Water leak detection and repair
Updated 2026-10-10
A damp patch on the wall, a drip under the sink, or a water bill that jumped are all signs of a leak. In D-Bell you describe what you see, add a photo, and get quotes from verified plumbers.
How much does leak repair cost?
Fixing a leak in an exposed pipe usually costs ILS 430 to 920. A burst hidden pipe inside a wall or floor costs ILS 1100 to 2540, because the spot has to be found, opened, and closed. An inspection visit costs ILS 240 to 370. These are D-Bell catalog averages; materials are usually extra.
How do I know there is a hidden leak?
Common signs: a damp or mouldy patch that never dries, swelling plaster, a lifting tile, a musty smell, and an unexplained water bill. Close every tap and watch the water meter. If it keeps turning, there is probably a leak.
Before the plumber arrives
- If water keeps running, close the apartment’s main valve.
- Unplug appliances and outlets near the water.
- Photograph the stain, the drip, and the water meter.
- If the stain is on the ceiling, tell the neighbours above.
How is it done properly?
- Start by reading the water meter with every tap closed, to know whether the leak is on the water line.
- Find the source with proper equipment, such as a moisture meter, a thermal camera, or a pressure test, before opening anything.
- Open only at the exact spot, with the smallest opening that allows the repair.
- Repair the damaged section and pressure test it before closing up.
- Leave you a before and after photo of the source, in case you need it with a neighbor, the house committee, or insurance.
How it works
Snap the problem
A leak under the sink, a clog, or a boiler that will not heat? Say what happened in the app, add a photo of the pipes, and pick a time, or an urgent request for today.
Choose a plumber
Verified plumbers send quotes. Compare the amount, rating and reviews, and pick the one that fits.
Water flows again
Track the arrival on your phone, check there is no leak, and approve the finished work. You pay by card in the app, then leave a review.