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Leaking shower problems

A leaking shower can damage walls, floors, and nearby rooms if it is ignored. If you are searching for leaking shower repair Melbourne, early diagnosis and the right repair method can prevent expensive rebuilds.

What to know

Everything you need to know about a leaking shower

Leaking showers are common in older bathrooms and poorly sealed wet areas. Fast action helps contain moisture, reduce mould risk, and keep repair costs under control.

Why it happens

Waterproofing and sealing failures are common triggers

Leaks often start from cracked grout, failed silicone, movement in joints, damaged membranes, or poor original installation details.

What it looks like

Damp smells, loose grout, stains and swelling

Common warning signs include mould growth, damp odours, paint bubbling, swollen skirting, and water marks around adjoining walls.

If you leave it

Minor leaks can become major building damage

Ongoing moisture can rot framing, damage plaster, lift flooring, and create persistent mould problems that are much more costly to rectify later.

How we approach it

Diagnose first, then match the right repair

We assess leak paths, identify the cause, and recommend targeted leaking shower repairs instead of guesswork or temporary patching.

Technician inspecting a leaking shower for water ingress points
Why this matters

"The best leaking shower repair is the one that fixes the cause, not just the symptom."

Professional leak repair

Leaking shower repair should be targeted, not trial-and-error

Different leaks need different fixes. Some showers need regrouting and resealing, while others need more comprehensive waterproofing work or targeted shower base repairs. We explain what is actually required and why.

Leak source is identified before any repair starts
Repair scope is based on condition, not assumptions
Work is completed with clean finishes and clear aftercare guidance
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How we fix it

Our 4-step leaking shower repair process

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Inspect and diagnose

We identify leak entry points and assess grout, silicone, joints, and surrounding signs of moisture movement.

2

Prepare affected areas

Failed materials are removed and surfaces are prepared so repairs bond properly and perform as intended.

3

Complete targeted repairs

We carry out the right combination of regrouting, resealing, and waterproofing repairs for your specific shower condition.

4

Confirm outcome and next steps

You get clear advice on maintenance and any follow-up work needed to keep your shower leak-free long term.

Real Results

Before and after

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Our 10-year warranty

We provide a 10-year warranty on eligible repair work. We explain the warranty terms before work begins, so you know what is covered. If a covered issue comes up within 10 years, we will return and address it under our warranty terms.

FAQs

Common questions about leaking shower repairs

Helpful answers on diagnosis, urgency, and repair options for leaking showers.

In many cases, yes. If the leak source is in grout or sealing lines, targeted repairs may solve it. If deeper waterproofing has failed, larger works may be required.

It is best handled early. Ongoing moisture can spread beyond the bathroom and increase both damage and total repair cost over time.

The most common causes are cracked grout, failed silicone joints, and deteriorated waterproofing details in older or heavily used showers.
What our customers say

Customer reviews

See why Melbourne homeowners trust Shiny Shower for rebuilds, leaks, and other shower repairs.

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Eric Tam Donvale

Thank you for the brilliant work and go extend to replace the seal strip and extra corking, allow the corner become perfect again. Thanks heaps

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Rob Lee Heidelberg

We engaged Daniel and team to regrout our showers and repair a couple of tiles. They did a great job, very professional and did not cut any corners. Every step was performed thoroughly and with care. Daniel explained each step from the grout used…We engaged Daniel and team to regrout our showers and repair a couple of tiles. They did a great job, very professional and did not cut any corners. Every step was performed thoroughly and with care. Daniel explained each step from the grout used down to the tile sealer. The grout lines are clean and the tile surfaces restored to their former sheen. The screen doors were cleaned and the shower door moulding replaced with new. We picked Daniel because of his tiling background and we wanted someone that has the expertise to fix any issues if they pop up during the job. Happy to recommend Shiny Shower!!

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Sam Lando Balwyn North
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I was so impressed with their 1st job, I had to call them to do our ensuite as well. Very happy!

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Anjani Tarneit

Really happy with the work from Shiny Shower. We had an ongoing shower leak and were quite worried because we couldn’t figure out where the water was coming from. They took the time to properly inspect it and found that the shower screen was…Really happy with the work from Shiny Shower. We had an ongoing shower leak and were quite worried because we couldn’t figure out where the water was coming from. They took the time to properly inspect it and found that the shower screen was leaking. They fixed the problem with regrouting and resealing, and the work was done really well. Everything was neat and professional, and they explained what the issue was and what needed to be done. It’s a big relief to finally have the shower leak sorted. Thank you to the Shiny Shower team for the great work. I would definitely recommend them to anyone having shower leakage problems.

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Emma Carvz Noble Park

Had our old shower completely rebuilt and honestly didn’t expect it to come up this clean. The space is pretty narrow but they made it feel a lot more open and modern. Tiles are straight, finish is neat, and the drainage works properly now which was…Had our old shower completely rebuilt and honestly didn’t expect it to come up this clean. The space is pretty narrow but they made it feel a lot more open and modern. Tiles are straight, finish is neat, and the drainage works properly now which was our biggest issue before. They were easy to deal with, turned up when they said they would, and didn’t leave a mess behind. Happy with the result.

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Catherine Wittick St Kilda East

Great service. I was able to book in quickly and they turned up on time fixed my shower hinges and then cleaned before they left. Happy with the final product and saved me from having to get a new shower screen. Will definitely use again if need.

