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Shower Problems

Leaking shower base

Water leaking from shower base joints is a common warning sign of failed sealing or floor-level waterproofing issues. Early leaking shower base repair can prevent costly damage to nearby floors and walls.

What to know

Everything you need to know about a leaking shower base

Base leaks often start at wall-floor joints, cracked grout lines, or failed silicone around the shower perimeter. Fast diagnosis helps stop moisture spreading beyond the bathroom.

Why it happens

Floor joints and seals can fail under constant moisture

Common causes include cracked grout at the base, deteriorated silicone, movement at wall-floor junctions, or older waterproofing details breaking down.

What it looks like

Damp edges, swelling skirting and floor staining

You may notice water at shower edges, peeling paint nearby, musty smells, or dampness appearing outside the shower base after use.

If you leave it

Subfloor and wall damage can escalate quickly

A small shower base leak can become wider moisture damage, increasing mould risk and making future repair works more invasive and expensive.

How we approach it

We identify the leak path before recommending repair

Effective shower base leak repair is based on cause, not guesswork. We assess joints, grout, and surrounding signs to scope the right fix.

Technician inspecting shower base perimeter joints for active leaks
Why this matters

"Most leaking shower base issues begin where the floor meets walls and screens."

Professional shower base repair

Lasting repairs depend on fixing the floor-level leak source

Temporary patching at the surface often fails if movement, moisture, or joint deterioration remains. We focus on repairs that stabilize the base area and restore water resistance.

Wall-floor junctions and perimeter seals are carefully assessed
Failed grout and silicone at the base are repaired properly
You get clear advice on prevention and maintenance after repair
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How we fix it

Our 4-step leaking shower base repair process

1

Inspect base leak indicators

We identify moisture pathways around the base, perimeter joints, and adjacent surfaces.

2

Remove failed joint materials

Compromised silicone and unstable grout are removed so the repair starts on a clean, stable base.

3

Repair and reseal the base area

We regrout and reseal affected floor-level joints to restore a watertight perimeter.

4

Confirm outcome and next steps

If wider waterproofing issues are present, we explain practical options before damage escalates.

Real Results

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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 bases

Straight answers on causes, urgency, and practical repair options.

The most common causes are failed perimeter silicone, cracked floor grout, movement at base joints, or deterioration of waterproofing at floor level.

In many cases yes, especially when the issue is limited to grout and sealing failures. Broader failures may require more extensive waterproofing work.

It is best to repair quickly. Ongoing leaks can damage surrounding materials and increase mould risk, making future repairs more expensive.
What our customers say

Customer reviews

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

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Simon MuzykElwood
"This rebuild is a massive improvement on what we had before. The previous shower was done badly and ended up leaking into the timber underneath, so we needed it rebuilt properly from scratch. You can tell straight away this one’s been done with a…This rebuild is a massive improvement on what we had before. The previous shower was done badly and ended up leaking into the timber underneath, so we needed it rebuilt properly from scratch. You can tell straight away this one’s been done with a lot more care. The falls to the drain are spot on, it looks clean, and the whole base feels solid. Honestly, such a relief to have it fixed properly by actual professionals. I very much recommend Daniel and Shiny Showers for your shower work :) Thank you Daniel and your amazing team."
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Victoria DamosMill 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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Charity BennettEltham
"Exceptional service! The team was professional and completed the work on time. Highly recommend."
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Olivia ReidCollingwood
"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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Tamer SolimanMoorabbin
"Put on new white grout which has made a huge difference to our shower tiles. Lucky it wasnt a leak as we cant find these tiles anywhere anymore. Daniel did a comprehensive leak detection test to make sure and it put my mind at ease before the job."
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Anthony Di BerardinoDoreen
"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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Baptiste DubozFootscray
"Got the shower regrouted and it’s come up great. The floor looks clean again and the grout lines are sharp. Now the rest of the bathroom looks average next to it haha, might have to get that done too. Good stuff."
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Brendan GreenwoodThornbury
"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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Lynton JosephCoburg
"Daniel was fantastic from start to finish. He fixed our shower problem promptly and professionally, and it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing. He was reliable, courteous, and took the time to explain things clearly, which gave us a lot of…Daniel was fantastic from start to finish. He fixed our shower problem promptly and professionally, and it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing. He was reliable, courteous, and took the time to explain things clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence. It is such a relief to find someone who is honest, skilled, and takes real pride in their work. We were extremely happy with the service and would not hesitate to recommend Daniel to others."
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Michael LicciardiWollert
"Got our shower redid and really happy with how it turned out. The tiles look great and we went with that light stone colour and it came up better than we expected. Everything lined up properly and the finish is nice and clean. They also added the…Got our shower redid and really happy with how it turned out. The tiles look great and we went with that light stone colour and it came up better than we expected. Everything lined up properly and the finish is nice and clean. They also added the little shelf in the wall which is actually super handy. Job was done on time and no issues at all."
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Emma CarvzNoble 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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Rebecca MoreFitzroy
"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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Rob LeeHeidelberg
"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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Dion ZitoEpping
"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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Tristan BrunsdonBeaconsfield
"These guys are pros when it comes to shower grout. Our showers look like new again. Thanks!"
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Jake CarabottEpping
"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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