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Balcony Leak Detection and Repairs Melbourne
Water leaking through a balcony into the apartment or the unit below is one of the most common, and most disputed, problems in south-east Melbourne apartment buildings. Plumb Melbourne investigates balcony leaks to find where the water is actually coming from, so repairs target the cause rather than the symptom.
Our licensed plumbers inspect balcony drainage outlets, downpipes, stormwater connections, and any pipework running through or beneath the balcony, using moisture readings and targeted testing to trace the source. We repair plumbing-related faults and document the findings with photos and a written report for owners, tenants, strata managers, and insurers.
Where testing points to a failed waterproof membrane or tiling rather than plumbing, we say so clearly and give you the evidence to take to your waterproofer or builder. We service apartments across inner east and south-east Melbourne.
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When you need to call a plumber
Water staining on the ceiling of the unit below
We trace the path of the water and test balcony drainage and pipework to find the source.
Water pooling on the balcony after rain
We check outlets, grates, and downpipes for blockages, poor fall, or incorrect connections.
Damp, peeling paint, or mould near the balcony door
We use moisture readings to establish whether water is entering through plumbing, the membrane, or the building envelope.
Disputes between owners, tenants, and strata about the cause
We provide a written report with photos and findings you can use with your strata manager, insurer, or builder.
Repeated leaks after previous repairs
We repair plumbing-related faults and identify non-plumbing causes so the right trade can fix them properly.
Who fixes a leaking balcony in an apartment: a plumber or a waterproofer?
It depends on the cause. A plumber deals with blocked or poorly fitted drainage outlets, downpipes, and pipework running through the balcony. A waterproofer or builder deals with failed membranes, cracked tiling, and building defects. A plumbing inspection is a sensible first step because it quickly rules out drainage and pipework faults and gives you a documented finding before you commit to larger works. In many apartment buildings the balcony, or part of it, is common property depending on the plan of subdivision, so check with your strata manager or owners corporation before arranging repairs.
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At Plumb Melbourne, we do more than fix taps and toilets — we deliver reliable, same-day plumbing with upfront pricing and no surprises. Our licensed team specialises in maintenance, renovations, hot water, and hydronic heating, using only quality products to get it right the first time. Local, professional, and trusted — we’re here when you need us most.