A weeping hot water cylinder or attic tank means corrosion has breached the vessel - replacement is usually required.
Isolate the water to the cylinder, switch off the immersion, and call a plumber to replace it.
Typical fix cost in Sligo: €350-€1,500. Do not attempt work on live systems - get a licensed specialist on it.
| Item | Range |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis | €75-€150 |
| Repair | €350-€1,500 |
Cleveragh, Knappagh and Cartron: Year-round emergency plumbing demand in Sligo. Local housing mix shapes emergency plumbing specs here. Quotes via the boilerrepairsligo network.
If there is risk of damage, safety hazard or no service at all, treat it as an emergency and act now. Otherwise schedule a standard visit.
Regular maintenance catches most of these early - see the maintenance checklist in the emergency guide.