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    Jun 7, 2009, 08:11 AM
    Leak in bathroom
    There is a leak in the bathroom and its coming through the ceiling in the kitchen, why is this happening?
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    Jun 7, 2009, 08:40 AM

    Usually Id say its possibly caused by a shower above if the sealant around the base is letting water pass, it will need the old sealant removing & re sealing with a bathroom sealant available from most diy stores - otherwise it depends what is directly above the leak
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    Jun 7, 2009, 01:13 PM
    - otherwise it depends what is directly above the leak
    Not always true. Water, like electricity , will take the path of least resistance. Unless you can spot a leak upstairs you'll have to open up the ceiling and track the leak back to the source.
    Let me know what you find. Good luck, Tom
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