06/09/2026
This Saturday emergency was caused by a burst Iplex pipe concealed inside a cavity wall.
Over many years, Iplex pipework that hasn’t been properly clipped and secured can move and rub against the surrounding brickwork. That constant movement and friction can eventually wear the pipe down, causing it to split often when you least expect it.
With our equipment we located the damaged section inside the cavity wall, removed 2 bricks, bypassed the faulty iplex pipe inside the wall by running a new external copper pipe and reconnecting inside the roof. ✅️
💡 The takeaway: Properly securing pipework is important. Pipes running through wall cavities shouldn’t be left free to move and rub against brick over time, that is why we always clip pipework or chase into walls.