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Common Water Issue in BC
Round Ceiling Stain — Plumbing Leak Signature Above
A round water stain on the ceiling of a BC home typically indicates a plumbing leak from the floor above, while irregular stains more often indicate roof or envelope issues.
Possible Causes
- •Plumbing leak from bathroom or kitchen above the stain
- •Condensation from HVAC duct or pipe in ceiling space
- •Leaking radiator or hydronic heating pipe above ceiling
- •Failed supply line to fixture on floor above
- •Overflow from clogged drain on floor above
Recommended Steps
- 1Check if stain grows or darkens during/after specific fixture use above
- 2Document stain size and photograph for monitoring
- 3Check plumbing fixtures on floor above for signs of leaks
- 4If stain is active, call leak detection immediately before ceiling damage worsens
- 5Do not paint over stain until leak source has been identified and repaired
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