your home<\/strong>.<\/p>\n A leak under the tiles happens when a water pipe \u2014 hot or cold \u2014 breaks or corrodes, so water keeps escaping beneath the floor.<\/p>\n This leak can continue for a long time without the homeowner noticing, but over time the signs start to appear<\/strong>.<\/p>\n There are several clear indicators that may point to a leak beneath the floor.<\/p>\n One of the most obvious signs is tiles that lift or sit slightly higher than the rest of the floor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This happens because water collecting under the tiles weakens the adhesive that holds them in place.<\/p>\n In some cases you may hear a hollow sound when you walk on them.<\/p>\n When water leaks under the floor, it gradually starts to show in the small joints between the tiles.<\/p>\n You may notice:<\/p>\n This is often an early sign of a leak.<\/p>\n Smell is an important sign that should never be ignored.<\/p>\n If you notice a damp or mouldy smell in a room, the bathroom or the kitchen<\/strong> despite regular cleaning, the cause may be a hidden leak under the tiles.<\/p>\n The smell comes from water collecting in an enclosed space for a long time.<\/p>\n Another common sign is a floor that stays wet or damp for a long time, even when no water is being used.<\/p>\n This may happen in:<\/p>\n In some cases the floor feels unusually cold.<\/p>\n If your water bill has suddenly gone up with no increase in use<\/strong>, a leak under the tiles may be the cause.<\/p>\n The leaking water keeps flowing all the time, even when nothing is in use.<\/p>\n Many people think it is a minor problem, but a leak can cause serious damage, such as:<\/p>\n Over time the problem can even reach the foundations of the home<\/strong> if it is not repaired quickly.<\/p>\n In the past, finding a leak meant breaking large parts of the floor<\/strong> until the source was found.<\/p>\n Today, modern devices can locate the leak with high accuracy without random breaking.<\/p>\n The most important devices include:<\/p>\n They pick up the sound of water leaking inside the pipes and pinpoint the break.<\/p>\n They measure temperature differences in floors and walls to find where water is collecting.<\/p>\n They show whether the network is losing pressure because of a leak.<\/p>\n These modern technologies save a lot of time and money and protect your floors.<\/p>\n It is best to book a specialist inspection when you notice:<\/p>\n The earlier the problem is found, the easier and cheaper the treatment.<\/p>\n To reduce the chance of leaks in the future, follow a few simple tips:<\/p>\n If you notice any of the signs above, it is best to have an inspection with modern leak detection devices.<\/p>\n At Al Tamayuz<\/strong> we use advanced devices to locate the leak precisely inside the wall or under the floor, without random breaking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Inspecting the problem early protects your home and reduces the cost.<\/p>\n Call us on 0799 747 365<\/strong> Leaks under the tiles are one of the most common problems for homeowners. They usually start small and unnoticed, then gradually damage floors and walls and push up the water bill. Here is how to spot one before it causes major damage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":57,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guides-and-tips","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=340"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/340\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/57"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/altamayuz.site\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What is a leak under the tiles?<\/h2>\n
The key signs of a leak under the tiles<\/h2>\n
1. Lifting or loose tiles<\/h3>\n
2. Damp between the tile joints<\/h3>\n
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3. A damp smell in the home<\/h3>\n
4. A floor that stays wet<\/h3>\n
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5. An unusually high water bill<\/h3>\n
Why is a leak under the tiles dangerous?<\/h2>\n
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How is a leak under the tiles found without breaking?<\/h2>\n
Acoustic listening devices<\/h3>\n
Thermal cameras<\/h3>\n
Water pressure gauges<\/h3>\n
When should you book a leak inspection?<\/h2>\n
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Tips to prevent leaks at home<\/h2>\n
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The best way to find a leak under the tiles<\/h2>\n
for leak detection with the latest devices across Amman and every area of Jordan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"