Shower waterproofing in Gràcia.
A shower that stays watertight in Gràcia: we pinpoint the leak, rebuild the base with continuous waterproofing and use grout that copes with daily use.
5/5 · Google reviewsWhen does a shower need waterproofing?
- A stain on the ceiling below
- Damp on the adjoining wall
- Tiles coming loose in the shower
- Grout that darkens quickly
What shower waterproofing includes
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Source of the leak
We find out whether water escapes through grout, waste or pipework before opening up.
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Opening up the area
We lift the tray and shower tiles, leaving the rest of the bathroom alone.
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Falls to the drain
We rebuild the base so water runs to the waste and never sits.
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Continuous membrane
Membrane across floor and walls, with tape at corners, pipes and drain.
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Flood test
We flood the base and check for any loss before closing it up.
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New finish
Tray or tiles laid on top, with epoxy or mould-resistant grout.
Why showers start to leak
In areas such as La Vila de Gràcia and El Camp d'en Grassot i Gràcia Nova the bathroom often sits directly above a neighbour's and drains into an old shared soil stack. Before lifting anything we check whether the leak comes from the shower or the communal pipe, and we carry rubble down the stairs in sacks with the entrance protected.
For level-access showers in areas such as La Salut, El Coll and Vallcarca i els Penitents we rebuild the screed with a continuous fall to the drain or linear channel, with no spots where water can sit. The membrane goes under the tile adhesive and bonds to the drain with its own connection collar.
After the visit you get a written quote setting out each stage of the waterproofing. We protect the rest of the bathroom, clear the rubble and leave it clean. Other nearby areas we cover: Eixample, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi and Horta-Guinardó.
Get a quote to waterproof your shower
Frequently asked questions
01Shower waterproofing in Gràcia: which areas do you cover?
We do this work in Gràcia, in areas such as La Vila de Gràcia, El Camp d'en Grassot i Gràcia Nova, La Salut, El Coll and Vallcarca i els Penitents, and also nearby: Eixample, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi and Horta-Guinardó. Before starting we visit the property and prepare a detailed written quote.
02Is replacing the grout enough to stop the leak?
Only if the grout is the problem and the membrane underneath is sound. If water has already reached the floor slab, the shower has to be lifted and waterproofed again.
03What is a flood test?
We plug the drain and fill the waterproofed base with water. If the level holds and no damp appears below, the finish can go on.
04Does a tiled walk-in shower need more care than one with a tray?
Yes. Without a tray, the membrane and falls are all that hold the water back, so they must cover the whole floor and run up the walls.
About us
High-quality renovations in Gràcia, with deadlines that are met.
We renovate flats and houses with clear planning, close follow-up and attention to every detail.
- Initial visit with no obligation
- Detailed and accurate estimate
- Follow-up until the work is finished
We work in Gràcia and the surrounding area
Reformas Romero-Vera is a renovation company working in Barcelona: Gràcia (Barcelonès, province of Barcelona) and specialising in shower waterproofing. We do this work in flats, houses and shops in every neighbourhood, with a prior visit and a detailed estimate with no obligation.
- Company
- Reformas Romero-Vera
- Service
- Shower waterproofing
- Area
- Barcelona: Gràcia · Barcelonès, province of Barcelona
- Postcode
- 08012, 08023, 08024, 08025, 08037
- Visit and estimate
- No obligation, in writing
- Phone
- +34 658 09 40 37 · WhatsApp +34 662 04 02 34
We also work in Eixample, Sarrià-Sant Gervasi and Horta-Guinardó.
Neighbourhoods
- La Vila de Gràcia
- El Camp d'en Grassot i Gràcia Nova
- La Salut
- El Coll
- Vallcarca i els Penitents
Main streets and avenues
- Carrer Gran de Gràcia
- Travessera de Gràcia
- Carrer de Verdi
- Carrer del Torrent de l'Olla
- Carrer de l'Escorial
- Carrer de Pi i Margall
- Carrer de Sant Salvador
- Avinguda de Vallcarca
- Carrer de la Mare de Déu del Coll
Is your shower leaking?
Send us photos of the stain and the shower on WhatsApp, or get a quote, and we will explain how we would investigate.