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Who should I call if water is leaking into the house from outside?
After heavy rain we’re getting water coming in through a wall near the floor, and I can’t tell if this is a drainage issue, a problem with the wall itself, or something else entirely.
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"I’d start with a drainage company as water would most likely not be draining
Away from a soak away etc"
Away from a soak away etc"
Answered on 16th Mar 2026 - Member since Sep 2023 -
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"It sounds like water penetration through the brick work .repointing and weathering would be the answers"
Answered on 16th Mar 2026 - Member since Dec 2024 -
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"Drainage specialist, groundworks contractor.
Start with a drainage company. In many cases, the issue is poor drainage around the house or blocked soakaways."
Start with a drainage company. In many cases, the issue is poor drainage around the house or blocked soakaways."
Answered on 17th Mar 2026 - Member since Jul 2025 -
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