Advice on bathroom leak fix

[CCANON]

Hi

We recently moved into a property that is about 3yrs old.

Ever since we have used the shower we have had a leak that is showing by the wetness on the carpet in the adjoining room.

Having called in a plumber they have advised the water is coming through a gap where the tap is installed. The advice to resolve was to tighten the tap fitting and to do that would mean cutting a hole in the wall to be able to access the tap to tighten.

This seems overkill to me and also could mean it could loosen again and we are back to the same problem (even more annoying if we cut and then fix the wall - which we would need to do!)

My solution would either be just to use a sealant around the tap or a 'stop leak sealer' product - thoughts?

I'd post a photo but not sure how to do it on here.

All advice appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Deleted member 120897]

Take the photo and attach files (bottom left of the text box). Sounds like your taps are in an awkward position, so the plumber might not be able to fit,

 

[Knappers]

A plumbers forum is probably not the right place to look for affirmation when it comes to covering your taps in sealant.
When was the last time you looked at a tap covered In duct tape and silicone and thought 'proper professional job that!'

I've never tried but maybe if you could get it real clean and dry, rough up the surface a bit then try some OB1?
If your planning on a proper fix later then the plumber will not appreciate your efforts tho!