The Flow Detect notebook
Considering access in an older property
Bring the building history and sensitive finishes into the plan.
Routes can reflect earlier layouts
A pipe may follow an old room arrangement or extension rather than the current plan. Previous repair records can therefore be valuable.
Explain access constraints
Tell us about sensitive finishes and any known restrictions before an opening is proposed. Permission for specialist reinstatement should not be assumed.
Keep the scope clear
Necessary plumbing access and repair are distinct from restoring decorative fabric. Discuss the boundary before instructing the work.
Put the information into context
This guide explains common investigation principles. Your property, the available access and the actual test findings determine the right next step. It is not a diagnosis of an unseen system.