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Rebecca More Fitzroy

We originally just had leaking tiles but Daniel suggested switching to a shower base instead which made a lot more sense long term. Ended up being cheaper and way more reliable. Were very happy with the finish. No more worrying about leaks which is…We originally just had leaking tiles but Daniel suggested switching to a shower base instead which made a lot more sense long term. Ended up being cheaper and way more reliable. Were very happy with the finish. No more worrying about leaks which is the main thing we wanted. Pretty straightforward process and no issues with the team.

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Brendan Greenwood Thornbury

Shiny Shower came out to do a leak detection, found the source of the leak, and then fixed it. There was a lot of mould and rotten wood underneath, so they had to remove the shower base and redo the waterproofing properly! It made a huge difference!…Shiny Shower came out to do a leak detection, found the source of the leak, and then fixed it. There was a lot of mould and rotten wood underneath, so they had to remove the shower base and redo the waterproofing properly! It made a huge difference! I've got before and after photos and the improvement is very clear! They also sorted a few cracked tiles in another bathroom as part of a separate shower repair. Everything was done quickly and Daniel was very professional. 5/5 stars!

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Dion Zito Epping

A beautiful job by the shiny shower team. Perfect craftsmanship, I am very impressed. It isn't looking like new tiles for our shower floor.

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Victoria Damos Mill Park

Could not be happier with the final result after having my shower rebuilt by the Shiny Shower team. Total professionalism, attention to detail and an immaculate finish. After finding it difficult to connect with other tiling/shower rerouting…Could not be happier with the final result after having my shower rebuilt by the Shiny Shower team. Total professionalism, attention to detail and an immaculate finish. After finding it difficult to connect with other tiling/shower rerouting companies, it was a pleasure having the team at Shiny Shower complete my shower rebuild with passion, commitment and care. Could not recommend these guys more!

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Sam Lando Balwyn North

Shiny Shower lived up to their name. Daniel did a great job, and the end result was magnificent. The shower looked brand new, as if it's never been used. Great job!

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Jake Carabott Epping

Our new shower screen is clean and makes the whole space feel bigger, and the new tiles are perfect for our shower. Everything feels solid and well finished, and the drainage actually works properly now which was a big issue before. It was a big…Our new shower screen is clean and makes the whole space feel bigger, and the new tiles are perfect for our shower. Everything feels solid and well finished, and the drainage actually works properly now which was a big issue before. It was a big rebuild but it only took a few days. Daniel and his team were easy to deal with and kept things tidy while working.. We shouted them lunch and they were very grateful. Amazing team. Would recommend again!

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Theresa Nguyen Derrimut

Found Shiny Shower on a whim scrolling through TikTok. We had a few renos going on but a full bathroom reno was not in the budget. From first in-person consult, to booking via their online system was easy and timely. Daniel came out to do a full…Found Shiny Shower on a whim scrolling through TikTok. We had a few renos going on but a full bathroom reno was not in the budget. From first in-person consult, to booking via their online system was easy and timely. Daniel came out to do a full regrout with epoxy / re-silicone all completed in a day. I can now shower with ease without mouldy silicone and failed grout! I will definitely use them again for our upstairs bathrooms 😊

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Samakarn Wongklom Brunswick

We had a rough run before this got stuffed around by two different contractors and the job just kept getting worse. By the time we found Shiny Showers we were honestly over it, but they handled everything properly from the start and gave us a lot…We had a rough run before this got stuffed around by two different contractors and the job just kept getting worse. By the time we found Shiny Showers we were honestly over it, but they handled everything properly from the start and gave us a lot more confidence in the trade industry. Daniel is such a great guy and im happy to recommend him and his team to anyone who needs bathroom and shower work from now on. Thanks for everything mate.

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Anthony Di Berardino Doreen

Daniel came out regrout and recaulk our two showers and the whole experience was seamless. He was clear about the scope from the start, delivered a flawless finish, and kept everything clean and professional throughout. Couldn’t fault the service…Daniel came out regrout and recaulk our two showers and the whole experience was seamless. He was clear about the scope from the start, delivered a flawless finish, and kept everything clean and professional throughout. Couldn’t fault the service & would absolutely recommend.

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Leigh White Greensborough
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Peter and Dee did a perfect job re-grouting and sealing two showers. Thanks for all your help!

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Josh Gualano Wollert

Very happy with this one. Peter helped make sure the tiles matched the rest of the bathroom, and the niche came up great too. Looks really classy. Thanks guys

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Olivia Reid Collingwood

I couldn’t be happier with the service! The quality of the grouting work was excellent — everything looks clean, precise, and completely refreshed. You can tell they take real pride in their work and pay attention to the small details. What…I couldn’t be happier with the service! The quality of the grouting work was excellent — everything looks clean, precise, and completely refreshed. You can tell they take real pride in their work and pay attention to the small details. What really stood out was going above and beyond! They even did the silicone around my basin at no extra cost, which was such a thoughtful touch and made a big difference to the overall finish. Professional, efficient, and genuinely lovely to deal with. I’d highly recommend them to anyone needing grouting or sealing work done!

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Frank Maxwell Airport West
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I’m very happy with the results. Loose tiles are now solid and the grouting looks fantastic overall. A very professional job. Time was important to me and you started and completed the job as planned. Thanks again, guys. Much appreciated.

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Irena Tarvid Greensborough

Excellent job, professionally done. Attention to detail, friendly service, you can't ask for more. The house was brand new in 1995, this is the second job to freshen up the shower, to re-grout and eradicate mould. Many thanks!!!

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