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The Leak Doctor NE

9.68/10

South Shields, Tyne and Wear

Checkatrade member since March 2025

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Services

  • Emergency Handyman Service
  • Flat Packs
  • Shelving

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9.68 /10

Based on 57 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.82

Reliability

9.69

Communication

9.84

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this tradesperson for their prompt and polite service, often attending jobs the same day and completing work to a high standard. However, a small number of reviewers have reported issues with communication and missed appointments.

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Reviews (57)

  • Anthony M
    10

    Replacement shower fittings following a faulty shower

    Posted 1 week ago

    Lad was quick and swapped the parts out easily for a good price. Good communication beforehand via the app and kept me up to date with arrival time on the day. All round good job.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SR4
  • 10

    Leak Repair

    Posted 06 December

    Found a leak under the bathroom sink, called Leak Doctor NE, came very quickly and fixed the leak , no bother! Would highly recommended him!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE9
  • Samantha G
    10

    Fixed toilet

    Posted 03 December

    Made contact quickly, reliable, polite and no mess Fixed issue and cost was lower end of quote Will use again without hesitation
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: TS28
  • Michael P
    10

    We had a leak from shower, quickly diagnosed and fixed on the same day, really professional.

    Posted 02 December

    excellent would highly recommend.
    Job location: NE26
  • Toby J
    10

    Hard to find leak on toilet seal been there for years

    Posted 24 November

    Clear description of process, no unnecessary damage, explained steps to fix and what I should do after
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE24
  • Ian B
    9

    Replacement of kitchen tap and unit doors

    Posted 22 November

    Good quality work, excellent value, polite staff.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE26

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Lewis Kerrigan

Sole Trader

Member since 2025

VAT Registered

No

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Welcome to the Leak Doctor NE


I am a fully qualified Domestic Plumbing engineer with 6 years of experience. I cover the Northeast of England. I am polite, friendly and always leave a good standard of work. I have full public liability insurance and am available for 24/7 call outs. I am confident in undertaking full bathroom installations to a high standard. Also, Fault finding, leak repair and unclogging pipework. We also take on Property and general maintenance jobs. Get in touch today.

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