Water leak repair: price analysis and EXAMPLES

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Did you know that a simple dripping tap can cost you up to £130 per year!

But is it worth calling a plumber to fix the leak?

If you're here, you're probably asking yourself the same question.

That’s why I decided to analyse the water leak repair services that have been booked through Yoojo in the UK.

Now, you can finally know what to expect before hiring a plumber!

Summary

Average cost of a plumber’s visit to repair a leak
The average price by type of water leak repair
Real examples of water leak repairs!
CONCLUSION: Request your free quote

Average cost of a plumber’s visit to repair a leak

Close-up of leaking pipes

The first step in my analysis was to examine the 220 leak repairs performed via Yoojo (discover our water leak repair service here).

I calculated the average of all the services paid for on our platform to give you a very general idea:

Provider on Yoojo :

£58

Traditional company:

£111

How did I calculate the price for traditional companies?

I contacted 5 traditional plumbing companies in London, Birmingham, and Manchester to ask for quotes for: replacing a sealing ring, fixing a leaky toilet, and repairing a water heater leak.

I also included in my analysis the average plumber rates found online, to verify the accuracy of the figures.

The average hourly rate for all types of water leaks

Illustration of a woman on the phone about a leaking tap

Same concept as above, but this time, I divided the cost by the number of hours worked.

Here are the results:

Provider on Yoojo:

£31/hour

Traditional companies:

£49/hour

Why is there such a price difference?

1/ There is no minimum charge on Yoojo. You can get help for a small job starting at £18.

2/ The plumbers available on our platform can come even for an hour, without overcharging.

3/ Many providers are local to you, which significantly reduces travel costs.

4/ Everything is digitalised on Yoojo

Leak detection: how much does it cost?

A customer opening the door to a plumber

Mould and dampness making you think there’s a leak at home, but you don’t know where it’s coming from?

You can hire an expert just to find the source of the leak.

Provider on Yoojo:

£68

Traditional companies:

£99

What are we talking about here?

The following analysis only includes easily detectable leaks, meaning those visible to the naked eye.

For hidden leaks that require construction work or the use of high-tech tools, I recommend contacting an expert. They will be equipped with thermal cameras, wall scanners, and other electro-acoustic detectors.

The average price by type of water leak repair

A plumber fixing a leak under a tap

I then categorised the different types of leaks into major categories to give you more precise average prices.

These prices only apply to services paid for on Yoojo.

Type of leak	Average repair time	Average repair price on Yoojo
Sealing ring leak	45 min	£24
Leaky tap	45 min	£25
Toilet running continuously	45 min	£27
Leaky toilet tap	45 min	£25
Leaky toilet float	45 min	£26
Leaky shower	1h30	£41
Leaking appliance	1h30	£45
Main water valve leak	1h30	£48
Leaky outdoor tap	1h30	£45
Water heater leak	2 hours	£65
Radiator leak	2 hours	£63

Important information!

The above average prices only include the repair itself, not the cost of materials.

Real examples of water leak repairs!

A woman thanking a plumber after fixing her water leak

I wanted to finish this guide on pricing by showing you some real examples of jobs that have been posted on Yoojo, and for which a plumber registered on our platform was able to solve the problem!

In the following examples, you’ll discover:

The total price paid
The time it took to complete the task
The hourly rate for the task

Example 1: Emergency toilet pipe seal repair

💰 Total price paid: £21
⏳ Task duration: 1 hour
💶 Hourly rate: £21/h

example of a job post for fixing a sealing ring

We start with a customer who had an emergency: the sealing ring was no longer working and needed replacing.

On Yoojo, you can choose the date for the job, and our algorithm connects you only with plumbers available on those dates... perfect for emergencies!

Example 2: Repairing a leaky toilet tap

💰 Total price paid: £21
⏳ Task duration: 1 hour
💶 Hourly rate: £21/h

Screenshot of a post on Yoojo to fix a leaky toilet tap

Next, we have a classic Yoojo job: repairing a leaky toilet tap.

As you can see, this Falmouth customer had the great idea of posting pictures. It's a very good practice that allows plumbers to better assess the job.

Thanks to the many providers in the area, the customer only paid £21!

Example 3: Replacing 2 sealing rings

💰 Total price paid: £26
⏳ Task duration: 1 hour
💶 Hourly rate: £26/h

Screenshot of a Yoojo job post for replacing sealing rings

Another popular job on Yoojo: replacing sealing rings.

This customer was smart, deciding to have both rings replaced during the same visit!

In the end, she paid £26 to have both taps fixed.

Example 4: Fixing a toilet that runs continuously

💰 Total price paid: £34
⏳ Task duration: 1 hour
💶 Hourly rate: £34/hour

example of a job post for fixing a continuously running toilet

This is the kind of leak that can quickly raise your water bill.

However, for an experienced plumber, fixing a toilet that won't stop running is quite easy.

In this case, the plumber chosen by the customer charged only £34 for the repair... at that price, why not?

Example 5: Leaking toilet float

💰 Total price paid: £39
⏳ Task duration: 1h30
💶 Hourly rate: £26/h

job post for replacing a leaky toilet float

Toilet floats are often the cause of various leak problems.

Here, a customer from London had the great idea to buy and prepare all the necessary parts before the plumber arrived.

If you’re unsure, you can always chat with the plumbers on Yoojo and ask for advice before booking!

Example 6: Fixing a leak under a bathtub

💰 Total price paid: £39
⏳ Task duration: 1h30
💶 Hourly rate: £26/h

Yoojo customer job post for fixing a leak under a bathtub

Now, let's move on to something more complicated: a leak under the bathtub, which requires a bit more expertise.

No worries, on Yoojo, you'll find both individual plumbers and professional plumbers – you choose!

Example 7: Water heater (boiler) leak

💰 Total price paid: £65
⏳ Task duration: 3 hours
💶 Hourly rate: £22/hour

Water heater (boiler) leak add

Water heaters are large, making repairs take longer.

Luckily for our customer from Edinburgh, he found a plumber to repair everything for just £65.

Example 8: Appliance leak

💰 Total price paid: £52
⏳ Task duration: 2 hours
💶 Hourly rate: £26/h

example of a job post to fix a leaking washing machine

Appliances are often the source of annoying leaks.

As you can see in this post, the customer had initially booked the plumber for 2 hours.

Unfortunately, the issue was more complex than expected, so the customer had to book an additional hour on the spot.

No worries, you can do it in just two clicks from your Yoojo account and pay online instantly.

CONCLUSION: Request your free quote

Since every case is unique, the best way to know how much your leak repair will cost is to ask.

That’s why Yoojo has made it free to connect with local plumbers near you (find them here) !

You can:

post your job for free
chat with providers for free before booking
compare providers interested in your job (reviews, experience, compliments, etc.)
book online and pay after the job is completed