Help need - first house! Leak!

[salmac]

Hi,

I moved into my new house about 4 months ago and have just noticed that there is a leak behind the kitchen cupboard.

The dishwasher is next to this cupboard so I presume it is coming from there and will get someone to have a look at it.

However, the floor is obviously very wet now and the wood under the cupboard has swelled up and is starting to rot. Also, one or two tiles on the kitchen floor have started to raise.

Is this all related and if so what do I need to do once the leak is fixed?

Any advice will be grateful!!

Thanks

 

[Static]

Fix the leak first.. allow the area to dry out.. if it stays wet then you have another leak/damp problem.. sort that then make it look pretty again

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Presumably this a new home to you and not a brand new home?

 

[salmac]

Yes, sorry just a new home to me not a new home.

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Get the leak fixed, could be something simple like the hose connectors not tight enough or the compression joint needs nipping up.
Then let the area dry, if it's the floorboards that are rotten replace them.

 

[HERTS P&D]

Remove dishwasher & washing machine and check for leaks on the valves, this is where they normally leak.
Once you have fixed the leak, place a fan on floor level (desk top fan will do) leave this on for a couple of days rotating on the damp area. It will dry very quickly. Once its all dry, check and see what damage has been done. If possible load some pictures up.

Andy

 

[jobloggs]

May be worth looking at your house insurance policy if there is significant damage to floor and cabinets.